Under general direction of the Northern Academy Program Director, the Child Welfare Workforce Innovations Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing projects that advance instructional innovation that supports the Northern Academy region and the California Regional Academy system for child welfare services. This role oversees complex child welfare curriculum and workforce development innovation initiatives, managing detailed workplans with measurable objectives, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to make strategic recommendations, and integrating best practices and technology to enhance learning experiences for child welfare professionals at both regional and statewide levels.
The Child Welfare Workforce Innovations Project Manager develops and implements comprehensive systems and processes that support effective project execution, communication, and stakeholder engagement. This role involves close collaboration with instructional designers to develop high quality deliverables that align with project goals and timelines, along with fostering and sustaining collaborative relationships with a diverse array of partners, such as Regional Academies, the California Department of Social Services, county staff, universities, instructors and individuals with lived experience.
This position supervises and leads the Northern Academy Instructional Innovations project team, including business system analyst. Partners with Northern Academy staff and with other workforce innovation project managers at the other Regional Academies to lead and facilitate workgroups, build improvements in program design and implementation, and follow up with collaborators to ensure alignment and progress across initiatives. Additionally, this position leads cross-functional workgroups to improve business processes by identifying needs, mapping and documenting workflows, evaluating alternative solutions, and implementing effective strategies for multiple complex initiatives. The role includes delivering status updates and outcomes reports, while adeptly managing politically sensitive issues among key stakeholders.
Apply By Date: August 12, 2025 at 11:59pm
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- Bachelor's degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience in complex project management. Demonstrated leadership experience to independently manage/direct a wide variety of projects to their successful completion. Experience reporting results to stakeholders/collaborators.
- Minimum 3 years' experience supervising a team.
- Experience extracting, analyzing and reconciling data, evaluating trends, and preparing reports for decision-making.
- Experience in advances features of MS Office suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel. Analytical skills and experience to define a problem, identify alternatives, secure relevant data, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and make sound recommendations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and political acumen to convene, facilitate and interact with internal and external stakeholders, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using database and reporting applications such as Airtable, Salesforce and Qualtrics.
- Experience with public child welfare services in California.
- Demonstrated ability to work and make decisions independently.
Key Responsibilities
- 65% - Project Management
- 15% - Business Analysis
- 10% - Data Analytics & Reporting
- 10% - Supervision
Department Overview
UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) is the lifelong learning arm of the university. The division maintains the most diverse portfolio on the campus, with programs spanning pre-college, professional continuing education, workforce development, international academic and cultural exchange, and training services for corporate and agency partners. As a global leader in continuing education, CPE serves learners regionally, nationally and globally, and posts more than 55K enrollments annually making it the third largest UC Extension by enrollment. Beyond its community-facing role, CPE serves as the internal hub for online education in support of other academic units on the campus. CPE employs approximately 180 employees and draws on the expertise of approximately 1,700 instructors.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $82,900.00 - $152,900.00/year
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: 23
- UC Job Title: PROJECT POLICY ANL 4
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
- Location: Davis, CA
- Union Representation: No
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands
- Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
University of California - Davis
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, remote work
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