Policy Specialist

Under general supervision within the Office of Policy Development and Management (Policy Office), the Policy Specialist performs University policy, procedure, and standards research and analysis. This position:

· Formulates and edits institutional policies of university-wide significance and application, and participates in policy development and revision, including working with members of committees across the University
· Conducts research on relevant laws, regulations, guidance, University practices, and other sources to identify and evaluate policy options and approaches and develop recommendations to support policy development and implementation
· Collaborates with faculty and staff at all levels within the institution
· Integrates and manages University policy information in both electronic and published formats
· Provides coordination for multiple policy development and related projects, as assigned

Formulates and edits institutional policies of University-wide significance and translates data into accessible material for a range of audiences. Collaborates with various internal committees to facilitate multiple projects and policies. Conducts topic-focused research and analysis and monitors data quality. Tracks full scope of projects and prepares progress reports.

Formulates and edits institutional policies of University-wide significance and translates data into accessible material for a range of audiences. Collaborates with various internal committees to facilitate multiple projects and policies. Conducts topic-focused research and analysis and monitors data quality. Tracks full scope of projects and prepares progress reports.

The Policy Specialist is expected to provide input into the strategic direction and the development and use of polices at the University generally and the Policy Office specifically.

The Policy Specialist is expected to provide input into the strategic direction and the development and use of polices at the University generally and the Policy Office specifically.

Duties are primarily sedentary. Must be able to use a computer at a desk or similar workstation, and travel to on-campus meetings as needed.

Duties are primarily sedentary. Must be able to use a computer at a desk or similar workstation, and travel to on-campus meetings as needed.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.