Assistant Director

Assistant Director

Job Title  | Assistant Director
Union Level  |
Department  | Eberhardt School of Business
Campus  | Stockton
Posting Number  | 201304116P
Full or Part Time  | Full Time
Number of Months  | 12
Work Schedule  |
Position End Date  |
Open Date  | 08/04/2025
Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants  | For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship  | This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

 
Position Summary Information 

Primary Purpose  | Under general direction conducts applied business and social science research and analysis to support the Executive Director of the Center for Business and Policy Research.

Essential Functions  | Oversees implementation and management of applied research projects across multiple sectors, including economic development, labor markets, land use, and public policy. Coordinates project tasks, deliverables, timelines, and staff assignments. Engages with regional partners and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and impact.  Supervises research staff, graduate interns, and undergraduate interns, including mentoring, quality control, and professional development. Leads and contributes to the production of written deliverables such as reports, policy briefs, presentations, and grant proposals. Conducts or supports advanced quantitative and qualitative research, including use of economic modeling, data visualization, and spatial analysis. Supports strategic planning and institutional development for the CBPR in alignment with regional initiatives. Participates in outreach activities including community engagement, working groups, and public presentations. Assists in managing Center operations and administration, including proposal development and grant reporting. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications  | Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or related social science or quantitative discipline. Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in applied research, policy analysis, or project management.

Preferred Qualifications  | Ph.D. in Economics, Public Policy, or related field. At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in applied research, policy analysis, or project management. Familiarity with California’s regional economic development landscape, including experience with local governments or regional planning organizations. Experience with grant writing and contract administration. Demonstrated expertise in applied economic and policy research. Experience managing interdisciplinary teams and complex projects. Strong writing skills and ability to communicate technical findings to diverse audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); statistical software such as R, Stata, or Python; and mapping/visualization tools such as ArcGIS or Tableau. Experience with CRM software. Experience with API integration. Familiarity with economic impact or forecasting models (e.g., REMI, IMPLAN) preferred. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment. Proven ability to build relationships with public agencies, nonprofits, or private sector partners. Positive attitude. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements  | The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties require frequent sitting and repetitive motion of hands and wrists. Occasional walking and standing with infrequent bending, stooping, kneeling and climbing stairs. May be requested to lift up to 25 lbs. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel

Work primarily performed in a standard office environment.
Work performed during normal business hours, additional hours may be required to meet business need or deadlines.

Occasional travel to meet with clients, collect research data, and/or conferences expected.
Position is located on Stockton or Sacramento campus, and will be determined by the Director prior to an offer of employment.

Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range  | $90,000 - $101,000; We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement  | All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement  | University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

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