Cost Policy Analyst - Merced, United States - University of California

Description

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $83,400 - $155,800. The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $95,800. - $110,000.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: Hybrid (eligible to work from home 2 - 3 days per week)

Initial applicant review will take place on or around May 21st. Posting will close upon selection.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Budget and Cost Policy, the Cost Policy Analyst position has primary campus-wide responsibility for the following areas: Facilities and administrative (F&A) rate development and cost analysis; costing Policy & Analysis including facilitating the establishment of recharge rate. The incumbent is responsible for the calculation, documentation, proposal development of the campus F&A cost rates for contracts, grants and cooperative agreements, costing impacts related to campus sales and service activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recharge Rate Development Process: Facilitates and leads campus recharge advisory group meetings. Holds primary responsibility for specific costing projects, such as the development of recharge rates, scope of special rate application, conversion to direct charging, cost-sharing alternatives, special waiver situations, development of and justification for special rates, and financing alternatives.
2. F&A Rate: Performs highly complex and advanced analysis techniques, understands past performance, and determines present and future performance and/or resource allocations. Plans and develops campus Facilities and Administrative (F&A) cost rate proposals and negotiation strategies. Completes other analytical assignments on F&A cost recovery and campus allocations.
3. Calculate and manage a campus-wide composite benefit rate (CBR), General and Employment Liability (GAEL) Assessment rates, Vacation Leave rate, and an Administrative Cost Recovery.
4. Leads the development of policies and procedures on recharge activities and other income-producing activities, determinations of whether campus policies and procedures comply with Federal costing regulations, and the planning and organization of committee actions. As needed, participates in responses or assists Audit and Management Advisory Services, Financial Services, and other campus units in responding to Federal review/audit findings and recommendations.
5. Develops and makes recommendations on internal cost policy / procedural changes that affect functional areas. Reviews and makes recommendations on campus and University policies and proposed federal regulations in relation to Cost and Recharge policy. Maintains the campus policy on F&A cost rate development. Develops and provides campus data to outside organizations and agencies.
6. Maintains the campus policy on F&A cost rate development. Develops and provides campus data to outside organizations and agencies.

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Critical Knowledge, Experience, and Competencies:

Background check and fingerprinting may be required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit:

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

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