Project Analyst
: Job Details :

FLSA Status

Exempt

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled.

Earliest Start Date

As Soon As Possible.

Salary

$40,908 annually.

Hours per Week

40.00 Standard from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Hiring Department

Vice President for Business Affairs

Please Note

Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Required Application Materials

A resume, letter of interest, and a list of 3 professional references are required in order to apply.

Purpose of Position

Analyzes activities of designated projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed period and funding. Performs complex (journey-level) project analyst work.

Essential Functions

Assists with managing the open records process for requests subject to the Texas Public Information Act (TPIA) and coordinates responses to these requests in compliance with the Texas Government Code. Interprets open records requests and coordinates campus-wide effort to identify all responsive documents. Works with legal counsel as needed.

Maintains Open Records database; prepares and submits monthly report to the Texas Attorney General's Office; attends Open Government Conference annually to ensure knowledge of and compliance with new or modified legislation affecting the Act.

Maintains and manages confidential files and the office's filing system. Ensures compliance with records retention policies and regulations. Converts paper files to digital format in accordance with established filing protocols.

Assists with administration of institutional insurance policies, including review and processing of claims, maintaining insurance-related databases, purchasing additional insurance coverages as needed, and processing insurance premium payments.

Processes various business transactions recorded in University's accounting system, including deposits and distribution of charges to accounts.

Serves as back up for front desk coverage. maintains high degree of confidentiality on all sensitive information to which this position is privy.

Proficiency with all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

In accordance with the organization's objectives, policies, and applicable laws, may provide limited supervision to student employees.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education required: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university within area of assigned responsibility.

Minimum Experience required: Three years related experience to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven ability to communicate professionally and effectively with external constituents and University staff at all levels.

Demonstrated success in roles requiring analytical skills and attention to detail.

Experience with policy analysis.

Thorough understanding or prior experience with the Texas Public Information Act.

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EO/AA Statement

In keeping with its Access, Excellence, and Impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at ...@utep.edu.