Director, Policies, Compliance and Programmatic Agreements - Davis, CA Hybrid

Job Description

This position is responsible for administration of policy, compliance, ethics, and Programmatic Agreements.

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) Office of Policy, Compliance, and Programmatic Agreements (PCPA), within the Office of the Controller and Business Services (OCBS), provides leadership for UC ANR policies, compliance obligations, and programmatic agreements, including memoranda of understanding (MOUs). The Director ensures UC ANR's statewide, regional, and county operations comply with University policy and state and federal law, while applying expert knowledge of University of California (UC) policies and regulatory requirements to guide contract terms, agreements, and governance decisions.

The Director is the division's central resource for all policy matters. The Director oversees policy development, compliance reviews, and programmatic updates. The role includes evaluating emerging laws and regulations, managing delegations of authority, overseeing conflict of interest reporting, and ensuring compliance with state information and transparency laws. The Director also leads UC ANR's records management and privacy programs to promote consistent and lawful information practices.

The Director acts as liaison with the Office of the General Counsel and UCOP administrative offices, advising senior leadership on legal, compliance, and procedural matters. The Director supports the UC ANR Controller, who serves as Campus Ethics and Compliance Officer (CECO) and Locally Designated Official (LDO). The Director contributes to systemwide committees, task forces, and delivers compliance training for UC ANR staff as needed.

In addition, the Director is responsible for the recruitment, supervision, training, and evaluation of unit staff. In this role, the Director fosters a culture of service excellence, accountability, and technological proficiency in support of UC ANR's mission.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

The home department for this position is Imm Office Controller Business Services. While this position normally is based in Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University.

Pay Scale: $93,200/year to $133,700/year

Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 10/20/2025.

• 25% – Project Policy Analysis:
  Lead the planning, development, and administration of UC ANR policies. Oversee the policy management system and ensure alignment with University-wide standards and applicable laws. Serve as liaison to the UC Office of the President and Systemwide Policy Officers.
• 20% – Ethics & Compliance:
  Provide leadership in compliance, governance, and accountability frameworks. Promote a culture of safety, equity, and ethical conduct through policies, training, and oversight. Develops and coordinates policy communications; formulates strategies for education, analysis and implementation. Ensure organizational practices align with applicable laws and University standards.
• 20% – Public Accountability and Governance:
  Oversee records management policies and practices to ensure efficiency, consistency, and compliance. Establish process & guidelines for the retention and disposition of University records. Research and summarize best practices in the field.
• 15% – General Administration:
  Guide the resolution of complex procedural issues and facilitate organizational improvements. Proposes and leads policy and planning committees and working groups. Manage and develop a professional staff team. Provides direction & manage professional staff in project, research and/or policy analyses, setting responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, and resources. Provide highly complex analytical and interpretive support to the Controller and senior managers, serve as primary support to the Controller as needed, and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and UC policies.
• 10% – MOUs and Programmatic…