Deputy Director of PEP

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_941061

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/1/2026 8:54:01 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/1/2026 8:53:51 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1300O

Organization:

LETTERS AND SCIENCE

Division Code:

1350D

Division:

L&S SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department:

129500 - SOCIAL SCIENCES GRANT SUPPORT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_941061

Position Description ID

252736

UC Payroll Title:

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RP: Research and Public Service PR

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.5

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40038718

Reports to Payroll Title:

Professor

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40063415

Department Head Payroll Title:

Admin Manger 1

GENERAL DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally the incumbent is in charge of an area of work, and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.

005256

Project and Policy Analyst 2

1.0

004942

Student Researcher

.75

POSITION SUMMARY

The Deputy Director works with the Executive Director, Academic Coordinator, Faculty in Residence, and Senior Advisor(s) to develop and oversee critical areas of the UCLA Prison Education Program (PEP) and Center for Justice (CFJ), including program management and operations; policy research; advocacy; communications; development; expansion; supervision of staff; and oversight and support for fellows, interns, graduate researchers, and teaching assistants.

The Deputy Director serves as the liaison for PEP/CFJ campus initiatives and collaborations with UCLA campus divisions, departments, schools, and other college and university partners, as well as funders and foundations. The Deputy Director will serve as a lead facilitator in the development and implementation of a collaborative 2–3 year plan to establish the Bachelor's Degree in Prison (BDP) initiative through a new interdepartmental degree in Justice Studies.

Leadership and Program Management

Report to and participate in weekly meetings with the Executive Director/PEP Director to align40 on priorities, deliverables, and program operations. (E)

Serve as a senior leader supporting the Executive Director and core leadership team in strategic planning, operational oversight, and program execution across PEP/CFJ initiatives. (E)

Facilitate development and implementation of a multi-year (2–3 year) roadmap to establish the BDP / Justice Studies initiative, aligning stakeholders and deliverables across faculty and campus governance structures. (E)

Develop new programs and opportunities that advance PEP’s mission and vision and contribute to long-term sustainability (e.g., certificate programs in collaboration with UNEX). (E)

40%

Community Engagement and Partnership

Lead and coordinate cross-campus partnerships to advance program goals, including collaborative work with UCLA departments, schools, and administrative units. (E)

Manage collaboration and communication with UCLA departments and campus entities, including the Academic Senate, UNEX, SSGS, and other departments as necessary. (E)

Coordinate activities with the Faculty Planning Committee and Faculty Advisory Board to support creation of an accredited degree program eligible for Pell funding. (E)

Report to and participate in quarterly meetings with the PEP Faculty Advisory Board (FAB), including preparation of updates, materials, and status reporting on key initiatives and deliverables. (E)

Cultivate and sustain external partnerships central to program delivery and expansion, including relations

30%

Development and Grant Management

Oversee program management, fiscal oversight, and grant reporting for grants in which the Deputy Director serves as principal investigator. (E)

Identify, pursue, and support funding opportunities; oversee grant budgets, compliance, reporting, and related administrative processes as applicable. (E)

Identify and secure funding to sustain the development and implementation of a Bachelor’s Degree in Prison initiative. (E)

Assist with community convenings and special events as needed. (E)

Support high-quality programming and events, including community convenings and special initiatives, in collaboration with internal leadership and partners. (E)

15%

Supervision and Talent Development

In the PEP Director’s absence, all staff will report weekly to the Deputy Director or to the designee appointed by the CFJ Faculty Director. (E)

Supervise staff and provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight for fellows, interns, graduate researchers, and teaching assistants; cultivate effective team operations and accountability systems. (E)

Support and collaborate with the Academic Coordinator, Executive Director, student staff, and interns to deliver high-quality programming and events. (E)

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

In related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Required

Master's Degree

in a related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Extensive knowledge and lived experience relevant to the field, with ability to interface with, cultivate, and maintain relationships with external partners, particularly with corrections staff, government agencies, nonprofit/community organizations, and college and university partners.

Required

emonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders, including cross-campus collaborations and governance-informed planning.

Required

Strong program management and operational oversight skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables with a high degree of independence.

Required

Experience supervising and mentoring staff, fellows, interns, graduate researchers, and teaching assistants; ability to build effective team operations and accountability systems.

Required

Demonstrated ability to support funding development efforts and manage grant budgets, compliance, reporting, and related administrative processes.

Required

Strong communication and facilitation skills, including representing the program publicly and communicating program goals and impact to diverse audiences.

Required

Ability to support high-quality programming and events and collaborate effectively with internal leadership and partners.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

Communication skills

X

Numerical Skills

X

Mental demands other

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.