DIRECTOR OF THE EVANS POLICY INNOVATION COLLABORATIVE (EPIC) |
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Although open until filled, priority application date is April 17, 2024.
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. The Evans School of Public Policy & Governance is dedicated to enhancing the capacity of leaders and managers in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. We are guided by our purpose to inspire public service and democratize public policy by advancing a mission of educating leaders, generating knowledge, and hosting communities to co-create solutions to pressing societal problems, driven by values of equity, service, and courage. In the spirit of public service, the Evans School’s approach to policy and management education is rigorous, hands-on, and professionally relevant. Acting professionally within the school is reflected by being consistent with these values The Evans School of Public Policy & Governance has an outstanding opportunity for the Director of EPIC to join our team. The Evans Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC) is a policy lab at the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy & Governance that brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the public to co-design actionable solutions to complex societal problems so that our public systems serve all individuals equitably and justly. Through a unique toolkit of facilitation, research, and implementation support, EPIC works with public agencies and nonprofit organizations to share knowledge, explores and analyze ideas, and develop plans and action steps that keep the needs and perspectives of stakeholders centered. Often this work involves a human-centered design process, where research using traditional policy research methods is blended with inquiry into current implementation practices and the perspectives of those with lived experience to inform recommendations for action. The Director engages with students, faculty, staff, alumni, close volunteer groups, and those across the University of Washington campus to design special initiatives and their accompanying evaluation frameworks. Most immediately, they will focus upon the completion, launch, and recruitment of public engagement and research projects for EPIC. The EPIC Director's central responsibilities include: 1) Developing the strategic plan to ensure continual growth and long term sustainability of the policy lab; 2) Exploring, developing, and initiating new projects for EPIC in alignment with the School’s mission; 3) Identifying and securing sources of project funding; 4) Utilizing participatory processes and human-centered design methodology as a change mechanism to assist organizations in adapting to the changing needs of the communities they serve, allowing both to thrive; 5) Meticulously recording, synthesizing, and chronicling results to utilize and develop professional and technical reports, training manuals, graphic and visual products and/or scholarly papers; 6) Directing, managing, and, mentoring a team comprised of professionally diverse staff and/or Postdoctoral Scholars that work simultaneously on numerous complex novel engagements, research, and evaluation projects. The EPIC Director leads the development of various complex projects that fulfill the portion of the School’s mission focused upon "hosting communities to co-create solutions to pressing societal problems." DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Research (50%) Leadership/Supervision (30%) External Engagement (20%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Other: This position is eligible for H-1B sponsorship. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. |
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Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. |
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DIRECTOR OF THE EVANS POLICY INNOVATION COLLABORATIVE (EPIC)