Decisions impact unit; influence is exercised within unit.

Maintains relationships with constituencies, predominantly related to issues that affect specific segments of the University and/or focused within a specialized function.

Advises students on matters that are complex in nature (e.g., course load, academic progress, policy issues); advises defined group of students on moderately complex issues.

Resolves complex administrative/procedural problems.

Analyzes and interprets complex data.

Develops innovative programs/strategies to support the University's goals of attracting and retaining an academically talented and diverse student and employee population.

Develops appropriate marketing/ customer service strategies; promotes customer satisfaction.

Participates in technical assistance, research and outreach education.

Writes, edits, and produces publications, including articles, manuscripts, journals, and/or website material; ensures that materials meet established standards.

Makes public presentations to sponsors, public, and/or University constituencies.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts research requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard research techniques.

Manages and maintains lab; prepares and maintains instructional resources/materials; provides related training/support; effectively operates, maintains, and troubleshoots sophisticated technical equipment;

May participate in instructional activities.

Analyzes complex data and reports research findings; instructs others in use of complex equipment, applications, methods, techniques, etc.

In collaboration with the Principal Investigator/ mentor, develops competitive proposals and assists in securing independent funding for projects.

Oversees multiple grants budgets; provides accounting services for a large unit or component of major University accounting function; prepare budgets and applicable internal and external reports.

Provides guidance and direction including setting performance standards and developing and leading staff.

Conducts needs/feasibility assessment; develops training initiatives and determines effective instructional/delivery methods; prepares training materials and leads presentations; conducts and analyzes participants' evaluations.

Knowledge of cost analysis techniques. Skill in budget preparation and management. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources. Ability to analyze budgetary expenditures for compliance with approved budget.

Ability to apply statistical principles and processes to meet a range of informational requirements.

Ability to implement short- and long-range goals.

Program planning and implementation skills.

Ability to plan and evaluate programs.

Skill in directing and enforcing policies and procedures.

May require advanced knowledge of computerized information systems.