Student Affairs Manager (0322U) #70744

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu .

Departmental Overview

The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) is one of the nation's top- ranked schools of education, offering unparalleled scholarship and professional training that prepares future leaders of education policy, practice, and research. With one of the most diverse faculty and student bodies at UC Berkeley, the community is rooted in equity and social justice and students, staff, and faculty are joined by their shared commitment to understanding and improving the complex world of education. A central mission of the BSE is to improve teaching and learning for all students by preparing the next generation of teachers, administrators, educational researchers, and school psychologists in exemplary academic and professional preparation programs, with an emphasis on working with diverse students in urban settings. BSE graduates make a global impact as researchers, professional educators, leaders, and innovators.

Application Review Date

For full consideration, please apply before July 24, 2024.

Responsibilities

Administrative Oversight & Staff Management:

• Manages, plans and administers operations of a multi-program department within the Berkeley School of Education including graduate, undergraduate and professional programs. Administrative services include IT data and analysis, website development, admissions and fellowships, budgetary financial management, contracts and grants, curricular analysis and support, programmatic development, and advisory support for faculty program leadership.
• Prepares short and long range vision, planning, improvements to processes and leadership support for the programs and faculty directors. Establishes and recommends change to policies which affect the School. Supervises a team of 8- 10 FTE which include student academic advisors, admissions and fellowships coordinator, curriculum analyst, faculty support analyst, and an administrative assistant. Responsible for hiring decisions, training, performance ratings, merit increases, promotional opportunities, reclassification requests, written warnings, disciplinary actions, and/or resolution of grievances or complaints. Coaches and works with staff in Achieve Together and union performance evaluation parameters with goal setting, breaking down performance barriers, etc.

Human Resources:

• Manages all human resources for Student Services. Advises program directors and relevant faculty committees in all academic matters. Has in-depth knowledge of complex Academic Student Employment policies, procedures, and practices from a variety of sources such as labor contracts, Office of Faculty Equity and Welfare; determines the relevancy of appropriate policies, applies them effectively. Investigates discrepancies in salary history, missing payroll, benefits, for the student services staff.

Financial Management:

• Develops and prepares budgets and financial reports for the CFO. The position has overall responsibility for all fiscal matters in the unit, and manages the annual budget and temporary academic staffing in consultation with the program directors and the Chief of Staff. Authorizes expenditures including salaries, events, and other expenditures within the unit in consultation with the CFO and Chief of Staff. Provides analysis in collaboration with finance, student hiring, and HR.

Curriculum & Enrollment Management:

• Support planning and coordinating curricular offerings across PhD, Professional, and Masters programs, and the education major and minor, in conjunction with faculty leadership; Oversees and facilitates a coordinated approach to scheduling and enrollment management across the programs; Supports the submission of new and modified courses to COCI; Works with related departments on cross-listing. Oversees the management of course evaluations. Coordinates outreach and recruitment to the major and minor by working with other units in the College, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Center for Educational Partnerships, and CE3.

Credentialing:

• Manages credentialing services and operational processes assigned by the State of California to the analyst in BSE. Manages sensitive data for the operation.

Special Projects as needed

Professional Development

Required Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence / persuade all levels of staff and faculty.
• Skills in organization and customer service to effectively manage multiple important priorities. Proven ability to organize department work functions in an efficient and effective manner and participate as a team player.
• Familiarity with or ability to learn campus systems (CalPlanning, Cal Answers, BFS, UCPath, Campus Solutions, etc.)
• Proven skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolution.
• Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations; skills to effectively lead and motivate others; skills in conflict management techniques.
• Experience supervising staff, preferably within a complex organization that includes a diverse range of services (HR, student services, administrative support). Experience working with faculty.
• Familiarity with staff and academic personnel policy and procedures.
• Familiarity with student services.
• Advanced knowledge of or ability to quickly learn UC policies, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in short and long term financial planning.
• Experience managing a TAS budget to meet multiple and competing needs.
• Knowledge of strategy development and implementation, data gathering and analysis approaches, and communication strategies. Background in strategic planning, assessment and project management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, equity-oriented mindset and desire to work with diverse populations.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time, career position. The position is eligible for 20% hybrid remote work.

This position is eligible for the full range of UC benefits. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $107,000-$145,000 annually. The full campus range is $88,900-$163,900 annually.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Diversity Statement

Please include, as part of your application a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.

Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our UC Berkeley Principles of Community, which states that every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring, and humane environment in which these values can thrive. "

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

The University of California's Affirmative action policy .

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