Associate Director of Career Services (4517U) #75044
Apply NowCompany: Berkeley University of California
Location: Berkeley, CA 94704
Description:
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
Departmental Overview
The Goldman School of Public Policy (GSPP) is consistently ranked as one of the top graduate schools of public policy in the nation, and is currently ranked as the number one school of Policy Analysis in the country by US News & World Report. It functions as a small, professional school at the University of California, Berkeley which prepares graduate students for careers in public leadership domestically and internationally.
GSPP offers the following degree programs: The Master of Development Practice (MDP) studies innovative and sustainable approaches to global development. The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program emphasizes the applied and quantitative dimensions of policy making. The Master of Public Affairs (MPA) focuses on policy management and leadership for mid-career professionals. GSPP also offers a doctoral program, an undergraduate minor, and several concurrent degrees.
The Goldman School's faculty represent the top academic names and research agendas in their respective disciplinary fields, which include economics, political science, law, statistics, social psychology, and engineering.
The Goldman School prides itself on providing excellent career and student services to students and alumni, providing transformational academic and career development experiences to those who attend our program.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is December 30, 2024
For full consideration, please apply before this date. Applications review will begin promptly after the first review date.
Responsibilities
This is a full-time career position with a hybrid work arrangement; requiring a minimum of two days in the office. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.
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 $80,400 - $112,900, annually.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
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.
Misconduct Disclosure
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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 .
The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy .
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
Departmental Overview
The Goldman School of Public Policy (GSPP) is consistently ranked as one of the top graduate schools of public policy in the nation, and is currently ranked as the number one school of Policy Analysis in the country by US News & World Report. It functions as a small, professional school at the University of California, Berkeley which prepares graduate students for careers in public leadership domestically and internationally.
GSPP offers the following degree programs: The Master of Development Practice (MDP) studies innovative and sustainable approaches to global development. The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program emphasizes the applied and quantitative dimensions of policy making. The Master of Public Affairs (MPA) focuses on policy management and leadership for mid-career professionals. GSPP also offers a doctoral program, an undergraduate minor, and several concurrent degrees.
The Goldman School's faculty represent the top academic names and research agendas in their respective disciplinary fields, which include economics, political science, law, statistics, social psychology, and engineering.
The Goldman School prides itself on providing excellent career and student services to students and alumni, providing transformational academic and career development experiences to those who attend our program.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is December 30, 2024
For full consideration, please apply before this date. Applications review will begin promptly after the first review date.
Responsibilities
- Provides career counseling in particularly complex areas that require specialized expertise, for domestic and international master's degree students who are early/mid/senior career levels
who are investigating careers in public policy, public affairs, international development and related fields. - Conducts needs assessments and researches, designs and delivers broad and complex career- focused programs, workshops and events that incorporate the needs of students.
- Establishes and cultivates relationships with prospective employers and recruiters related to career services for students and alumni.
- Evaluates existing programs, workshops and events, and manages improvement processes.
- Oversees career program technical systems, and uses thorough knowledge of career program and information systems to provide input to applications and improve web sites and other supporting technologies.
- Presents critical information about the career program, including presentations to students, prospective applicants, and incoming students.
- Will require onsite work.
- May require occasional evening or weekend work.
- Must complete annual mandated training, and other training as directed.
- Highly effective problem identification and problem solving skills, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, relationship-building, teamwork, and organization skills.
- Must have demonstrated ability to lead seminars and other training programs that involve public speaking.
- Ability to do public presentations, career panels, and speak persuasively to constituents.
- Advanced project management skills, sufficient to create, plan and implement new projects in service to the School's student and faculty advisors.
- Can work onsite (hybrid arrangements).
- Can work occasional evenings or weekends.
- Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
- Practitioner experience in the field of public policy, public affairs or international/sustainable development.
- Advanced knowledge of the public policy, public affairs and international /sustainable development job markets spanning the public, non-profit and private sector (in the US and internationally).
- Excellent knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; and learning and motivation.
- Detailed knowledge of hiring practices, recruiting/ staffing methods and employment trends for early/mid/senior career professionals, US domestic and international.
- Advanced experience working with people from diverse cultures, including working with multicultural students and ESL.
- Excellent computer skills and the ability to quickly adapt to new software programs and online resources.
- Advanced knowledge of (or can quickly learn) UC programs and systems; career services; student, employer, alumni, and faculty needs and expectations; recruiting and staffing methods; and employment trends.
- Experience with workshop and program design, event planning and management.
- Excellent judgment in handling sensitive information, and exhibiting care with confidential data and records.
- Advanced degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
This is a full-time career position with a hybrid work arrangement; requiring a minimum of two days in the office. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.
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 $80,400 - $112,900, annually.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
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.
Misconduct Disclosure
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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 .
The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy .