Director of Administration (0547U) #77867
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Main Campus-BerkeleyFull/Part Time
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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 Interdisciplinary Social Science Programs (ISSP) are a cluster of degree programs that provide an interdisciplinary approach to the study of social science issues. Comprised of three undergraduate majors (Cognitive Science, Global Studies, and Political Economy), several undergraduate minor programs (Global Studies, Political Economy, Human Rights, and Global Poverty and Practice), a master's degree program in Global Studies, two graduate designated emphases (graduate minor programs) in Cognitive Science and Political Economy, and a new Self-Supporting Graduate Professional Degree Program in Computational Social Sciences, ISSP serves approximately 975 undergraduate major, 170 minor, and 45 graduate students. (The SSGPDP will eventually serve 100 students each year.) ISSP is led by an Associate Dean, 3 Faculty Directors (one for each major), and advisory boards representing each of the major programs. There are approximately 8 ladder and adjunct faculty, 25 lecturers, and 50 GSIs and readers. Position Summary This position is responsible for the management of all administrative and programmatic functions of The Interdisciplinary Social Science Programs (ISSP), a cluster of three interdisciplinary undergraduate degree programs, four minor programs, one interdisciplinary master's degree program, two graduate-designated emphases (graduate minors), and a number of faculty-driven programmatic initiatives. The position holds responsibility for all financial and budgetary activity, academic and staff human resource tasks, facility and materiel resource allocation, IT resources and services, student services, instructional planning support, and academic initiative support. Responsibilities also include short and long-term strategic planning, and developing initiatives to support the mission of both individual programs and the unit as a whole. Application Review Date
The minimum posting duration for this position is 14 calendar days. The department will initiate the application review process on/after May 15, 2025. Responsibilities
Administrative Oversight & Management
Financial Management
Human Resources
Curriculum & Enrollment Management
Space & Facilities Management
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time, career position. 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 $130,000 - $150,000, annually. 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 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. |