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Job ID: 78183

Location: Main Campus-Berkeley

Full/Part Time: Full Time

About Berkeley

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 seek applicants who reflect California's diversity and wish to join 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, learning is integral to working. We support supportive colleague communities through various employee resource groups. Our goal is for all full-time staff to feel supported and to realize their full potential, providing at least 80 hours of paid professional development annually. Learn more about growing your career at UC Berkeley.

Departmental Overview

Berkeley's Department of Architecture emphasizes design, multidisciplinary collaboration, and experimentation. It has over 570 students, including 180 graduate students, with over 20 full-time faculty, 30 part-time faculty, and 5 staff members. More info at ced.berkeley.edu/arch.

This critical position supports multiple functions and works independently under the department manager and Chair, applying in-depth professional knowledge to curriculum management, analyzing problems, and presenting solutions.

Application Review Date

The first review of applications will be on May 20, 2025, and the position remains open until filled.

Responsibilities

1. Scheduling and Course Support (40%): Independently determine courses to be offered, schedule undergraduate and graduate courses, manage accommodations, adjust class sizes, resolve scheduling issues, assign courses, and ensure faculty access to necessary systems.
2. Enrollment (30%): Manage enrollment functions, set limits, monitor levels, support instructors and students, manage waitlists, and oversee studio course enrollment processes.
3. Communication (10%): Communicate schedules, deadlines, policies, and updates to instructors, students, and staff in consultation with the Chair/MSO.
4. Chair/MSO/Admin Support (10%): Support administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings, managing calendars, handling inquiries, updating websites, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
5. Events (5%): Support departmental events including studio space management, reviews, commencements, orientations, and other activities.
6. Professional Development (5%): Maintain knowledge of curriculum planning and administrative support through participation in campus activities and trainings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training
• Ability to identify and analyze problems and trends
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem-solving skills for conflicting situations
• Multicultural competencies
• Experience in scheduling and administration
• Ability to learn new systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of university-specific applications
• Proficiency with Adobe InDesign
• Experience with Course Management System, Campus Solutions, Cal Central
• Understanding of university policies and degree requirements

Salary & Benefits

The salary range is $65,000 to $78,000 annually, with full benefits. For details, visit UC Berkeley's Benefits website. The position is FLSA exempt, paid monthly, and eligible for full benefits.

Background Checks and Disclosures

This role requires fingerprinting and background checks. Applicants must disclose any misconduct or disciplinary actions within the last seven years, including allegations or investigations involving misconduct.

Equal Opportunity

UC Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.