Job Details

Graduate Student Affairs Officer (4575) – Department of Architecture, University of California, Berkeley

Location: Berkeley, CA

Overview

Join the Architecture Department as a Graduate Student Affairs Officer (GSAO) to support graduate students in academic advising, admissions, financial aid, and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Advising & Student Services (45%): advise students on policies, progress, and requirements; evaluate petitions; provide academic counseling; liaise with the International Office and Graduation Division; produce weekly newsletter.
• Recruitment & Admissions (25%): develop outreach programs; advise prospective applicants; evaluate transcripts; coordinate recruitment visits; manage Graduate Admissions Ambassadors; update recruitment materials.
• Faculty Committees / Department Policy (15%): meet with Chair and MSO; advise on policies; serve on committees; develop program recommendations.
• Financial Aid (10%): administer fellowships, grants, scholarships; advise students on aid and fellowships.
• Other (5%): plan events, coordinate programming, conduct exit surveys, pursue professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of recruiting and admissions practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with faculty, staff, and students.
• Problem‑solving and multicultural competencies.
• Detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (equivalent experience acceptable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Experience with Slate and SIS systems.
• Knowledge of risk assessment procedures.
• Project management experience.

Salary & Benefits

Annual salary range: $74,000 – $83,500 (position range $63,000 – $108,400). Full range provided on UC Berkeley Compensation & Benefits website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

How to Apply

Visit the UC Berkeley careers site for the application link.