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University of California-Berkeley

Development Associate (7546U) #74582

University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


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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 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 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, in a community rooted in equity and social justice, the students and faculty of BSE are joined by their shared commitment to understanding and improving the complex world of education. A central mission of BSE is to improve teaching and learning for all students in our schools 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. Position Summary The Development Associate is a critical support role within the Development and External Relations team at the Berkeley School of Education. The position is integral to donor stewardship and alumni relations efforts, including external communications and events. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Development and External Relations, the position is designed to provide administrative support and project management for the team.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is December 16, 2024

Responsibilities

Oversees BSE acknowledgment process and stewardship program, including serving as liaison for University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) on endowment and current-use student and faculty support reporting. Responsibilities include managing BSE stewardship calendar, acknowledgment process within BSE and in partnership with UDAR. Serve as BSE point person for UDAR Donor Relations gatherings. Manages and plans select donor events, including logistics from coordinating vendors to sending invitations, from post event thank you emails to attendance list upload to database. Supports BSE's development and alumni relations digital presence, including management of online giving pages on give.berkeley.edu, e-communications via marketing cloud, and BSE participation in campus-wide online mentorship platform. Provides development team support, including scheduling, purchasing, travel arrangements, donor meeting logistics, preparation of donor and event briefings, CADS list request pulls, and oversight of the BSE SPA email account and Google drive. Assists with data management and data tracking, identifying key point indicators and ensuring CADS data procedures and business rules are being followed. Engage in professional learning and growth opportunities, and actively contribute to a team environment that fosters and promotes a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIBJ) within BSE and at UCB. Support special projects as assigned, including assignments involving direct interaction with alumni, donors, and various campus fundraising partners.

Required Qualifications

Working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Working knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Good written and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Good organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills. Thorough knowledge of computer and database systems to facilitate research, pull data, and prepare donor reports and proposals. Skills in maintaining confidentiality. High school diploma or equivalent experience / training

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the UC Berkeley campus, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, issues of concern and infrastructure (or comparable institutional knowledge/experience). Experience working in Adobe, Canva, or other design software. Experience working in Google Workspace, CADS, Salesforce, or similar data mgmt systems.

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time 1-year contract position. Extension is possible with continued funding. This position is eligible for full 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 hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $34.77 - $48.28.

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

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