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University of California, Berkeley

Program Coordinator (4722C) Job 73115 - CalTeach

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


Program Coordinator (4722C) Job 73115 - CalTeach

About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.

Departmental Overview As part of UC's commitment to the Governor to increase both the quality and quantity of K-12 science and math teachers for California schools, the Office of the President created the UC Science and Mathematics Initiative (SMI) to address the serious shortfall of qualified and math teachers in California. The intent of the program is to prepare and support math, science, and engineering students who are interested in becoming K-12 math and science teachers. The UC Berkeley response to this charge is the Berkeley Science and Math Initiative (BSMI), consisting of two programs: CalTeach and Math for America. These programs offer innovative ways for preparing, supporting, and sustaining outstanding math and science teachers, creating a foundation for advancement in technology and innovation in high-need communities.

Responsibilities

60% Program Coordination: Performs a vital role in supporting all BSMI program areas: Manage student internships, such as the Noyce Summer Internship and the Summer Research Institute. Advertise programs and recruit participants. Review applications, make decisions on acceptance, and notify applicants of the aforementioned decisions. Serve as a liaison between students and partner external organizations. Recruit new partner organizations and institutions as needed. Manage participant scholarships, such as Noyce and Koshland Scholarships. Serve as a liaison between students and the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. Create selection criteria based on awarding organization's policies and regulations. Review applications, and make independent decisions on awards based on selection criteria. Report scholarship activity on a quarterly basis to Principal Investigators and/or Director. Coordinate logistics for teacher professional development programs. Organize meetings and applications for program participation. Serve as the direct correspondent with participants and Director. Coordinate annual program reporting process to external funding agencies. Ensure deadlines are met. Contribute to the writing of reports as assigned by Principal Investigators and/or Director. Coordinate logistics for Cal Teach program. Organize semester kickoffs and annual reception. Conduct evaluations for each event to highlight strengths and identify opportunities to improve upon the next event. Coordinate external marketing for all BSMI programs. Utilize departmental social media accounts to disseminate programmatic updates. Analyze trends and web traffic, helping to enhance programs' digital presence. Manage BSMI program websites. Update websites with current content. Analyze trends and web traffic, helping to improve upon the layout, organization, and features on the site.

30% Program Administration: Serve as preparer for the BearBuy purchasing and accounts payable system. Order new and maintain existing supplies and equipment for the instructional, research, and administrative needs. Coordinate all travel arrangements. Reconcile financial reports, and identify and initiate adjustments to chartstrings as required. Verify hours and employment data. Approve timecards of work study employees. Reconcile payroll at the end of each month. Complete purchasing, maintenance and repair, inventory, and security of equipment.

5% General Office Coordination: Supervise work study student employees/Cal Teach peer advisors. Determine goals for the year for the team and for individual employees. Serve as the back up to department administrative staff, answering telephones, assisting visitors and students.

Assist the Program Manager on special projects and special events, including conferences, orientations and workshops.

Required Qualifications This position requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively perform the job and for positive interaction with diverse constituencies, including faculty, students, campus offices and the general public. The incumbent must have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, policies and technology, and possess the initiative to learn new methods and procedures to accommodate and institute these changes.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of University policies and procedures and how to acquire it are required, as well as an understanding of the interaction of these various campus units with each other and the department. The incumbent keeps informed of current campus systems by attending training workshops and meetings. BA or equivalent related work experience.

Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's

Compensation & Benefits

website.

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.

Mandated Reporter This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies.

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr