Northern California HERC

Basic Needs Center Associate Director (7399U), Center for Educational Equity and Excellence - 54167 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. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and 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 staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.

Departmental Overview

The Basic Needs Center acts as a virtual and physical hub that provides and connects students to essential services that impact health, belonging, and overall well-being. The Basic Needs Center team is committed to fostering belonging and justice on the UC Berkeley campus through a robust model that includes education, prevention & emergency relief programs in the core areas of basic needs: food security, housing security & financial stability.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: June 16, 2023

Responsibilities

Supervision and Program Management

• Oversees the Food, Social Services, and Community Engagement & Outreach programs and their respective teams including career, contract, and student staff positions.
• Develops program priorities including short- and long-term programmatic goals and objectives, and engages in ongoing tracking and evaluation of program goals and effectiveness.
• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Basic Needs Center including programs, events, and other activities.
• Assists with budgeting and monitoring expenditures.
• Supports development efforts including donor engagement.

Data Analysis, Impact, & Reporting

• Leads data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts. Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes BNC program data to prepare reports and/or analyses for program constituents as well as the broader community of stakeholders on and off campus.
• Researches and drafts proposals, reports, and briefings in order to support the dissemination of program impact findings, as well as to support new program, policy & advocacy priorities.
• Leads the design of program feedback surveys.

Campus Basic Needs Policy & Advocacy

• Supports the Director with developing advocacy and policy priorities for the Center including short- and long-term goals and objectives.
• Develops and coordinates basic needs policy communications; formulates strategies for education, analysis, and implementation.
• Assists with developing and advocating for solutions to basic needs-related system issues, including developing and administering new systems, policies, processes, or programs addressing basic needs on campus.
• Proposes, leads, and/or participates in policy and planning committees and working groups related to Basic Needs focus areas.

Project Management

• Develops proposals and recommendations to guide and support a broader strategic direction for the BNC's social services, skill development, education, and research efforts.
• Applies campus and system-wide basic needs research to inform, improve and/or expand on the Basic Needs Center service delivery model for skill development, education, and research efforts.
• Coordinate new BNC projects including staffing, logistics, and project tracking.
• Leads graduate student strategy and develops recommendations for programs, staffing, and advocacy priorities.

Other Duties

• Participates in pertinent campus committees and meetings.
• Participates in systemwide and countywide meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of skills and practices associated with building and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels of staff, faculty, and stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of higher education and social services/community-based resources specialization.
• Advanced data collection, analysis, and reporting skills, as well as implementation of data collection and data reporting systems.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of organizational development strategies and practice.
• Advanced judgment and discretion with sensitive and/or confidential issues/information.
• Thorough knowledge of organizational or initiative processes, protocols, and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
• Advanced analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated management and conflict resolution skills to effectively lead and motivate others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to 1) communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing, and 2) communicate complicated information in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced knowledge of the structures and systems that disproportionately impact individuals from marginalized or low-resource communities.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and participating in the completion of publications including academic, administrative and policy publications or reports.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic needs, or related fields, theory, data, policy, and programs.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the goals and mission of the University including student equity and success.
• Demonstrated experience leading and completing publications as primary author. Publications may include but are not limited to academic, administrative and policy.

Education/Training:

• Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's https://www.google.com/url?q=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html&source=gmail&ust=1674324686328000&usg=AOvVaw2GpIWYW1GodaOMhx7gsK4r' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4248151&targetURL=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html' style='font-variant-ligatures:normal; text-align:start; white-space:pre-wrap; color:blue; text-decoration:underline' target='_blank'>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 or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $83,000.00 - $110,000.00.

• This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is exempt and paid monthly.
• This is a hybrid position, eligible for 20% remote capability.

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.

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.



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