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Berkeley, CA | United States

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Job description

Graduate Student Affairs Officer, Master's Program (4575U) 63672 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

Berkeley Social Welfare is one of the nation's leading social work graduate programs. As part of the world's top ranked public university, the School of Social Welfare is producing new knowledge for the common good and training the next generation of social work thought leaders dedicated to serving society's most vulnerable members. Known for combining rigorous scholarship with outstanding education, the School of Social Welfare offers MSW and PhD programs as well as an undergraduate major. Since 1944, the School has prepared nearly 12,000 social work professionals for leadership positions in the public and nonprofit human service sectors. Berkeley Social Welfare graduates are dedicated to meeting the growing needs of marginalized, underserved and other vulnerable populations.

Position Summary

Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, the Graduate Student Services Advisor supports Berkeley Social Welfare's academic mission by providing the full range of student services for Social Welfare graduate students. This position independently advises students and resolves student services-related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent within Social Welfare graduate degree and certificate programs.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 1/30/2024

Responsibilities

Academic Advising: 50%

• Designated Graduate Student Affairs Officer (GSAO) for graduate students enrolled in Social Welfare professional master's degree programs.
• Advises students, faculty and staff on school and university policies and procedures governing graduate degrees; reviews students' progress and advises students and faculty on requirements for degree/program completion; identifies students with progression problems and recommends interventions to Head Graduate Adviser.
• Facilitates resolution on re-enrollment or scheduling problems; recommends petition exceptions that affect the requirements of multiple departments.
• Collaborates with students, faculty and staff to identify and implement innovative approaches to meeting the academic and student engagement needs of a diverse and changing student body.
• Develops, produces, and maintains electronic advising materials.
• Advises students and faculty on policies related to student conduct, student grievances, disputes, and issues regarding discrimination.
• Makes referrals to and liaises with campus units responsible for administering student conduct, grievances, and discrimination complaints.
• Utilizing an in-depth knowledge of the field, counsels' students on post-degree information and practices related to professional credentialing, licensure, and post-doc opportunities.

Recruitment and Admissions: 20%

• Advises prospective applicants to Social Welfare graduate degree programs on necessary academic preparation and appropriateness of program as it pertains to the prospective applicant's goals.
• Collaborates with student services team and faculty to plan and implement outreach programs with specific target audiences and institutions; develops and conducts regularly scheduled program information sessions throughout the year; represents program at graduate recruiting events; coordinates and arranges student recruitment and new-admit visits to Berkeley.
• Utilizing in-depth knowledge of admissions criteria, helps rank applicants for admissions.
• Evaluates domestic and international transcripts for degree eligibility.

Programming: 15%

• Collaborates with other student services staff, Dean's Office and faculty to plan and implement complex, high-visibility student events, including new graduate student orientations; academic success strategies; and student life engagement/enrichment programs with a focus on equity, inclusion and belonging.

Financial Aid: 5%

• Advises students on financial aid options including departmental, campus and extramural fellowship opportunities.
• Collaborates with Dean's Office Project Analyst and other student services staff and faculty to recommend and select fellowship recipients.
• Collaborates with Dean's Office Project Analyst on the coordination of the administration and awarding of student fellowships, grants and other awards.
• Assists faculty with recruitment and selection of academic student employees as needed.

Course Scheduling: 5%

• In collaboration with Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Dean's Office Project Analyst, and other stakeholders supports curriculum planning for the masters program to ensure there are no scheduling conflicts with required courses for MSW and concurrent degree students.
• Ensures course availability and student progress through course sequences.
• Manages course exceptions/waivers and workarounds for specific student scheduling issues.
• Ensures compliance with campus-wide policies.

Other duties as assigned. 5%



Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques, particularly for graduate and professional degree students.
• Knowledge of and/or can quickly learn University-specific computer application programs, major office, database, and internet software packages.
• Knowledge of and/or can quickly learn academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC Berkeley.
• Knowledge of and/or can quickly learn University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Demonstrated reliability including ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work independently.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, objectivity, sensitivity, discretion, professionalism, and exercise good judgment and tact.
• Ability to interpret complex policies and develop procedures to ensure compliance.
• Solid service orientation and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Solid ability to use organizational skills to multi-task in a high-volume environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; high degree of emotional intelligence; political acumen; ability to build consensus among diverse populations, including faculty, staff and students.
• Experience with multicultural competencies; demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, and outside agencies.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of complex U.S. visa and immigration procedures, compliance issues, and employment eligibility/authorization for international students and scholars.
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, education, public health, public policy, or closely related field and/or two years' experience in graduate student advising.

Salary & Benefits


This is a 12-month, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension with continued funding. This is a monthly paid, exempt position.


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 salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $70,000.00 - $85,000.00. The full pay scale range for this position classification is $59,100.00 - $101,700.00 (grade 19).



How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work.

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.


For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.


Referral Source info


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