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About Berkeley
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The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s most iconic teaching and research institutions. Since 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world. Berkeley’s culture of openness, freedom and acceptance—academic and artistic, political and cultural—make it a very special place for students, faculty and staff.
Berkeley is committed to hiring and developing staff who want to work in a high performing culture that supports the outstanding work of our faculty and students. In deciding whether to apply for a staff position at Berkeley, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the alignment of the Berkeley Workplace Culture with their potential for success at http://jobs.berkeley.edu/why-berkeley.html.
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Application Review Date
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The First Review Date for this job is: 6/8/2018
For full consideration, please submit application materials no later than by: 6/13/2018
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Departmental Overview
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The University of California, Berkeley is the preeminent public university in the country and one of the leading employers in the Bay Area. Join the Career Center at UC Berkeley as a member of a dynamic counseling team, providing innovative and comprehensive career services. We work with a wide spectrum of customers including undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni.
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Responsibilities
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OVERVIEW:
We're excited to announce the opening of 3 full-time positions in our office. In alignment with the Career Center's direction of providing customized service to our constituencies, 2 of these positions will serve the Humanities and Social Sciences students in the College of Letters & Science (L&S), and 1 position will serve students in the Colleges of Environmental Design, Engineering, and the physical sciences in L&S. **Please indicate which position you prefer in your cover letter.** Our counseling staff develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates career services, resources, and programs for their students and fosters strong, collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and employers. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of the career needs of college students, and are able to demonstrate competency in providing services to undergraduate and Master's students in either the humanities and social sciences fields, or the STEM population.
•Provide career counseling services and related programming for students in the assigned constituency, regarding career decision-making, self-assessment, career options, goal setting, career research, and the job/internship search process.
•Delivers targeted programs, services and information to students. In coordination with counseling colleagues, researches, designs and plans a strategy for delivery of broad and complex career-focused programs and events that incorporate the needs of campus partners and constituents, which may include a large-scale "career conference" featuring numerous components.
•Establish new relationships with corporations and other organizations related to career services and internship opportunities. Promote partnerships and play a key role in the campus's relationship with outside organizations. Consult with employers regarding optimal marketing strategies to reach students and to collaborate on events and workshops.
•Work collaboratively with academic staff from your assigned college(s) to determine best service needs for the students.
•Develop tailored e-mail communications and other written materials customized to the population. Write and maintain specific sections of the Career Center website and social media outlets, and contribute to Center publications.
•Conduct ongoing needs assessments/surveys; collect and report on data related to service delivery and outcomes. Analyze and address unique issues and problems concerning career services and/or marketplace trends.
• Act as coordinator for various career fairs and events in collaboration with Employer Relations.
•Participate on unit-wide committees and projects.
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Required Qualifications
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•A Master's Degree in Counseling, Career Development, Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
•Demonstrated experience providing career coaching to address a broad range of career/employment issues.
•Advanced knowledge of employer recruiting strategies, job market trends, occupational, career and employment information sources as well as the application process for graduate and professional school.
•Experience designing and delivering career-related workshops and programs.
•An advanced understanding and ability to work with and serve individuals from diverse backgrounds utilizing cross-cultural counseling skills.
•Demonstrated skill in establishing effective working relationships with staff of all levels, faculty, employers and alumni.
•Experience and proficiency with incorporating the use of technology to deliver career services.
•Strong communication skills – writing, presentation and interpersonal.
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Salary & Benefits
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Annual beginning salary range: $73,000 - $75,000. We offer a diverse working environment and an excellent benefits and retirement package.
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
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How to Apply
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Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.
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Conviction History Background
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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.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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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 see: http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
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