Office Coordinator
This position has been filled.
The Berkeley School of Information seeks applicants for the position of office coordinator.
The office coordinator oversees the School of Information’s main office to ensure operations run smoothly and effectively, acting as a central point of information for the School, and managing assigned HR functions including hiring and separation processes, staff and faculty orientation, benefits counseling, and general personnel policies and procedures. The office coordinator is also responsible for financial, budgetary, and operational analysis and oversight for the office.
Responsibilities
65% — Administers and manages the School of Information office. Is the central point of information for the School of Information community. Plans and manages the workflow and related processes and procedures for casual and student employees including all office administration and related functions.
10% — Gathers and analyzes financial and other resource data; prepares reports or analyses of operational activities, evaluates current and proposed administrative processes and procedures for the School of Information., etc.
5% — Functions as a community resource for School of Information administration.
5% — Assesses and recommends changes to maintain compliance with federal and state requirements and internal policies.
5% — Participates in the development and revision of standard operating procedures and guidelines to provide effective and efficient administration.
5% — Provides assistance to the Dean and Assistant Dean as needed .
5% — Works on special projects. Participates in continuing education to maintain skills.
Required Qualifications
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Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, both verbally and in writing.
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Solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
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Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
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Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
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Working knowledge of common computer application programs.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
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Working knowledge of common campus-specific and other computer application programs.
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.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index....
The hourly salary range designated for this position is $21.70 - $28.73; starting salary will be commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
You may also go to jobs.berkeley.edu and search for position #25567.
Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.
The First Review Date for this job is September 3, 2018.
About Berkeley
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.
About the School of Information
The School of Information (I School) is the newest professional school on campus. It has established a global presence and continues to strive to be the preeminent School of Information. It is an intellectual community with academics, students, and other constituents excited about the rapidly expanding conceptualization of information and related technologies and methodologies.
The I School provides the means to understand, organize, and manage information on multiple levels in society and is multidisciplinary in its approach. Social scientists and technologists work together to address the challenges posed for organizations and society by information ubiquity and abundance. The I School has thriving master's and Ph.D. programs along with undergraduate classes.
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 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