What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Dean for External Affairs & Development (0464U), School of Information 71757 position at University of California, Berkeley?
Assistant Dean for External Affairs & Development (0464U), School of Information 71757
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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.
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Departmental Overview
The School of Information (I School) advances knowledge and practice everywhere humans interact with digital technologies. Through interdisciplinary research and teaching we are committed to expanding access to information and to improving its usability, reliability, and credibility while preserving security and privacy. Our faculty conduct research in human-computer interaction (HCI), security and privacy, applied data science, and technology in developing regions. We currently offer three professional master's degrees and an academic doctoral degree.
Summary of the Position
Reporting to the Dean of the Berkeley School of Information ('I School'), the Assistant Dean of External Affairs & Development (AD) holds a key leadership role in a globally respected academic organization. The AD is tasked with developing goals, priorities, and the strategy for, and delivery of, fundraising, marketing and communications and alumni engagement activities and outcomes for the School of Information.
Scope of the Position
The Assistant Dean of External Affairs & Development (AD) manages a comprehensive fundraising program for the Berkeley School of Information, as well as identifies, builds, nurtures, and maintains effective relationships with external constituencies. Responsibilities involve managing a staff of 4 full-time positions that oversee fundraising, alumni relations, donor and external events, alumni and donor conferences, public relations, marketing, and communications for the School of Information. The AD is charged with designing and delivering the foundation for life-long relationships with alumni and friends who have the passion, dedication, and capacity to make a transformational impact at the School of Information and UC Berkeley. The AD creates and implements strategies to maximize support from all sources, including major gifts, corporate giving, planned giving, and annual giving.
Application Review Date
Application reviews are anticipated to begin in the week of September 16. The position will remain open until filled.
Responsibilities
- Serves as the lead development professional, managing a comprehensive fundraising program for the I School.
- Manages own portfolio of 40-50 prospects of leadership and major gifts.
- Serves on the Campaign Management Team.
- Manages, trains, leads, directs, and motivates a small team of professional fundraising staff.
- Collaborates, trains and staffs faculty and leadership at the I School on cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors.
- Manages and guides staff in recruiting, training, nurturing and managing a cohort of alumni volunteers committed to alumni engagement and the philanthropic success of School of Information.
- Oversees the marketing and communication staff, collateral, digital performance and messaging for the I School.
- Serves on the Leadership team at the I School and participates in short- and long-range strategic planning for the unit.
- Maintains a proactive approach to staying informed about emerging trends in external affairs and development.
Required Qualifications
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $175,500.00 - $200,000.00.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Diversity Statement
Please include, as part of your application a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.
Other Information
This role offers the flexibility to have a hybrid work schedule, needing to come into the office a few days a week and / or travel as needed.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.
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.
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Salary : $175,500 - $200,000
