Sr. Associate Director of Engagement Programs; U - College of Engineering

Sr. Associate Director of Engagement Programs (6292U) – College of Engineering 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 makes 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.

The Senior Associate Director of Engagement Programs for the College of Engineering reports to the Executive Director of Engagement Programs within the Office of Marketing and Communications. Working collaboratively to plan and execute college‑wide events and outreach activities to increase engagement among key constituencies, including current and prospective students, alums, donors, faculty, staff and off‑campus partners. The responsibilities of this position include building upon the college's existing events and outreach activities and proactively identifying and planning new opportunities to engage these constituencies further.

Evaluating new events to ensure they meet and align with the college's mission and its strategic and fundraising goals.

Events and activities may be in‑person, hybrid, or virtual. They include the Dean's lecture series, annual academic and alums programs and celebrations (Commencement, Orientation, Cal Day and Homecoming), donor events, college community celebrations and town halls. The Senior Associate Director will also collaborate with college departments, providing consultation, advice, and management in planning selected events. The Senior Associate Director will collaborate with college and university staff/units in planning and executing events, following all UC policies, including those involving procurement.

The First Review Date for this job is:
February 28, 2024 – Open Until Filled.

• Plan and execute activities that reflect the mission of the College and serve its strategic goals and priorities. Determine and analyze requirements on all events and identify budget parameters for each event.
• Manage planning and organizing logistics such as facilities, audience management systems and…