Associate Director, Admissions and Recruitment (4509U) Haas School of Business 76835About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business offers a unique opportunity to champion new ideas, collaborate across boundaries, and continually learn in a workplace committed to increasing diversity and creating a welcoming environment for all. Our distinctive culture is captured within our four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, and Beyond Yourself. These principles distinguish Berkeley Haas as a unique environment conducive to teamwork, collaboration, and career growth.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: March 20, 2025
Responsibilities

Admissions Review

• Oversee the application review and selection process as directed.
• Uses extensive knowledge of college / school / department requirements and applicant pool, to assess the applicants' overall record and experience for final admissions determination and recommendation.
• Assesses academic preparedness of traditional, special-program, and international applicants. Evaluates transcripts and international records for eligibility.
• Evaluate and determine whether prospective applicant should be interviewed.
• Manage interview process; suggest, select and team student and alumni interviewers.
• Assesses applicants for motivation, initiative, leadership potential, work / life experience, extracurricular activities, socioeconomic status, disability, and educational / personal hardship
• Other duties as assigned.

Admissions Program Management

• Evaluates the program on a regular basis, including tracking participant outcomes; establishes systems for data collection/tracking; surveys participants in the program to identify areas of strength and weakness within the program and to make data-driven decisions for program changes or improvements.
• Oversee the applicant preparation progress, evaluate and approve all preparation progresses and ensure completeness.
• Oversee the background check processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Admissions Recruitment

• Performs recruitment activities, and represent the MFE program at admissions events as well as at corporate/professional organization events through-out the United States and globally.
• Under guidance of the Director of Admissions, plans, organizes and/or assists with events to enhance recruitment. Counsel prospective applicants regarding admission requirements, Haas programs, and preparation for MFE study.
• Assesses effectiveness in attracting quality students to Berkeley Haas MFE.
• Provides in-depth information via telephone, email, and in person on the MFE admissions requirements, prerequisite courses, school/college programs and curricula, specific financial aid criteria, and career opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Admissions Yield & Marketing

• Supports Director of Admissions in planning, managing, and implementing events to enhance recruitment and yield for MFE, including student and alumni outreach efforts, diversity initiative events, MFE pre-program outreach, electronic communications, and similar activities.
• Participate in application yield call strategy and coordination.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of competitive programs and offerings.
• Evaluate effectiveness of admissions and/or recruitment programs and makes recommendations for recruitment strategies to enhance yield.
• Makes suggestions for and facilitates other website improvements with an eye for outreach to diverse individuals and communities.
• Disseminates information across a variety of marketing channels, including email, social media, webinars, blog post, newsletters, etc. Stay abreast of new technology and tools to enhance outreach.
• Researches and inquires about opportunities to partner with STEM organizations, including both in-person presentations and virtual panels with students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Professional Learning and Growth

• Embraces the principle of being a 'student always' by engaging in opportunities for training, workshops, seminars, continuing education pertinent to the position, or at the suggestion of the supervisor.
• Actively contributes to a team environment that fosters and promotes a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within the unit and at Haas.
• Engages in ongoing education to promote diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging by completing University sponsored certifications & training sessions (Ie: MEP Workshop, Implicit Bias Certification, LinkedIn Learning workshops, and other workshops & seminars offered by the University or Haas, as they are made available) or by engaging in external seminars & resources related to DEIB.
• Exemplifies Haas Defining Principles: students always, confidence w/o attitude, question the status quo, and beyond yourself.
  

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.
• Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges / universities and specifically at UC, and / or specific colleges and schools.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions.
• Ability to develop recruitment programs, and design effective materials.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to make and support admissions recommendations and decisions in a highly competitive admissions environment and to efficiently review large numbers of applications on time and with solid judgment.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision as well as be an integral member of a team-oriented office.
• Must be available and willing to travel through-out the United States and globally.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  

Salary & Benefits

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 range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $66,700.00 - $91,600.00

• This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is exempt and paid monthly.
• This is not a visa opportunity

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
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.
Misconduct Disclosure

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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.

The University of California's Affirmative Action policy.

The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy.


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