Job description

Academic Human Resource Analyst (7715U) - 52888 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. 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 .

Departmental Overview

The Division of Social Sciences in the College of Letters & Science is the largest of Berkeley's academic divisions, with an annual budget of approximately $135M, approximately 280 permanent faculty FTE and undergraduate enrollment which averages over 31,000 per semester. It is also among Berkeley's most heterogeneous divisions, with faculty studying every dimension of the human experience. Its academic departments include African American Studies, Anthropology, Demography, Economics, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Gender and Women's Studies, History, Linguistics, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. The Division of Social Sciences is also home to the Interdisciplinary Social Science Programs, the Social Science Matrix, D-Lab, and several related research units.

The Division of Social Sciences is seeking an Academic Personnel Analyst 3 to join the Assistant Dean and the Assistant Director for Academic Personnel. The AP Analyst will be an active part of a seasoned and cohesive team that supports the Dean of the Berkeley Division of Social Sciences in reviewing academic personnel requests.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 05/26/2023.

Responsibilities

Works directly with Department Managers, Department Chairs, and Departmental AP Analysts on the intake of faculty AP cases. Reviews for completion, adherence to policy and guidelines, and provides feedback to the department if any revisions are needed before moving the case forward.
Maintains the faculty tracking list and reconciles list for accuracy.
Oversees and provides approval or rejection of various requests, including Multi-Location Appointment and One-Time Payment requests, Professor of the Graduate School appointments, affiliate requests, and MOP loan nominations.
Reviews academic search plans and reports for adherence to campus and divisional guidelines, provides feedback and requests changes directly with the departments. Answers questions about academic search plans from the departments.
Reviews and communicates outcomes for faculty leave requests, including sabbaticals, partial sabbaticals, and leave without salary.
Provides strategic advice and counsel to unit head (Department Chair and Department Managers) by analyzing and interpreting system-wide and organization policies, collective bargaining agreements, academic personnel procedures and practices.
Counsels Departments concerning moderate to complex work-related problems.
Identifies and customizes training needs for diverse constituencies.
Required Qualifications

Demonstrated responsiveness and commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication and correspondence skills; ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse audiences.
Ability to analyze complex management issues, develop project scope and solutions, give professional advice to senior officials and make critical decisions regarding personnel.
Excellent critical and innovative thinking to address moderately complex issues and present nuanced analyses. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work with demanding time frames.
Demonstrated strong analytical and computer skills to create reports, conduct analysis, and develop recommendations.
Ability to use high-level discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Advanced political acumen and sensitivities to the differing perspectives and political circumstances within all levels of the campus as well as external constituencies.
Thorough knowledge of, or can quickly learn, systemwide and campus policies, procedures, and practices that govern academic personnel.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in mid to high level leadership environment within a higher education setting.
Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for full UC 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 or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000.00 - $109,000.00.

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