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Program Advisor and Study Group Coordinator (4500U) 73879
University of California, Berkeley
Program Advisor and Study Group Coordinator (4500U) 73879
University of California, Berkeley
 Program Advisor and Study Group Coordinator (4500U) 73879 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 Biology Scholars Program (BSP) in the Department of Integrative Biology is a 30 year-old science diversity program that provides academic and career support for students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds who are interested in pursuing careers primarily in the biological and health sciences. Since 1992, BSP has provided student services to over 4,000 Berkeley undergraduates through study groups, course and career advising, paid internships, research opportunities, and events/workshops. Additionally, the BSP cultivates a community of students committed to service. BSP students are on average 80% first- generation/low-income, 70% women, and 60% from groups historically underrepresented in STEM. Each year, BSP provides individualized services to approximately 400 current undergraduates who are underrepresented, low income, first-generation college students, and/or otherwise at a higher risk of experiencing academic difficulty, to help students succeed. Additionally, BSP provides services to its alumni members. For more information, see http://bsp.berkeley.edu/. This is a student-facing role. This role involves supporting the success of undergraduate students whose backgrounds are primarily from populations historically underrepresented in science and medicine, low-income, first-to-college, and otherwise at higher risk of experiencing academic difficulty. Responsibilities include providing individualized services such as academic needs assessment, developing individual study plans, recognizing and addressing academic and non-academic barriers to academic success, counseling on other aspects that may affect student retention and academic success. The Program Advisor and Study Group Coordinator also coordinates all programmatic aspects of BSP's study groups for STEM gateway courses, and co-leads, coordinates and/or administers BSP student-facing workshops/events/socials, and participates in BSP program(s) admissions. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is November 5, 2024 Responsibilities
This is a full-time career position. This position is eligible for the full range of 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 hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $31.13 - $35.92. 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. 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. To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=73879&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=21〈uageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-f964f2715c74424496fa8b3f43992821
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The University of California was chartered in 1868 and its flagship campus - envisioned as a "City of Learning" - was established at Berkeley, on San Francisco Bay. Today the world's premier public university and a wellspring of innovation, UC Berkeley occupies a 1,232 acre campus with a sylvan 178-acre central core. From this home its academic community makes key contributions to the economic and social well-being of the Bay Area, California, and the nation.
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