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Director of College Relations (6299U), College of Chemistry - 82474
Director of College Relations (6299U), College of Chemistry - 82474Inside Higher Ed • Berkeley, CA, United States
Director of College Relations (6299U), College of Chemistry - 82474

Director of College Relations (6299U), College of Chemistry - 82474

Inside Higher Ed • Berkeley, CA, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Director of College Relations (6299U), College of Chemistry - 82474

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About 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 makes 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. 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.

Departmental Overview

  • The Department of Chemistry
  • The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • College of Chemistry Undergraduate Student Services

The College of Chemistry is consistently ranked as one of the best places on earth to learn, teach, and create new tools in the chemical sciences. Faculty in both departments are engaged in teaching and research in a wide range of applications and subdisciplines.

Position Summary

The Director of College Relations will oversee and direct outreach, engagement programming, and stewardship strategies for alumni, donors, and at‑large communities for the College of Chemistry; as well as oversee and direct College‑wide events such as the College’s annual commencement. Provides immediate supervision of the Donor Relations and Event Specialist.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is : 12 / 01 / 2025.

Responsibilities

Donor Relations

  • Manage a small portfolio of prospects with stewardship essential for continued philanthropy.
  • Drive the vision for donor relations overall including broad‑based and highly personalized reporting, creating and facilitating curated donor experiences, and executing events.
  • Create, develop, and iterate on a clear and compelling donor relations vision and strategy.
  • Create high‑impact stewardship programs for all levels and types of giving : endowment, capital, current‑use, encompassing the full donor spectrum from annual gifts to planned gift.
  • Optimize financial reporting for personalization and donor impact.
  • Partner strategically with the Sr. Assistant Dean on managing the College of Chemistry's Advisory Board.
  • Alumni Relations

  • Set the strategic vision for alumni engagement.
  • Direct and oversee engagement strategies for the College of Chemistry's alumni.
  • Overall manage the College of Chemistry's alumni programming.
  • Advise the Sr. Assistant Dean on matters pertaining to alumni relations and program development, strategically developing programs to engage alumni and friends with the school and support the larger fundraising goals of the school.
  • Serve as primary liaison to UC Berkeley UDAR to manage and coordinate the CoCs award nominations, Alumni Trustee nominations, and collaborative regional programming.
  • Direct and supervise alumni communications including creation of e‑Newsletter; alumni presence on the college web page; invitations, and social media communication.
  • Collaborate with Student Services on student / alumni programs.
  • Represent the alumni office at various activities, events, and internal meetings.
  • College Relations

  • Main point of contact for College of Chemistry's annual commencement event.
  • Execute and manage all aspects of the College of Chemistry annual commencement event.
  • Collaborate, partner, and lead colleagues from across the College in the planning and execution of commencement.
  • Pre‑commencement planning : vendor management, logistics, communications, creation and collaboration on College of Chemistry Commencement Committee, regalia and materials, timing and planning of day‑of.
  • Day‑of : real‑time management and problem solving, on‑site coordination, procession and recessional, ceremony flow.
  • Lead point of contact for event logistics for the College.
  • Lead and partner with CoC Director of Marketing and Communications and Sr. Assistant Dean on reputation management strategies during events.
  • Management

  • Supervise Donor Relations and Events Specialist.
  • Ensure the coordination and execution of department events.
  • Manage the stewardship process for the College of Chemistry.
  • Plan and execute cultivation and stewardship events for alumni and friends with support from the Donor Relations and Events Specialist.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in alumni relations and / or donor relations or related fields (higher education administration, events management, program development) with a demonstrated record of strong leadership and innovative programming.
  • Knowledge of fundraising / philanthropy and donor relations concepts, principles, and practices.
  • Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, problem‑solving, persuasion / negotiation and marketing skills.
  • Proven skill to create, organize, and execute complicated events.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating a desire to establish and maintain positive & professional working relationships with colleagues, students and team members.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven skill as a relationship builder and collaborator with success in managing and organizing others, particularly volunteers and colleagues.
  • Proven skill in interpreting and leveraging data trends to influence strategic business initiatives and drive measurable outcomes.
  • Knowledge of managing stewardship for program.
  • Master’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Salary & Benefits

    The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $115,000.00 - $125,000.00. This is an exempt monthly‑paid position.

    How To Apply

  • To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
  • Other Information

  • This is not a visa opportunity.
  • This position is eligible for up to 25% hybrid work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.
  • 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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