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, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation – driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world. Tour Colleges At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth . We actively support professional development by providing all full‑time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and providing space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups. The Office of Government and Community Relations (GCR) advances the University’s mission by developing and maintaining strong relationships with governmental agencies, elected officials, Tribal governments and organizations, community stakeholders, and advocacy partners. The office supports institutional priorities through legislative advocacy, public policy analysis, strategic communications, and community engagement. As part of the Chancellor’s office, GCR works to demonstrate the value of UC Berkeley as the nation’s leading public research University to elected officials, government agencies, the local community, and public at large. Job Summary The Associate Vice Chancellor for Government demonstrated progressive growth of responsibility and leadership in this area. Ability to effectively and efficiently navigate a nuanced, matrixed, and decentralized organization. Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, communications, public administration, higher education, or a related field; and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Ability to think with an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset around relationships and building relationships proactively, in order to augment and leverage networks to strengthen government and community in a mutually beneficial manner. Deep knowledge and/or experience with the California state government. Knowledge of federal government relations and related structures and processes. Experience engaging with Tribal governments and organizations. Experience with legislative advocacy, budget processes, and regulatory affairs. Experience with NAGPRA and repatriation efforts. Established effective relationships with governmental, community, or higher education stakeholders. Advanced knowledge of higher education policy issues and the organizational environment of large public research universities. Experience working in or with higher education. Advanced degree. Salary 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: 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. In a National Research Council analysis of 212 doctoral programs at American universities, 48 Berkeley programs place among the top 10 nationwide.There are 8 Nobel Laureates, 32 MacArthur Fellows, and 4 Pulitzer Prize winners among the current faculty. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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