Innovation Program Coordinator (4723C), SkyDeck - #74457

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Departmental Overview

Berkeley SkyDeck is one of the top tech accelerators in the U.S., and part of UC Berkeley. SkyDeck is home to 280+ startups a year and is a joint venture of UC Berkeley's College of Engineering, the Haas School of Business, and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. SkyDeck's mission is to serve as the leading hub for entrepreneurship globally.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator position supports Berkeley SkyDeck's program team in handling and managing the program including program logistics and planning as well as duties surrounding setting up and organizing the many events and workshops that take place at SkyDeck.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: December 3, 2024

Responsibilities

* Manage the programmatic needs of SkyDeck's startups with a special emphasis and focus on the international startups and founders that come to SkyDeck.
* Provide administrative support as needed to key program staff supporting global innovation partners.
* Manage any and all founder inquiries regarding SkyDeck facilities and operations.
* Facilitate the planning and organization of programs, networking events to help connect international founders to advisors, investors and corporate partners.
* Facilitate events for talent matching (i.e. intern fairs) and act as a point of contact with student organizations and campus partners.
* Conduct surveys and analysis of founder satisfaction with the program and recommend and implement improvements and changes on an ongoing basis.
* Manage scheduling of all programmatic elements including workshops, office hours, advisor and investor meetings, etc.
* Track expenses tied to the Innovation Partner Program.
* Manage AV needs for programs and events.

Required Qualifications

* Working knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
* Requires strong demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, active listening, critical thinking, multi-task and time management skills.
* High school diploma and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

* One year of professional work experience
* Flexible and able to work under pressure in a high-volume and fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid hourly and eligible for 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 $26.26 (Step 1) - $32.69 (Step 11).

How to Apply

* To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/cx/index.html
* This is not a visa opportunity.
* This position is eligible for up to 10% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.

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