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Director of Development and Operations (4800C), Berkeley Center for Law & Technology - 81120
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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. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
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. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
Departmental Overview
The Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT) at the University of California, Berkeley is seeking a highly organized self-starter to fill the role of Director of Development and Operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team that works with faculty, students, law firms and leading tech companies to address cutting edge legal and policy issues posed by the internet and other rapidly changing technologies.
BCLT, a center within the UC Berkeley Law School, is widely recognized as providing the nation's #1 program in law and technology. Berkeley Law is known for its vibrant and engaged community of students and scholars who are committed to making a difference on problems of local, national and global import.
Position Summary
The Director of Development and Operations manages or performs the administrative and development services of an academic research center. Administrative services include activities in finance and budget management, marketing and fundraising, conceptualizing of events, IT, and human resources. General management includes long and short range strategic planning in partnership with the Executive Director in determining the mission of the center as well as directing and supervising subordinate staff responsible for events and communications and student services.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 09/25/2025.
Responsibilities
Plans and implements a complete fundraising program for law firm and corporate sponsors, including
Develops and maintains relationships with sponsor representatives (including law firm sponsors, corporate sponsors, and advertising sponsors).
Initiates and maintains communication with sponsor representatives.
Coordinates Advisory Committee comprised of sponsor representatives.
Identifies, cultivates, and solicits potential sponsors.
Maintains sponsor database.
Develops and prepares budgets and financial reports for funding, which may be complex.
Performs or supervises recharge administration, reconciliation, procurements, reimbursements, and expense allocation in compliance with UCB rules.
Monitors actual income and expenses against budget throughout the year.
Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes financial reports.
Manages, plans and administers a range of administrative operations in a small to mid-sized academic research center.
Applies strong project management skills across all Center activities.
Supervises assigned Center staff and student workers.
Assigns tasks and ensures their successful completion.
Reviews work practices and task allocations and proposes new strategies for consolidating and/or reorganizing workflow to achieve efficiency and manage resources.
Engages in professional development and training opportunities as needed.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Coordinates and participates in a variety of human resources activities including recruitment, employment, training, classification, scheduling, and ensuring the completion of forms and documents related to HR and Payroll for unit/department.
Reviews and approves timesheets and prepares employee evaluations and other HR reports.
Assists in the planning and execution of an extensive schedule of complex events.
Provides assistance on events and student activities as needed.
Interacts with sponsors and partners on co-sponsored or co-branded events.
With Executive Director and Assistant Director for Communications and Events, develops strategies for outreach to all constituents. Assists in the design and drafting of organizational website content; newsletters and correspondence to Center constituents.
Supervises maintenance of Salesforce database of all contacts, sponsor participation, and event attendance, for tracking and reporting purposes; ensures Center is taking full advantage of Salesforce's capabilities to manage constituency relationships.
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Director of Development and Operations (4800C), Berkeley Center for Law & Technology - 81120
role at
Inside Higher Ed
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. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
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. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
Departmental Overview
The Berkeley Center for Law & Technology (BCLT) at the University of California, Berkeley is seeking a highly organized self-starter to fill the role of Director of Development and Operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team that works with faculty, students, law firms and leading tech companies to address cutting edge legal and policy issues posed by the internet and other rapidly changing technologies.
BCLT, a center within the UC Berkeley Law School, is widely recognized as providing the nation's #1 program in law and technology. Berkeley Law is known for its vibrant and engaged community of students and scholars who are committed to making a difference on problems of local, national and global import.
Position Summary
The Director of Development and Operations manages or performs the administrative and development services of an academic research center. Administrative services include activities in finance and budget management, marketing and fundraising, conceptualizing of events, IT, and human resources. General management includes long and short range strategic planning in partnership with the Executive Director in determining the mission of the center as well as directing and supervising subordinate staff responsible for events and communications and student services.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 09/25/2025.
Responsibilities
Plans and implements a complete fundraising program for law firm and corporate sponsors, including
Develops and maintains relationships with sponsor representatives (including law firm sponsors, corporate sponsors, and advertising sponsors).
Initiates and maintains communication with sponsor representatives.
Coordinates Advisory Committee comprised of sponsor representatives.
Identifies, cultivates, and solicits potential sponsors.
Maintains sponsor database.
Develops and prepares budgets and financial reports for funding, which may be complex.
Performs or supervises recharge administration, reconciliation, procurements, reimbursements, and expense allocation in compliance with UCB rules.
Monitors actual income and expenses against budget throughout the year.
Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes financial reports.
Manages, plans and administers a range of administrative operations in a small to mid-sized academic research center.
Applies strong project management skills across all Center activities.
Supervises assigned Center staff and student workers.
Assigns tasks and ensures their successful completion.
Reviews work practices and task allocations and proposes new strategies for consolidating and/or reorganizing workflow to achieve efficiency and manage resources.
Engages in professional development and training opportunities as needed.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Coordinates and participates in a variety of human resources activities including recruitment, employment, training, classification, scheduling, and ensuring the completion of forms and documents related to HR and Payroll for unit/department.
Reviews and approves timesheets and prepares employee evaluations and other HR reports.
Assists in the planning and execution of an extensive schedule of complex events.
Provides assistance on events and student activities as needed.
Interacts with sponsors and partners on co-sponsored or co-branded events.
With Executive Director and Assistant Director for Communications and Events, develops strategies for outreach to all constituents. Assists in the design and drafting of organizational website content; newsletters and correspondence to Center constituents.
Supervises maintenance of Salesforce database of all contacts, sponsor participation, and event attendance, for tracking and reporting purposes; ensures Center is taking full advantage of Salesforce's capabilities to manage constituency relationships.
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