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Development Coordinator (4722C), Haas School of Business - 82436

Inside Higher Ed, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709

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Development Coordinator (4722C), Haas School of Business - 82436 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 actively support our full‑time staff with paid professional development and a supportive colleague community.

Departmental Overview As the second oldest business school in the United States, UC Berkeley Haas has been redefining business education since 1898. Situated in the heart of Bay Area innovation and rooted in UC Berkeley’s public mission, we are a place where ambition meets purpose and innovation meets impact. We develop leaders who challenge assumptions and make business better, with a focus on judgment, rigor, ingenuity, conviction, and confidence. Our "One Haas" culture is collaborative and unified, bound by four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, Beyond Yourself.

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

Responsibilities The Development Coordinator is a pivotal support role for the Development team within the Haas DAR unit. They work as part of the Development Initiatives sub‑team that collaborates with frontline fundraisers in Principal, Major, Leadership, and Corporate giving for Haas. Reporting to the Senior Director, Development Initiatives, the position provides comprehensive administrative support and project management for the team.

Arrange and provide staff support for team meetings: scheduling, agendas, note‑taking, and follow‑up activities.

Support team projects and maintain accountability on collaborative DAR projects.

Act as the primary liaison for the team with the Dean’s Office.

Collaborate on calendaring for the Dean, gift officers, and special projects involving the Dean.

Work with the Prospect Research team to ensure data capture by gift officers, including contact reports and donor background information.

Manage mass uploads of donor activity for major gift officers (20+ entries) into CADS, partnering with the Information Strategy and Analytics team and the university’s Prospect Development team.

Develop expertise in CADS and related fundraising reports and tools to assist with timely information requests.

Proactively evaluate new tools and reports and provide guidance to gift officers.

Coordinate team retreats and team‑building activities.

Provide logistical support for major donor visits on campus and occasional off‑campus visits to corporate donor offices.

Draft briefing materials and reports for donor visits involving the Dean or other senior staff.

Arrange domestic and international travel booking for gift officers.

Partner with gift officers to finalize itineraries, briefing books, and collate and ship materials.

Complete travel reimbursements on behalf of gift officers promptly and accurately.

Organize and maintain digital filing systems for transparency and access.

Partner with DAR Operations to maintain an inventory of specialty branded items for donor stewardship.

Assess office procedures, recommend enhancements, and manage implementation.

Assist with in‑office reception duties, such as responding to drop‑in visitors and inquiries.

Provide overflow administrative support to the DAR team as needed.

Professional Learning and Growth

Actively contribute to a team environment that fosters belonging for all.

Complete required training on time and engage in learning opportunities suggested by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

Effective communication skills with partners and customers.

Attention to detail and consistent accuracy.

Experience learning and mastering new technologies.

Experience assessing and improving processes or systems.

Initiative and independence in problem solving, with awareness of when to seek guidance.

Clear oral and written communication skills.

Growth mindset and flexibility to work in a high‑performing, collaborative team.

Prompt, courteous customer service with alumni, donors, prospective students, faculty, and colleagues.

Professional integrity, tact, discretion, and sound judgment, including handling confidential information.

Availability for occasional evenings and weekends (with advanced notice) and compensation for overtime per UC policy.

Excellent interpersonal skills and desire to maintain positive working relationships.

Exemplify Haas’ four Defining Leadership Principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of fundraising and donor relations concepts, principles, and practices.

Experience with Cal Advancement Data System (CADS) or a similar database.

Salary & Benefits The budgeted hourly range is $30.58 (Step 1) – $40.98 (Step 14). This is a non‑exempt hourly‑paid position. For more information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California Compensation & Benefits website.

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:

link . This is not a visa opportunity.

Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley hires people with conviction histories and reviews information in context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to condition employment on 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.

Application Link To apply, visit

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