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NAGPRA Program Assistant (7397U), Government & Community Affairs - 44681 About Berkeley

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Departmental Overview

The NAGPRA Repatriation Team reports to the Assistant Chancellor, Government and Community Relations. The Government and Community Relations (GCR) office builds relationships with community leaders, elected officials, government agencies and third-party advocates to further the mission of UC Berkeley in the public sector. The issues of primary focus for the GCR team include student financial aid, admissions, scientific research, tribal relations and other policies at the forefront of higher education and government. GCR also coordinates the University's response to a wide range of political and policy issues, and advises administrators and faculty on strategies to gain constructive dialogue with government, tribal nations and community leaders.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 11/08/2022.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for general inquiries directed to the NAGPRA Repatriation Team.
• Handles all logistics related to consultations, events, team and committee meetings.
  • This includes, but not limited to, scheduling, space and resource bookings, meeting preparation and taking minutes.
• Liaises with key campus partners (Libraries, Museums, Vice Chancellor's Research Office, Government Relations, UCOP, Legal, Marketing and Communications, Finance, Records department etc...).
• Maintain records of all communications with tribes and NAGPRA officials as appropriate, develop and implement an effective records maintenance process for new business and legacy NAGPRA files.
• Prepares correspondence and other written materials requiring some specialized knowledge of the subject matter.
• Edits and proofreads written materials for content consistency.
  • This includes, but not limited to copy editing, mailings to tribes, information packets, reports, grant applications and acquittals.
• Prepares and tracks all procurement requests in BearBuy for the NAGPRA Team, including routine financial reporting, invoicing and payments as well as determining general office equipment and supply needs for the Team.
• Assists with procurement, maintenance, and logistics for NAGPRA equipment and assets.
• Works on sensitive issues, priorities, protocol, et cetera.
  • May include new initiatives and compliance auditing activities.
• Works with department management to update/review/revise the NAGPRA website to better communicate the program and the university's mission, requiring substantive knowledge of organizational goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, active listening, critical thinking, multi-task and time management skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills to provide guidance to members of the NAGPRA Team, campus stakeholders, tribes, faculty, etc.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrated ability to effectively establish priorities and manage shifts in workflow.
• Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns that require discretion and confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to host Zoom and in-person events.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working with tribal governments and/or indigenous communities.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze, research and synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.
• Experience working in an academic, government or similar environment.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid bi-weekly and eligible for full UC Benefits. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience within the range of $56,500.00 - $75,000.00.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment in the Resume section of your application.

Other Information

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 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct



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