Office Manager (4263C) Haas School of Business #86265

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. We are a world‑leading institution known for academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body and commitment to equity and social justice. We value staff 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. Departmental Overview UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business offers a unique opportunity to champion new ideas, collaborate across boundaries, and continually learn in a workplace committed to creating a welcoming environment for all. Its distinctive culture is captured by four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, and Beyond Yourself. Energy Institute at Haas (EI) is a premier center for energy economics and policy, advancing sustainable energy through research, teaching, and policy engagement. EI program staff collaborate closely with faculty to deliver research and outreach. For more information about the Haas School of Business: Application Review Date First Review Date: May 29, 2026 Responsibilities Manages, plans, and administers a wide range of administrative operations at EI, including IT, communications, facilities, and safety. Serves as administrative liaison between the Agricultural and Resource Economics Department (ARE) and EI, coordinating with the College of Natural Resources and ARE on events and scheduling. Provides all administrative and logistics support for event planning, including conferences, research workshops, seminars, and meetings. Researches and analyzes logistical and financial options for all events. Communicates with conference sponsors and assists with fundraising‑related duties. Coordinates with Haas event staff on room reservations, catering, and event audio and video permits. Coordinates and arranges accommodations, parking, and reimbursement for all invited conference attendees, speakers, and visitors. Develops and manages online registration system for EI and C2M events, including troubleshooting with the registration vendor. Manages EI and C2M websites, EI blog, and EI social media accounts (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram) and all other EI electronic communications. Updates EI and C2M websites and administers, troubleshoots, and updates the EI blog site, the Energy & Environmental Economics seminar website, and the BERC website through WordPress. Purchasing and Reimbursements: Prepares requisitions, tracks purchase orders, submits vendor requests, and follows through on all paperwork until the payment process is complete. Ensures proper chart strings are charged and maintains documentation for all accounting needs, including reconciling BluCard purchases for procurement purposes. Travel and entertainment reimbursements: Prepares and processes all entertainment and travel costs. Professional Learning and Growth: Actively contributes to a team environment that fosters belonging for all, within the unit and at Haas. Exemplifies Haas’ four Defining Leadership Principles. Completes required training on time and engages in opportunities for learning pertinent to the position or at the supervisor’s suggestion. Required Qualifications Experience working in an administrative setting. Solid spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, faculty, students, program participants, and outside constituents. Solid organizational skills and ability to multi‑task with demanding timeframes. Strong skills in website management, social media, and WordPress platforms. Experience with budgets and including tracking and forecasting expenses. Working knowledge of common organization‑specific and other computer application programs. Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns. Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality. Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Berkeley Financial System (BFS) and BearBuy procedures and processes, including adherence to institutional policies. Salary & 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. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $38.81 (Step 9) – $51.95 (Step 22). This position is non‑exempt and paid bi‑weekly. This is a 100% full‑time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits. Other Information This position is governed by 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 This role initially requires working on campus. Future flexible work options may be explored once onboarding and a training period are complete. This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. 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. Misconduct Disclosure As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; 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: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California, Berkeley