Assistant Director

Assistant Director of Events (6291U), Haas Core Programs 86648 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 make 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. 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. Our distinctive culture is captured within our four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, and Beyond Yourself. These principles distinguish Berkeley Haas as a unique environment, conducive to teamwork, collaboration, and career growth. The Haas School of Business embraces flexible working arrangements for its employees. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change. Application Review Date The first review date for this job is June 17, 2026. Responsibilities The primary responsibility of this position is to support logistics and execution of Dean's Office and Degree Program events as part of the Haas Events and Space Planning Team. Assists in support of event policy and process communication. Requires a high level of diplomacy and interaction with stakeholders at all levels, including Haas senior leadership, staff, professional and ladder faculty, and undergraduate and graduate students. Plans, organizes and implements small events or portions of larger events such as conferences, program events, commencement, receptions and VIP briefings, including specific event segments such as parking, transportation, catering, etc. Contributes and participates in Dean's Office and Degree Program events planning and collaborating with various stakeholders. Under the direction of the Director of Events, negotiates and secures contracts, permits and certificates of insurance in accordance with campus and the Office of Risk Management policies and procedures. Manages and tracks event budgets. Manages small events. Serves as a liaison to and resource for event constituents and staff in advance of and during events. Provides guidance for event planning. Monitors and responds to departmental emails. Communicates policies, procedures and processes. May hold responsibility for updating portions of the department website. Participates in and, in some cases, leads staffing plans, creating staff schedules for events and acting as on‑site staff liaison for vendors, colleagues, and speakers. Engages in professional learning and growth opportunities, such as training, workshops, seminars and continuing education pertinent to the position or as suggested by the supervisor. Actively contributes to a team environment that fosters and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Exemplifies Haas' four defining leadership principles: Question the status quo; Confidence without attitude; Students always; Beyond yourself. Maintains knowledge of the Event & Space Management Team business processes to provide backup support. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Working knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and production and public relations. Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn about the campus, its programs, policies, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure. Organizational skills, including effective coordination and organization of multiple details. Excellent calendar management and scheduling abilities for students or volunteers. Strong interpersonal communication skills and political acumen, including effective representation of the campus or university organization to its publics. Sound judgment and effective decision‑making and problem‑resolution skills. Ability to work in diverse groups, including students, staff, faculty, general public, production personnel, technical operators and performing artists. Ability to work professionally under pressure and tight deadlines while ensuring excellent customer service support. Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating a desire to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with colleagues, students and team members. Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience or training. Salary & Benefits This is a 100% full‑time (40 hours a week) non‑exempt career position, paid biweekly at an hourly rate and eligible for UC Benefits. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $30.17 – $41.04. How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter. To apply, visit Other Information This is not a visa opportunity. This recruitment has 2 openings. The Haas School of Business embraces flexible working arrangements for its employees. 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 As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determine you committed any misconduct, were subject to any allegations, or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct. “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. 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