Executive Director, LSBE Program (7399U), Haas Core Programs #86814

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. Departmental Overview UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business offers a unique opportunity to champion new ideas and collaborate across boundaries. The Haas School of Business embraces flexible working arrangements for its employees. Application Review Date First Review Date: June 29, 2026. Responsibilities The Executive Director of the Robinson Life Science, Business and Entrepreneurship (LSBE) Program leads the continued development of this multi‑disciplinary program on the Berkeley campus, reporting to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs at the Haas School of Business with a dotted line to the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration for Biological Sciences. Student recruitment, admissions, and orientation. Academic advising, coaching, career counseling, and an extensive, multi‑year internship program. Extra‑curricular events, including cohort development and company treks. All budget controls and program policies. Employer Engagement and Career Education Develop and execute on a career and secondary education strategy for LSBE students. Build a strategic corporate‑partner network to provide internships, mentoring opportunities, and corporate financial support for 100 students annually. Develop, implement, and prepare reports, analyzing student placement data and supporting long‑range planning. Manage industry and alumni network relationships to promote LSBE. Advise students on career and secondary education exploration. Identify needs for skills‑based workshops around internships and full‑time positions. Collaborate with Berkeley Career Engagement and external vendors for workshops. Develop and maintain alumni relationships to enhance the student experience. Strategic Planning Develop proposals and recommendations for broader strategic direction. Research and summarize best practices. Assess program effectiveness and adjust content, policies, and procedures. Manage strategic and long‑range planning, budgeting, and implementation. Lead research on future LSBE program innovations. Stakeholder Engagement Convene the LSBE external advisory board and other advisory bodies. Maintain engagement to increase student opportunities and secure mentoring and philanthropic support. Collaborate with Haas and Biological Sciences undergraduate programs on best practices and the overall student experience. People Management Oversight of the LSBE Program Team, including seasonal evaluation team. Financial Management Identify and pursue funding opportunities and revenue streams through corporate engagement. Collaborate with development teams for donor proposals and campaigns. Conduct annual planning and budget process, reviewed by the Assistant Deans, LSBE Board, and Faculty Co‑Directors. Oversee LSBE program operating budget. Professional Learning and Growth Engage in training, workshops, seminars, and continuing education pertinent to the position. Contribute to a team environment that fosters belonging within LSBE and at Haas and Biological Sciences. Exemplify Haas' four Defining Leadership Principles: Question the status quo; Confidence without attitude; Students always; Beyond yourself. Other duties as assigned. Complete required training on time and engage in opportunities for learning. Required Qualifications Demonstrated leadership and management experience in undergraduate or similar programs, including policy and university procedure implementation. Experience working with external industry stakeholders. High level of political and personnel management acumen. Social perceptiveness. Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies. Consensus‑building skills and professional commitment to world‑class services for students and faculty. Discretion, confidentiality, objectivity, sensitivity, and professionalism. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Advanced project management skills. Knowledge of organizational processes, protocols, and procedures. Ability to multi‑task with demanding timeframes. Advanced analytics and problem‑solving skills. Advanced knowledge of computer applications. Experience in strategic long‑range planning, budgeting, supervision, reporting, proposal writing, policy interpretation, committee work, event planning, and public presentations. Excellent interpersonal skills; desire to maintain positive, professional relationships. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits This is a 100% full‑time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, paid monthly at an annual rate and eligible for UC Benefits. The faculty receives a comprehensive benefits package as described on the University of California Compensation & Benefits website. California law requires a reasonable estimate of the range. The budgeted annual salary range is $91,500.00 – $150,000.00. How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter. Other Information This is not a visa opportunity. Conviction History Background This position requires fingerprinting and a background check due to job responsibilities. Berkeley reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer must disclose any administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that involve misconduct, including sexual harassment or assault, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants 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