Assistant Dean of Innovation and Initiatives (0547U), Berkeley Law - #78146

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Assistant Dean of Innovation and Initiatives to oversee the Executive Education program. This pivotal role involves managing operations, developing new initiatives, and fostering partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, program development, and strategic planning. Join a community committed to equity and social justice, where your leadership will help shape the future of legal education and professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a prestigious organization dedicated to excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Time for Professional Development

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of organizational processes and budget management.
• Extensive experience in financial analysis and human resources.
• Proven track record in program development and external partnership building.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative operations of Executive Education programs.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to meet operational goals.
• Foster relationships with external partners to support initiatives.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Human Resources Management

Program Development

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Behavior

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Law Degree (JD or LLM)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Video Conferencing Platforms

Job description

Assistant Dean of Innovation and Initiatives (0547U), Berkeley Law - #78146

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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. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

Departmental Overview

Berkeley Law’s executive education platform connects legal practitioners, investors, executives, and nonprofit leaders to a wide range of professional development training programs.

Berkeley Law Executive Education helps legal practitioners and business professionals, as well as government and nonprofit leaders, meet their professional goals by delivering world-class certificate programs that teach hard and soft skills, elicit insights that lead to more effective problem solving, and expand participant networks. The program draws upon the expertise of UC Berkeley faculty, the law school’s extensive alumni network, and deep relationships with business and legal leaders to provide program participants with access to thought leaders from a wide range of disciplines.

Many of the programs from Berkeley Law Executive Education provide for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) credits (MCLE). Programs offering MCLE credit include monthly webinars, online courses, and in-person bootcamps and workshops.

The Assistant Dean of Innovation and Initiatives is responsible for managing the administrative operations of the Executive Education program, pre-LLM, and similar revenue-generating, non-degree granting programs with the law school. In addition to leading existing programs, the incumbent will perform market research and leverage data to propose new initiatives and bring them to fruition. This role performs short and long-range planning and works closely with other administrative leaders of the law school to ensure goals are on track and met. The position manages and oversees the department's budget and performs financial modeling necessary to project gross and net revenue, as well as to propose high-level recommendations for improvements and/or operational changes of the unit.

The Assistant Dean of Innovation and Initiatives is responsible for managing all people and operations of a team that creates, builds, markets, delivers, and evaluates numerous programs intended to position the law school as a premier resource for continued education, certification, and expertise while also developing potential new revenue streams. This role assumes accountability for decisions made by subordinates; erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals result in additional costs and personnel, and serious delays in overall schedules. They are charged with building effective relationships with external partners and leveraging those relationships to help reach their goals.

Application Review Date

The first review date for this job is: May 21, 2025

Responsibilities

Management of Programs and Initiatives

• Manages and directs the administrative operations of the Executive Education program, pre-LLM, and similar revenue-generating, non-degree granting programs with the law school.
• Manages all people and operations of a team and department that creates, builds, markets, delivers, and evaluates numerous programs to position the law school as a premier resource for continued education, certification, and expertise while also developing potential new revenue streams.
• Provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for all functions of the unit.
• Oversees administrative operations including functions such as unit IT, facilities, student services, budgetary financial management, and human resources.

Strategic and Financial Planning

• Develops and implements short and long-range planning and strategies to meet operational/divisional goals and priorities.
• Collaborates with other administrative leaders of the law school to ensure goals are on track and achieved.

Business Development and Partnerships

• Establishes and fosters effective relationships with external partners, leveraging these relationships to meet department goals.
• Works closely with law firms and other external stakeholders to build and sustain business relationships supporting programs, initiatives, and curriculum.

New Program and Initiative Development

• Performs market research, analyzes data, and leverages industry insights to propose, develop, and implement new initiatives and programs.
• Collaborates with the CAO and other units to assess feasibility, identify challenges, and evaluate financial impacts of potential programs.

People Management

• Manages all personnel and operations of the team responsible for program creation, marketing, delivery, and evaluation.
• Provides leadership, strategic direction, and oversees hiring, evaluation, training, and development of staff.
• Develops metrics for assessing success and holds staff accountable for goals.

Program and Process Evaluation

• Prepares planning documents for operational improvements and policy changes.

Budget Management

• Develops and monitors budgets, performs financial modeling, and oversees fiscal operations.
• Represents the department in financial and operational matters within the university community.

Minimum Requirements

• Broad knowledge of organizational processes, budget, personnel management, and policy compliance.
• Extensive experience in financial analysis, human resources, and organizational behavior.
• Background in online and revenue-generating programs.
• Ability to develop strategic directions and new initiatives.
• Proven track record in program development, policy design, and external partnership building.
• Excellent communication, political acumen, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Experience in management consulting, strategic planning, and program development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and video conferencing platforms.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law degree (JD or LLM).