Design Innovation Academic Program Manager

University of California; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is seeking an Academic Program Manager for the Berkeley MDes program. You will oversee recruitment, admissions, and student services, driving program growth with data-informed strategies and policy implementation.

You will collaborate with faculty leadership to design development initiatives and manage high-visibility milestones. You will also lead the admissions process, liaise with the UC Berkeley Graduate Division, and coordinate with the Jacobs Institute to

Qualifications

• Advanced advising concepts and counseling techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Multicultural competencies and ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Lead academic program management for the MDes program, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, and events.
• Develop and implement data-informed recruitment strategies and policy enhancements.
• Coordinate with faculty and leadership to design professional development and milestone events.
• Oversee admissions process, Slate data handling, and committee coordination.
• Supervise staff, recruit and train student employees, and ensure procedures are up to date.

Skills

Advising & counseling

Communication

Multicultural competence

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is seeking an Academic Program Manager for the Berkeley MDes program. You will oversee recruitment, admissions, and student services, driving program growth with data-informed strategies and policy implementation.

You will collaborate with faculty leadership to design development initiatives and manage high-visibility milestones. You will also lead the admissions process, liaise with the UC Berkeley Graduate Division, and coordinate with the Jacobs Institute to