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
The School of Information (I School) advances knowledge and practice everywhere humans interact with digital technologies. Through interdisciplinary research and teaching we are committed to expanding access to information and to improving its usability, reliability, and credibility while preserving security and privacy.
We currently offer three professional master's degrees and an academic doctoral degree.
This position involves a wide range of student services duties and responsibilities for an academic department / school / college or organization. The Assistant Director of Student Affairs provides assistance to the dean / chair, faculty, and students in academic advising, recruitment, admissions, financial aid, visa / immigration matters, the evaluation and awarding of fellowships and block grant funds, student orientation and events, career counseling, and related programs.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: July 10, 2026 - Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
Academic Advising
- Reviews student performance and delivers advice and assistance to students on academic and degree progress, requirements for program completion, and course selection and sequencing.
- Advises faculty and staff on I School, Graduate Division, and University policies, procedures, and requirements for degree/program completion.
- Identifies students with progression problems and recommends interventions.
Program Management
- In collaboration with the Senior Director of Student Affairs, lead in planning school-wide events such as New Student Orientation, Final Project Showcase, Commencement, and other high-profile events.
- Manages fellowship disbursement and processing across all degree programs.
Student Government
- Works closely with student government associations and representatives from the MIMS program (IMSA).
Supervision
- Supervises part-time student services staff, and work-study students as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
- Expert knowledge of relevant University-specific systems.
- Experience working with students in the field of Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or Information Management.
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