"Program Coordinator (4722C), UC Berkeley Labor Center - 83849"

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Departmental Overview

The UC Berkeley Labor Center conducts research and education on issues related to labor and employment. The Labor Center's curricula and leadership training serve to educate a diverse new generation of labor leaders. The Labor Center carries out policy relevant research on topics such as job quality and workforce development, and works with unions, policymakers, and other stakeholders to develop innovative policy perspectives and programs. The Labor Center provides an important source of research and information on unions and the changing workforce for students, scholars, policymakers, and the public. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact, high-visibility organization and to work with a nationally-recognized team of researchers, policy analysts, and educators.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator will support the Labor Center's Labor Summer Program and other programs that engage worker organizations.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 02/11/2026.

Responsibilities

Labor-Management Partnerships Programs & Events - Outreach

• Under general supervision (and in conjunction with CLRE's Communications Coordinator and others), develops database to be used in program/event outreach; outreach materials.
• Reviews and ensures compliance of materials for online posting and uploads material online.
• Contributes to the strategy for event outreach with direction and guidance from Program Directors/Leads.
• Supports program communication needs.
• Tracks participation and reporting.

Labor-Management Partnerships Programs & Events - Logistical Work

• Supports Lead overseeing the program to develop project plans and to ensure the proper timelines and budgets are adhered to per the project plan.
• Works with program presenters to ensure their materials are reproduced for participants and the presenters' equipment needs are satisfied.
• Provides logistical support to external and internal presenters, facilitators, and stakeholders.
• Ensures the program in-person and virtual presentations are fully supported the day of the program.
• Reviews and revises event materials to ensure they meet accessibility standards.
• Ensures event materials are posted on time on program website portals.

Labor-Management Partnerships Program Evaluation and Reporting

• Under the direction of the Program Directors(s)/Lead(s), develops program participants' evaluation forms, and program tracking and reporting processes.
• Works with labor specialists overseeing the program to evaluate.
• Supports wrap up and evaluation of the program at its conclusion and other miscellaneous tasks.
• Documents changes for the next program based on evaluations.
• Supports documentation, development, and delivery of program and grant reports.

Labor-Management Partnerships Programs & Events - Administrative Support

• Designs and documents administrative processes for the successful execution of programs, grants, events and initiatives.
• Supports the development and tracking of grant and budget materials.
• Identifies areas for improvement, proposes solutions and supports implementation.
• Coordinates events and ensures basic program logistics (e.g. site management; food; materials) are taken care of.
• Collaborates with other program assistants to provide administrative support to the Labor Center programs.

Other administrative duties as assigned including:

• Recruiting, training, and supervising work-study students to complete some of the above tasks, coordinating and documenting general program meetings.
• Coordination across program teams.
• Support for travel, purchasing, and expense processing.

Required Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Microsoft office suite including Excel and Word and software.
• Solid knowledge of and comfort with online training tools such as Zoom and Teams, including breakout rooms, large meeting and webinar formats.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and external constituencies, both verbal and in writing.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to work within demanding timeframes/time management skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and attention to high levels of detail and accuracy.
• Ability to design (in close supervision with Labor Center leadership) a new project.
• Ability to manage a project including assessing when to make adjustments as the project is underway.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Demonstrated experience in event planning and coordination.
• Ability to provide audio visual support and troubleshoot moderate technical issues related to event production, staging, etc.), including Zoom.
• Ability to follow directions and work with little supervision in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent customer service orientation, initiative, and follow-up.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to listen and incorporate feedback from Labor Center program/project Leads.
• At least 5 years in a similar support position to executive level staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Facility with tools and processes to ensure accessibility of published material.
• Interest in labor issues and workforce development, program development, and social and economic justice.
• Working knowledge of and/or can quickly learn common campus-specific application programs.
• Understanding of the work and activities of labor research and education organizations such as the Labor Center, and of the organized labor and community constituencies served by the Labor Center.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $40.09 (Step 13) - $42.86 (Step 16)

• This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.