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Membership Coordinator (7546U), UC Botanical Garden - 58224 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and 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 staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.

Departmental Overview

The UC Botanical Garden is a unit of the Berkeley Natural History Museums administered by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. The Garden's broad mission is to develop and maintain a diverse collection of plants in support of the University's missions in teaching and worldwide research in plant biology. Additional major roles include conservation of plant diversity and promoting public understanding and appreciation of plants and the natural environment, through many Garden activities, including through a diverse array of public education programs.

The Garden is a living museum with one of the most diverse plant collections in North America. A priceless resource for international research, conservation and public enjoyment, the Garden covers 34 acres nestled in Strawberry Canyon. The Botanical Garden is open to the public, of whom many (>5500) are Garden members.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: September 8, 2023

Responsibilities

Membership:

• Under general supervision, exercises limited discretion and professional judgement in implementing established components for membership relations programs and activities; or plans, administers, and implements a well-defined or established membership program requiring the exercise of limited discretion and judgment.
• Administers all aspects of membership, including receipt and documentation of checks and credit cards, using the constituent date base.
• Responds promptly to telephone, email, and in-person inquiries regarding membership.
• Please and implement membership drives benefits and promotions.
• Keeps Visitor Services apprised of new promotions.
• Prepare and mail renewals and a-reminders on a monthly schedule.

Database Management:

• Responsible for keeping in-house database current and ensuring compatibility with University wide CADS database.

Development & Membership Events:

• Create and manage member events, including exhibit previews, appreciation days and members' only programs.
• Assist in designing recruitment program for members.
• Coordinate retention of members as identified.
• Coordinate on and off camps membership and prospect cultivation events.

Membership Communications:

• Drafts informational and marketing materials for review for assigned programs.
• Support the creation of all membership materials, including web, and campaign.
• Prepare, edits and send invitations, reminders, thank-you notes, e-blasts etc.
• Draft routine correspondence.
• Develops and maintains reports, providing basic analysis of membership program trends, and short- and long-range results.
• Monitors and documents program activities and results.

Advisory Counsel and Major Gifts:

• Support the Director/Head of Development to manage the Garden's Advisory Council, and Major Gifts program - organizing meetings, preparing and distributing materials.

Administrative Support:

• Assist in developing materials for specific fundraising activities and/or promotional efforts as writing, speaking, telephoning, et cetera, as needed.
• Handles special project/assignments involving direct interaction with members and donors.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies.
• Good organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated success in membership development, fundraising, or similar work.
• Proficiency with CRM database management.
• Ability to multi-task and work both with minimal supervision and in collaboration.
• Problem-solver with good judgment, discretion and time- management skills.
• Ability to work at or attend occasional evening or weekend events.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn about the campus, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.

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 salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $39.27 -$41.18. This is equivalent to $81,995.76 - $85,983.84 annually.

• This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Driving Required

A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.



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