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Program Director, Bridging Differences (7399U) - 51860
University of California, Berkeley
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Posted: 13-Apr-23
Location: Berkeley, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4093252
Program Director, Bridging Differences (7399U) - 51860
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 Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley (GGSC) studies the psychology, sociology, and neuroscience of well-being and teaches skills that foster a thriving, resilient, and compassionate society. Over more than two decades, the GGSC has provided a bridge between scientists and the public, turning research findings into practical resources that support well-being for all. Since its founding, the Center has highlighted the importance of building social connection not only within communities but across groups, offering practical strategies for overcoming bias and prejudice, expanding one's circle of care, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
The GGSC's organizational culture prioritizes independence, rigor, and the well-being of its members. Staff members enjoy autonomy and flexibility while working in a culture that encourages teamwork, connection, and collaboration. The GGSC welcomes a diversity of experiences and perspectives to inform its work and strives to operate internally by the values that drive its public-facing programs: empathy, compassion, joy, forgiveness, appreciation, and cooperation. Recognizing that the science we cover has been shaped by systemic biases and inequities, we aim to address and correct for these prejudices whenever possible--a goal on which we elaborate in our Diversity Statement
Since 2018, the GGSC's Bridging Differences initiative has mixed science and storytelling to help address one of the most urgent issues of our time: political and cultural polarization. Drawing on leading science and best practices from the field, the initiative has highlighted the key research-based principles for fostering positive dialogue, relationships, and understanding across group lines, including lines of race, faith, ethnicity, culture, political ideology, and more. It has disseminated these findings via articles, videos, an online course, a Bridging Differences Playbook, and other multimedia resources. Through strategic partnerships, the initiative is starting to apply its bridge-building resources across sectors, including in government, K-12 education, philanthropy, public service, and higher education.
In response to building interest and demand, the GGSC is now hiring its first Bridging Differences Program Director, who will lead the initiative through its next stage of growth and impact. Working in collaboration with the GGSC's editorial team, the Program Director will create resources that share top insights from the science and practice of bridging differences, and they will develop partnerships that get these resources into the hands of leaders across sectors, turning science into action. Through trainings and facilitated communities of practice, the Program Director will also advance the GGSC's efforts to support leaders and organizations who are applying these resources in their schools, campuses, communities, companies, governments, and beyond. Ultimately, the Bridging Differences Program Director will help hone the research-based skills--and strengthen the ecosystem-- of organizations, leaders, practitioners, and individuals committed to bridging differences and building a broader culture of belonging in the United States at a time of intense social division.
This is a new position. The responsibilities below represent a broad range of opportunities for this role, based on the GGSC's work and learnings to date. However, we expect that the actual duties and priorities will be shaped and narrowed in conversation with the candidate we hire, based on their analysis of these opportunities, their unique strengths, and where they see the GGSC's greatest potential for impact.
This is a full-time (100% time) staff position, providing UC Berkeley's robust benefits package. It will start with a two-year contract, with the goal of extending well beyond that once additional funding is secured. Proximity to the GGSC's office at UC Berkeley is preferred, although remote or hybrid-remote working arrangements are possible.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 04/25/2023
The posting will be open for applications until filled. We welcome applicants after this date.
Responsibilities
Content Development and Distribution
- Track scientific findings (with support from a research assistant) that suggest the impact, benefits, and challenges of bridging differences and that offer concrete strategies for connecting across difference, including differences of race, culture, religion, or politics.
- Oversee the production of new multimedia content including Greater Good articles, videos, Science of Happiness podcast episodes, practical exercises, and other resources reporting on the science and practice of bridging differences, in formats that are inclusive to diverse audiences; the Program Director will occasionally write or co-edit content themselves, working in collaboration with the GGSC's editors and producers.
- Identify effective channels through which to publicize and distribute this content, particularly to get it into the hands of practitioners and leaders serving diverse communities, working in collaboration with the GGSC's marketing director.
Hosting Convenings and Communities of Practice
- Organize communities of practice (usually virtually) for leaders in different sectors who want to strengthen their efforts to bridge differences within their organization or community, drawing on research and best practices; these communities of practice (CoPs) will often be organized in partnership with a sector-specific leader (e.g., a prominent professional association) and will give participants the chance to learn from each other at the same time that they are learning from the science.
- Design the structure and content of these CoPs, working from a model that the GGSC has already established and that can be adapted to the needs of different sectors.
- Facilitate/moderate discussions during the meetings of these CoPs and/or enlist outside facilitators to help lead them.
- Enlist expert researchers or practitioners as guest speakers to present findings from their work to the CoPs.
- Occasionally convene leaders from bridge-building organizations to share updates and lessons learned from their work, identify challenges and best practices, and explore opportunities for collaboration with one another.
Consulting and Training
- Provide guidance and feedback to organizations applying the GGSC's own science- based resources to their bridge-building efforts.
- Represent the GGSC's Bridging Differences program by leading occasional talks and workshops (e.g., at public events/conferences and for organizational partners), summarizing the key scientific principles for bridge-building, particularly when these speaking opportunities target organizational leaders.
- Suggest basic tools and practices to help partners evaluate the success of their bridge-building work, and refer them to other partners for more rigorous evaluation.
Field Building
- Establish and deepen relationships with many organizations and networks dedicated to bridging differences, so that the GGSC can learn from their work and better identify and communicate best practices from this field.
- Build relationships with professional networks and associations in different sectors-- e.g., government, higher education, health care, faith, and philanthropy--to reach more organizations that want to help their stakeholders bridge differences.
- Connect with leading organizations in those sectors to better understand their experience, needs, and interests as they relate to bridging differences.
- Forge connections among organizations working to bridge differences to help them learn from one another, explore opportunities for partnership, and amplify one another's work.
Strategic Planning
- Set and assess the strategic direction of the GGSC's Bridging Differences program, alongside the Executive Director, identifying new opportunities for growth and impact, and changing course as necessary.
- Attend GGSC staff meetings and retreats and participate in discussions about the organization's overall strategic direction.
Required Qualifications
- Significant experience building cultures of belonging that are inclusive and respectful of people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, particularly those that have been historically marginalized.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, particularly for making scientific research understandable to non-academic audiences.
- Excellent project and/or product management skills, such as working with editorial teams or designers.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly for navigating conflict and disagreement, constructively sharing feedback with peers, and nurturing long-term professional partnerships.
- Strong facilitation or moderation skills, particularly in the context of professional learning communities.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and Google Workspace, and running meetings on Zoom.
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing professional learning opportunities for practitioners and leaders across sectors, both in-person and virtually.
- Knowledge of the emerging field of organizations focused on reducing polarization, bridging differences, and promoting pluralism.
- Familiarity with the science of intergroup relations, bias, the psychology of prejudice, and/or related disciplines.
- Experience supporting connections across group lines, such as through interfaith dialogues, contact between people of different races or ethnicities, or cross-partisan political discussions.
- Strong public speaking skills, particularly to lead workshops and trainings.
- Strong research skills, such as for searching academic databases.
- Familiarity with-and affinity for-the Greater Good Science Center's mission and programs.
- Experience shaping the strategic direction of a program or initiative.
- An understanding of the basics of program evaluation.
Salary & Benefits
This is a 2yr, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for full UC benefits with the goal of extending well beyond that once additional funding is secured. This is a monthly paid, exempt position.
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's https://www.google.com/url?q=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html&source=gmail&ust=1674324686328000&usg=AOvVaw2GpIWYW1GodaOMhx7gsK4r' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4093252&targetURL=http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html' style='font-variant-ligatures:normal; text-align:start; white-space:pre-wrap; color:blue; text-decoration:underline' target='_blank'>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 $90,000.00 - $100,000.00.
How to Apply
- To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
- This is not a visa opportunity.
- This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work.
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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