CalFresh Coordinator (4565U), Center for Education Equity and Excellence - 50960 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 Basic Needs Center acts as a virtual and physical hub that provides and connects students to essential services that impact health, belonging, and overall well-being. The Basic Needs Center team is committed to fostering belonging and justice on the UC Berkeley campus through a robust model that includes education, prevention & emergency relief programs in the core areas of basic needs: food security, housing security & financial stability.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: April 7, 2023

Responsibilities

Leads campus CalFresh program and policy efforts by developing and coordinating CalFresh program communications, formulating strategies for scaling enrollment, and guiding the strategic plan. Assists with the recruitment, hiring, training, and advisement of student employees, interns, and volunteers for the CalFresh program. Assists with the development of the service-learning curriculum for student staff, interns, and volunteers. Provides assistance with student staff supervision in collaboration with the student staff leads. Oversees CalFresh outreach and application programming including scheduling, staffing, and logistics. Develops and maintains data tracking and collection for 1) the CHC CalFresh Contract, 2) to assess and understand current barriers in CalFresh and other social services access and enrollment, including developing and administering new systems, policies, processes, and programs, and 3) to inform advocacy efforts. Provides in-depth, complex analyses as a specialist in the CalFresh program. Case management and support for case escalation for more complex social services cases. Develops proposals and recommendations to guide and support a broader strategic direction for the UC Berkeley student community utilization of local social services, including but not limited to CalWORKS, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh.

Required Qualifications

Advanced abilities in project management, problem identification, and reasoning skills. Advanced ability to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with a diverse group of individuals and stakeholders. Advanced skills in judgment and decision-making, problem-solving, identifying measures of system performance, and the actions to improve performance. Advanced ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Ability to interpret, organize and present information, ideas, and recommendations in a variety of written and verbal formats. Ability to research, interpret and take action based on an understanding of complex policies and procedures. Ability to provide direction and oversight to student staff. Advanced public speaking skills and ability to present information to diverse groups of individuals and stakeholders. Knowledge of Social Services specialization.

Education/Training:

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

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Training:

Master's degree and/or equivalent experience/training preferred.

Salary & Benefits

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=4036378&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 $67,000.00 - $80,000.00.

This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits. This position is exempt and paid monthly. This is a hybrid position, eligible for 20% remote capability.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

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.

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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