Senior Director of Administration (4702C) #83307

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. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). 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 full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 280 staff members and coaches, and sponsors 30 varsity sport programs that support more than 850 student-athletes annually within the NCAA.

The First Review Date for this job is: January 2, 2026

• Leads medium complex strategic initiatives on behalf of the Co-Athletic Directors, including revenue and expense benchmarking, football TV viewership tracking and analysis, and department-wide data assessments.

• Develops and synthesizes data into accessible reports, dashboards, and graphics for executive-level review. Manages cross-campus collaborations, including feasibility analyses for academic program development benefiting student-athlete retention.
• Streamlines operational processes such as charter- flight approval workflows in partnership with Compliance, campus buyers, Legal Affairs, and the Chancellor's Office.
• Drafts weekly executive updates from the Co-Athletic Directors to the Chancellor, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with campus priorities.
• Supports senior staff with strategic planning, communication, and execution of critical department-wide initiatives.

• Serve as Athletics liaison to the Chancellor's Office and Student Union regarding the transition, coordination and management of seven spirit groups from Athletics oversight to Student Union management.

• Coordinates closely with Marketing and Game Presentation to plan and implement on-field performances and fan-experience activations.
• Works with senior staff and sport administrators on meeting preparation, scheduling, agenda development, materials creation, and post-meeting summaries. Assists with senior staff hiring processes, including candidate itineraries, travel coordination, panel organization, and campus visit logistics.

• Collaborates with various units, including Compliance, Business Office, Development, Sports Medicine, Sports Information, and Marketing, to support ongoing administrative and operational functions.

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  upports major Athletics events such as Student-Athlete Graduation, NCAA Championships, Welcome Back events, and parent/family engagement programming.

• Leads Department-wide events like National Championship week, All-Staff meetings, and other celebratory events (like new hire press conferences).
• Support new hires in their department orientation to ensure they have a solid first impression of the new employer. Leads several of the new hire initiatives, like introductory meetings, campus tours, and integration with staff.
• Conducts the annual Athletics Gender Equity Review and presents findings to the Co-Athletic Directors, Deputy Campus Counsel, and OPHD.
• Supports systemwide, campus, NCAA, and ACC committee tasks and information requests as assigned. Coordinates PRA requests and contract-related workflows with Legal Affairs and internal units.
• Participates in leadership development programs (e.g., WLC, ELP). Supports special assignments, working groups, and departmental initiatives as needed.

• Familiarity with the organization's processes, protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal regulations such as FERPA.
• Thorough knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.
• Solid analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Political acumen and sensitivities to the differing perspectives and political circumstances within all levels of the organization as well as the Office of the President and external constituencies.
• Strong service orientation.
• Advising and counseling skills.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Ability to use high-level discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Solid skills in problem identification.
• Strong knowledge of intercollegiate athletics operations, issues that arise within college sports, higher education structure, data analysis, and organizational processes.
• Advanced skill in synthesizing complex information into executive-ready reports and presentations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interacting professionally with senior campus leaders, coaches, students, and external partners.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive or high-profile matters.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse units and build effective working relationships.
• Ability to project manage events, projects and efforts in conjunction with a variety of interested stakeholders
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools, data visualization, and common office software.
• Must maintain current knowledge of NCAA, ACC, and institutional rules and regulations and avoid any violations.

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 $78,930 - $126,961.76

• 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.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

This job is part of the Employee Referral Program. If a UC Berkeley employee is referring you, please ensure you select the Referral Source of "UCB Employee". Then enter the Employee's Name and Berkeley E-mail address in the Specific Referral Source field. Please enter only one name and email.

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.

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.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.