Spokane Colleges
Spokane, WA, USA
Assistant Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Spokane Colleges
Location: Spokane Falls Main Campus Spokane
Department: SFCC Humanities & Social Sciences
Salary Range: $100,707 - $113,645
Starting salary for this position is: $100,707 (Annually)
The salary range represents the earning potential for this position, through training, evaluations and years spent working in this position with Spokane Colleges. About Us
Spokane Falls Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 6,000 students with liberal arts/transfer and professional technical programs across a 12,302 square mile region in Eastern Washington.
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 05/13/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date. About the Assistant Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Assistant Dean provides operational leadership and day‑to‑day oversight for a large and diverse academic division that includes: Anthropology, Communication Studies, Digital Filmmaking, Digital Media, Drama, English, Film Studies, Fine Arts, Geography, Graphic Design, History, Interior Design, Journalism, Modern Languages, Music & Recording Arts, Philosophy, Photography, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
Working in close partnership with the Dean, this position supports instructional continuity, supports faculty and staff success, and helps remove barriers that impact student learning, enrollment, and completion through effective coordination and supervision in alignment with Spokane Falls Community College's mission "to provide all students an excellent education that transforms their lives and expands their opportunities."
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Leadership
• Serve as the primary liaison on daily operational matters for full‑time faculty, adjunct faculty, and staff to ensure smooth instructional and administrative processes. * • Attend division and institutional meetings to provide operational insight and support implementation. * • Manage division schedule development in collaboration with the Dean. Monitor class schedules, room assignments, and instructional coverage. Recommend adjustments to the Dean regarding section offerings, modalities, and staffing in response to enrollment and operational needs. * • Track operational metrics such as enrollment trends, fill rates, and student engagement data, and provide regular updates to the Dean. * • Ensure accurate and timely operational data collection for planning, accreditation, and reporting. * • Maintain accurate records related to staffing, scheduling, and division communications. * • Coordinate space usage across lecture, lab, studio, and performance environments. * • Oversee logistics for venue rentals, performances, gallery showings, and other external engagements. *
Faculty Supervision
• Directly supervise adjunct faculty, including onboarding, scheduling, orientation, professional development, and performance evaluation. * • Ensure faculty assignments, evaluations, and workloads align with applicable collective bargaining agreements and college policy. * • Serve as the first point of contact for faculty questions or concerns related to operational matters. * • Provide consistent communication and support to ensure instructional quality and alignment. *
Staff Supervision
• Supervise designated division staff, including workload management, performance oversight, and professional growth support. * • Ensure staff resources are used effectively to support instructional delivery and student services. * • Maintain clear expectations and a respectful, inclusive work environment. *
Implementation of Strategic Initiatives
• Translate assigned strategic goals into actionable operational plans. * • Coordinate implementation of initiatives across programs and disciplines. * • Track progress, meet deadlines, and report outcomes to the Dean. * • Support program updates and instructional improvements as directed. *
Academic and Student Support
• Respond to and resolve routine student concerns within the scope defined by the collective bargaining agreement and college policy, including certain grade, instructional, or procedural questions. * • Collaborate with student services to ensure timely, equitable, and policy‑compliant support for students. *
Budget Support
• Maintain working knowledge of the division's budget to support effective operational planning and decision‑making. * • Implement budgetary decisions and priorities established by the Dean. * • Approve routine operational purchases within established parameters and institutional procedures. * • Assist in identifying and communicating resource needs related to instruction, facilities, and scheduling. *
Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure adherence to college and district policies, accreditation standards, and required reporting obligations. * • Coordinate program-level documentation and timelines related to curriculum processes, grade submission, and student learning outcome assessment. * • Support assessment, program review, and documentation processes as assigned. *
Professional Development and Collaboration
• Support professional development for faculty and staff through mentoring, training, and feedback. * • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive divisional culture. * • Participate in planning efforts, committees, and cross‑divisional initiatives as assigned by the Dean. * • Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. * • Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. * • Support and advance Spokane Colleges' strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned. *
* Indicates this is an essential duty.
COMPETENCIES
• Manages Complexity • Drives Results • Resourcefulness • Communicates Effectively • Collaborates • Instills Trust
Learn more about https://ccs.spokane.edu/Working-for-Us/Competencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master's degree in an Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences discipline or a closely related field. • Teaching experience at the post‑secondary level. • At least one year of experience leading or coordinating faculty or staff and managing operational responsibilities such as scheduling, budgeting or resource allocation, and academic operations. • Demonstrated ability to analyze data related to enrollment, scheduling, and instructional effectiveness. • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) in a relevant discipline. • Administrative experience in community college education. • Experience with innovative instructional practices, including:
• eLearning and Open Educational Resources • Guided Pathways and program review • Accelerated learning and learning communities • BAS program development
• Proven project management expertise. • Experience collaborating across divisions and institutions. • Experience working effectively in a unionized or collectively bargained higher education environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise. • Work is sedentary. • Occasional to frequent change in position from sitting, standing, and walking. • Work directly with students, faculty and staff.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• 12-month position. • Position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). • Criminal background check is required.
Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law. Benefits Information
This is a contracted, exempt management position. Medical, dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan. Vacation leave accrues at the rate of 14.67 hours per month (22 days per year) and sick leave accrues at the rate of 8 hours per month, effective upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.)
https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/public-employees
https://ccs.spokane.edu/Working-for-Us/CCS-Employee-Benefits Required Application Materials
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
• Resume.
• References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at mailto:CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu.
Equal Opportunity Institution
Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to: Frederick Davis, MA Chief Human Resources Officer Spokane Colleges P.O. Box 6000, MS1004 Spokane, WA. 99217-6000 509-434-5040 / mailto:ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7117174
Full Time
Assistant Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Spokane Colleges
Location: Spokane Falls Main Campus Spokane
Department: SFCC Humanities & Social Sciences
Salary Range: $100,707 - $113,645
Starting salary for this position is: $100,707 (Annually)
The salary range represents the earning potential for this position, through training, evaluations and years spent working in this position with Spokane Colleges. About Us
Spokane Falls Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 6,000 students with liberal arts/transfer and professional technical programs across a 12,302 square mile region in Eastern Washington.
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 05/13/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date. About the Assistant Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Assistant Dean provides operational leadership and day‑to‑day oversight for a large and diverse academic division that includes: Anthropology, Communication Studies, Digital Filmmaking, Digital Media, Drama, English, Film Studies, Fine Arts, Geography, Graphic Design, History, Interior Design, Journalism, Modern Languages, Music & Recording Arts, Philosophy, Photography, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
Working in close partnership with the Dean, this position supports instructional continuity, supports faculty and staff success, and helps remove barriers that impact student learning, enrollment, and completion through effective coordination and supervision in alignment with Spokane Falls Community College's mission "to provide all students an excellent education that transforms their lives and expands their opportunities."
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Leadership
• Serve as the primary liaison on daily operational matters for full‑time faculty, adjunct faculty, and staff to ensure smooth instructional and administrative processes. * • Attend division and institutional meetings to provide operational insight and support implementation. * • Manage division schedule development in collaboration with the Dean. Monitor class schedules, room assignments, and instructional coverage. Recommend adjustments to the Dean regarding section offerings, modalities, and staffing in response to enrollment and operational needs. * • Track operational metrics such as enrollment trends, fill rates, and student engagement data, and provide regular updates to the Dean. * • Ensure accurate and timely operational data collection for planning, accreditation, and reporting. * • Maintain accurate records related to staffing, scheduling, and division communications. * • Coordinate space usage across lecture, lab, studio, and performance environments. * • Oversee logistics for venue rentals, performances, gallery showings, and other external engagements. *
Faculty Supervision
• Directly supervise adjunct faculty, including onboarding, scheduling, orientation, professional development, and performance evaluation. * • Ensure faculty assignments, evaluations, and workloads align with applicable collective bargaining agreements and college policy. * • Serve as the first point of contact for faculty questions or concerns related to operational matters. * • Provide consistent communication and support to ensure instructional quality and alignment. *
Staff Supervision
• Supervise designated division staff, including workload management, performance oversight, and professional growth support. * • Ensure staff resources are used effectively to support instructional delivery and student services. * • Maintain clear expectations and a respectful, inclusive work environment. *
Implementation of Strategic Initiatives
• Translate assigned strategic goals into actionable operational plans. * • Coordinate implementation of initiatives across programs and disciplines. * • Track progress, meet deadlines, and report outcomes to the Dean. * • Support program updates and instructional improvements as directed. *
Academic and Student Support
• Respond to and resolve routine student concerns within the scope defined by the collective bargaining agreement and college policy, including certain grade, instructional, or procedural questions. * • Collaborate with student services to ensure timely, equitable, and policy‑compliant support for students. *
Budget Support
• Maintain working knowledge of the division's budget to support effective operational planning and decision‑making. * • Implement budgetary decisions and priorities established by the Dean. * • Approve routine operational purchases within established parameters and institutional procedures. * • Assist in identifying and communicating resource needs related to instruction, facilities, and scheduling. *
Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure adherence to college and district policies, accreditation standards, and required reporting obligations. * • Coordinate program-level documentation and timelines related to curriculum processes, grade submission, and student learning outcome assessment. * • Support assessment, program review, and documentation processes as assigned. *
Professional Development and Collaboration
• Support professional development for faculty and staff through mentoring, training, and feedback. * • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive divisional culture. * • Participate in planning efforts, committees, and cross‑divisional initiatives as assigned by the Dean. * • Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. * • Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. * • Support and advance Spokane Colleges' strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned. *
* Indicates this is an essential duty.
COMPETENCIES
• Manages Complexity • Drives Results • Resourcefulness • Communicates Effectively • Collaborates • Instills Trust
Learn more about https://ccs.spokane.edu/Working-for-Us/Competencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master's degree in an Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences discipline or a closely related field. • Teaching experience at the post‑secondary level. • At least one year of experience leading or coordinating faculty or staff and managing operational responsibilities such as scheduling, budgeting or resource allocation, and academic operations. • Demonstrated ability to analyze data related to enrollment, scheduling, and instructional effectiveness. • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) in a relevant discipline. • Administrative experience in community college education. • Experience with innovative instructional practices, including:
• eLearning and Open Educational Resources • Guided Pathways and program review • Accelerated learning and learning communities • BAS program development
• Proven project management expertise. • Experience collaborating across divisions and institutions. • Experience working effectively in a unionized or collectively bargained higher education environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise. • Work is sedentary. • Occasional to frequent change in position from sitting, standing, and walking. • Work directly with students, faculty and staff.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• 12-month position. • Position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). • Criminal background check is required.
Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law. Benefits Information
This is a contracted, exempt management position. Medical, dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan. Vacation leave accrues at the rate of 14.67 hours per month (22 days per year) and sick leave accrues at the rate of 8 hours per month, effective upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.)
https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/public-employees
https://ccs.spokane.edu/Working-for-Us/CCS-Employee-Benefits Required Application Materials
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
• Resume.
• References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at mailto:CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu.
Equal Opportunity Institution
Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to: Frederick Davis, MA Chief Human Resources Officer Spokane Colleges P.O. Box 6000, MS1004 Spokane, WA. 99217-6000 509-434-5040 / mailto:ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7117174
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
FL, FL
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent, and two years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position. This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests: Email Etiquette ,Attention to Detail and Multitasking assessments with a minimum score of moderate knowledge. The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida. The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing. Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible, moderately complex office work involving the performance of a variety of clerical, secretarial and general office tasks and functions. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to independently perform tasks and functions which require the application of some independent judgement. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Prepares departmental paperwork such as correspondence, reports, forms, agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Answers telephones and responds with specific information to complaints, inquiries and requests from departmental and County staff and the general public. Organizes and maintains office/departmental accounts, records and statistical data. Receives, posts and distributes incoming office/departmental mail. Schedules appointments for superior; arranges travel schedule and travel reservations. Establishes and maintains filing systems; classifies and codes material for filing; locates and retrieves files and materials. Prepares office/departmental materials for storage. Serves as office/departmental receptionist as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures. Considerable knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, spelling and punctuation in order to prepare and edit typed material. Knowledge of established departmental standard operating procedures. Knowledge of word processing systems and keyboards. Knowledge of effective telephone etiquette. Knowledge of office filing and tracking systems. Skill in dealing with applicants, employees, and the general public. Ability to effectively plan and organize work. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to write and organize correspondence. Ability to proofread typed materials and make appropriate corrections. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to establish and maintain filing systems. Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to write and organize reports and memoranda. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information FLSA: Non-Exempt An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent, and two years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position. This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests: Email Etiquette ,Attention to Detail and Multitasking assessments with a minimum score of moderate knowledge. The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida. The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing. Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible, moderately complex office work involving the performance of a variety of clerical, secretarial and general office tasks and functions. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to independently perform tasks and functions which require the application of some independent judgement. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Prepares departmental paperwork such as correspondence, reports, forms, agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Answers telephones and responds with specific information to complaints, inquiries and requests from departmental and County staff and the general public. Organizes and maintains office/departmental accounts, records and statistical data. Receives, posts and distributes incoming office/departmental mail. Schedules appointments for superior; arranges travel schedule and travel reservations. Establishes and maintains filing systems; classifies and codes material for filing; locates and retrieves files and materials. Prepares office/departmental materials for storage. Serves as office/departmental receptionist as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures. Considerable knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, spelling and punctuation in order to prepare and edit typed material. Knowledge of established departmental standard operating procedures. Knowledge of word processing systems and keyboards. Knowledge of effective telephone etiquette. Knowledge of office filing and tracking systems. Skill in dealing with applicants, employees, and the general public. Ability to effectively plan and organize work. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to write and organize correspondence. Ability to proofread typed materials and make appropriate corrections. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to establish and maintain filing systems. Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to write and organize reports and memoranda. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information FLSA: Non-Exempt An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA, USA
Research Assistant/Associate (Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist) - California Policy Lab
Position overview Position title: Research Assistant/Associate Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t24-b.pdf A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $65,000-$95,000.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: June 2026
Position duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance
Application Window Open date: April 22, 2026
Next review date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Department Overview The California Policy Lab (CPL) generates research insights for government impact. Through hands-on partnerships with government agencies, CPL performs rigorous research across issue silos and builds the data infrastructure necessary to improve programs and policies that millions of Californians rely on every day. We work on California's most urgent issues, including homelessness, poverty, criminal justice reform, and education inequality. CPL-Berkeley is a center within the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE).
Position Description The Research Assistant/Associate is a critical member of CPL research teams working on policy issues such as criminal justice, education, employment, health, and the social safety net. The Research Assistant/Associate will apply a variety of data analysis and statistical modeling approaches to large datasets in real-world settings. They will collect and clean and prepare data for analysis, collaborate in research design and model development, and implement studies via advanced data analysis, all while working on multiple research projects concurrently. Specifically, the Research Assistant/Associate will be responsible for preparing and analyzing large datasets, primarily from government sources; applying knowledge of multiple statistical software packages and statistical analysis methods; helping to design and implement rigorous research designs, including randomized control trials (RCTs) and quasi-experimental studies; preparing graphs, tables, and other displays of research results; preparing reports and presentations; and developing other policy-relevant deliverables, including academic publications. The Research Assistant/Associate will contribute to a growing practice of advanced analytical solutions to provide data-driven research and technical assistance to governmental partners. We seek applicants who are confident bridging the gap between academic researchers and government policymakers, and who want to carry out joint research agendas with CPL partners The position works directly with leading social policy researchers at UC Berkeley and UCLA, state and local government agency staff, as well as the leadership team at CPL.
Responsibilities include:
• Analyzes sensitive individual-level administrative data; prepares and summarizes information; recommends and implements statistical approaches. • Cleans, links, and prepares data sets, primarily from government sources, for analysis, using STATA or another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). • Communicates with government partners about data requests and other data issues. • Collaborates on the design, documentation, testing and implementation of research studies, largely using quantitative methods and methods designed to assess causal impact. • Prepares graphs, tables, and other displays of the results of research and analysis. Assists with preparation of manuscripts and presentations, including gathering references, copyediting, and confirming internal consistency. • Researches and summarizes academic and applied research. • Assists the Executive Director and Research Director with administrative aspects of research projects and execution of the Lab's other activities.
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.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Department: https://irle.berkeley.edu/
Unit: https://capolicylab.org/
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) program
Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Junior Specialist
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree).
Assistant Specialist
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least two (2) years of professional experience OR Master's degree or equivalent international degree
Associate Specialist
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least five (5) years of professional experience OR Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience
Preferred qualifications
• Graduate degree in a related field. • STATA programming skills or knowledge of another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). • Demonstrated quantitative skills, knowledge, and experience in data/statistical analysis, including analyzing large governmental datasets. • Proficiency with additional statistical or programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing skills. • Organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to effectively manage time and multi-task, and see assigned parts of projects through to completion deadline. • Ability to work both independently and as a team member. • Experience working with large and complex datasets. • Experience working on randomized controlled trials. • Experience managing projects and client relationships.
Application Requirements
Document requirements • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
Reference requirements
• 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://apptrkr.com/7107286
Help contact: mailto:johanna.lacoe@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/4400.html and University of California Academic Personnel policy (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-210.pdf). These values are embedded in our https://chancellor.berkeley.edu/about/principles-community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.
The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.
For more information, please refer to the https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf and the https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the http://apo.berkeley.edu/ucb-confidentiality-policy prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• “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 or discrimination, as defined by the employer. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination • https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf
Job location 2521 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA; Eligible for 2 days remote work per week
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7107286
Full Time
Research Assistant/Associate (Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist) - California Policy Lab
Position overview Position title: Research Assistant/Associate Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t24-b.pdf A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $65,000-$95,000.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: June 2026
Position duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance
Application Window Open date: April 22, 2026
Next review date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Department Overview The California Policy Lab (CPL) generates research insights for government impact. Through hands-on partnerships with government agencies, CPL performs rigorous research across issue silos and builds the data infrastructure necessary to improve programs and policies that millions of Californians rely on every day. We work on California's most urgent issues, including homelessness, poverty, criminal justice reform, and education inequality. CPL-Berkeley is a center within the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE).
Position Description The Research Assistant/Associate is a critical member of CPL research teams working on policy issues such as criminal justice, education, employment, health, and the social safety net. The Research Assistant/Associate will apply a variety of data analysis and statistical modeling approaches to large datasets in real-world settings. They will collect and clean and prepare data for analysis, collaborate in research design and model development, and implement studies via advanced data analysis, all while working on multiple research projects concurrently. Specifically, the Research Assistant/Associate will be responsible for preparing and analyzing large datasets, primarily from government sources; applying knowledge of multiple statistical software packages and statistical analysis methods; helping to design and implement rigorous research designs, including randomized control trials (RCTs) and quasi-experimental studies; preparing graphs, tables, and other displays of research results; preparing reports and presentations; and developing other policy-relevant deliverables, including academic publications. The Research Assistant/Associate will contribute to a growing practice of advanced analytical solutions to provide data-driven research and technical assistance to governmental partners. We seek applicants who are confident bridging the gap between academic researchers and government policymakers, and who want to carry out joint research agendas with CPL partners The position works directly with leading social policy researchers at UC Berkeley and UCLA, state and local government agency staff, as well as the leadership team at CPL.
Responsibilities include:
• Analyzes sensitive individual-level administrative data; prepares and summarizes information; recommends and implements statistical approaches. • Cleans, links, and prepares data sets, primarily from government sources, for analysis, using STATA or another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). • Communicates with government partners about data requests and other data issues. • Collaborates on the design, documentation, testing and implementation of research studies, largely using quantitative methods and methods designed to assess causal impact. • Prepares graphs, tables, and other displays of the results of research and analysis. Assists with preparation of manuscripts and presentations, including gathering references, copyediting, and confirming internal consistency. • Researches and summarizes academic and applied research. • Assists the Executive Director and Research Director with administrative aspects of research projects and execution of the Lab's other activities.
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.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Department: https://irle.berkeley.edu/
Unit: https://capolicylab.org/
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) program
Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Junior Specialist
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree).
Assistant Specialist
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least two (2) years of professional experience OR Master's degree or equivalent international degree
Associate Specialist
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least five (5) years of professional experience OR Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience
Preferred qualifications
• Graduate degree in a related field. • STATA programming skills or knowledge of another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). • Demonstrated quantitative skills, knowledge, and experience in data/statistical analysis, including analyzing large governmental datasets. • Proficiency with additional statistical or programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing skills. • Organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to effectively manage time and multi-task, and see assigned parts of projects through to completion deadline. • Ability to work both independently and as a team member. • Experience working with large and complex datasets. • Experience working on randomized controlled trials. • Experience managing projects and client relationships.
Application Requirements
Document requirements • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
Reference requirements
• 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://apptrkr.com/7107286
Help contact: mailto:johanna.lacoe@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/4400.html and University of California Academic Personnel policy (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-210.pdf). These values are embedded in our https://chancellor.berkeley.edu/about/principles-community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.
The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.
For more information, please refer to the https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf and the https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the http://apo.berkeley.edu/ucb-confidentiality-policy prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• “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 or discrimination, as defined by the employer. • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH • https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination • https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf
Job location 2521 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA; Eligible for 2 days remote work per week
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7107286