Communications & Publications Specialist, The Robbins Collection (7457U), Berkeley Law - #79265
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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. Departmental Overview The mission of the Robbins Collection Research Center is to promote and sponsor comparative research and study in the fields of religious and civil law. The Robbins Collection houses more than 340,000 titles on such topics as civil law, comparative law, jurisprudence, legal history, and religious law encompassing the canon law of the Roman and Greek churches, Jewish law and Islamic law. The Robbins Collection's holdings include more than 300 manuscript books, more than 300 incunables, more than 150 manuscript documents and fragments, electronic resources for historical legal research, and microfilms of the Canon and Roman law manuscripts in the Vatican Library. For more information on the Robbins Collection, see https://www.law.berkeley.edu/library/robbins/. Position Summary With input of Director helps coordinate the printed and/or electronic production of books, catalogs, publications, manuscripts, promotional and other materials. May confer with writer/editors, communications design specialists, web programming specialists, project directors and related staff in the preparation of proposed publications; verifies that format of copy conforms to printing and/or electronic publishing specifications. Under supervision of Assistant Director, manages and updates Robbins website, including exhibits, news items, online research resources for scholars. Consults Assistant Director to ensure efficient storage systems are in place to include desktop publishing and image scanning. Develops and assists with digitization projects, including photographing, editing, storing and ensuring public access when applicable. Under supervision, produces variety of communications materials with text and imagery, including display case and digital exhibits, print and electronic newsletters, brochures, posters, and invitations for upcoming events. Drafts and edits Robbins written communications. Helps prepare video and audio tools for visitors to Collection. Works with other units at Berkeley Law, UC Berkeley, and outside UC Berkeley on publications and communications projects as needed. Helps supervise student employees assigned to work on Robbins publications and communications projects. Involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating the printed and/or electronic production of books, catalogs, publications, manuscripts, promotional and other materials. Confers with writer/editors, communications design specialists, web programming specialists, project directors and related staff in the preparation of proposed publications; verifies that format of copy conforms to printing and/or electronic publishing specifications. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: 07/14/2025. Responsibilities Production:
Electronic Communications:
Visual Communications:
Written Communications:
Engages in professional development and training opportunities as needed. Performs additional duties within the scope of this classification as assigned. Required Qualifications
Education/Training
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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 hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.00 - $31.25.
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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. Misconduct SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: 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 Equal Employment Opportunity 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. |