32.1896, Jobs: English; Language Acquisition: Manager, University of California, Berkeley

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Subject: 32.1896, Jobs: English; Language Acquisition: Manager, University of California, Berkeley

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Date: Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:39:39
From: Orlando Garcia [o_garcia at berkeley.edu]
Subject: English; Language Acquisition: Manager, University of California, Berkeley, USA

 
University or Organization: University of California, Berkeley 
Department: Berkeley Language Center
Job Location: California, USA 
Web Address: http://blc.berkeley.edu
Job Title: Academic Coordinator II - Executive Director
Job Rank: Manager

Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

Position Description:
The Berkeley Language Center (BLC) at the University of California, Berkeley
seeks applications for an Academic Coordinator II in the area of applied
linguistics to serve as the Executive Director.

The BLC provides intellectual, pedagogical, and technological support for the
teaching of languages on the Berkeley campus, in the Bay Area, and beyond. A
complete list of current BLC services, facilities, personnel, and budget
information is available here:
http://blc.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/About_the_BLC.pdf

The ED plays a crucial role by managing the day-to-day operations of the BLC
and coordinating the efforts of BLC staff members. The ED regularly consults
with language instructors to provide pedagogically sound and intellectually
principled advice on teaching and curriculum development, including the
integration of technology in the practice and research of language study. The
ED participates in Excellence Reviews for language lecturers. These activities
require knowledge of language pedagogy, second language acquisition theory,
applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, and keeping abreast of new developments
in instructional technology. The ED participates in campus-wide discussions on
the epistemological, ethical, and social implications of developments in
language teaching and the use of technology in language study. The ED is
expected to develop original approaches and solutions to the highly complex
issues related to the rapid advances in the field of technology-assisted
language learning. The ED reports to a Faculty Director.

Key responsibilities of the ED are:

Program planning, consultation, and management:
The ED provides leadership and vision for a full range of services and
activities offered by the BLC; evaluates the effectiveness of BLC facilities,
equipment, personnel and services and makes changes as needed; analyzes
current teaching practices and advocates for the adoption of new approaches to
language instruction; engages in research on best practices for teaching and
learning languages; works with faculty and graduate students developing
research projects or materials for language courses; participates in language
lecturer excellence reviews; maintains the BLC website; oversees the planning
and implementation of periodic conferences; makes presentations at national
conferences and publishes in professional journals; as a member of the
Executive Committee of L2 Journal, the ED contributes to the development of
journal policy and management; maintains and strengthens relationships with
the ten departments of foreign languages/literatures as well as other campus
entities, including the GSI Teaching and Resource Center, the Media Resources
Center, the Area Studies Council, and Educational Technology Services. -
Administrative oversight. The ED oversees the BLC’s operating budget of
approximately $1M, including short- and long-range budget planning; the ED is
responsible for hiring and supervising 5 professional staff FTE and 2-4
part-time student employees, including regular performance check-ins and
annual performance reviews; the ED manages approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of
classroom and office space, providing state-of-the-art facilities and
equipment for language instruction. 

Revenue generation:
The ED keeps abreast of external funding opportunities and seeks external
funding when appropriate.

Department: http://blc.berkeley.edu
Department:
http://blc.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/About_the_BLC.pdf

Document requirements:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Reference requirements:
- 3 Letters will be required for finalists only

To apply, please visit the application link provided below.



Application Deadline: 26-Jun-2021 
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF02940 
Contact Information:
	Office Manager Orlando Garcia 
	Email: o_garcia at berkeley.edu 
	Phone: 1-510-387-7741 


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