Assistant Director, Berkley Institute for Civil Discourse and Civic Solutions

Launched in Fall 2025, the mission of the Berkley Institute for Civil Discourse & Civic Solutions at NYU (The “Institute”) is to engage leaders, scholars, and students with divergent views in constructive discourse to address the great civic challenges of our times. Guided by the principle that bringing together people of good will who hold differing beliefs can help the world reach better solutions, the Institute will be a home at NYU for civil dialogue across the ideological spectrum. Through public events, visiting scholar programs, and undergraduate student fellowships, the Institute will engage leaders, scholars, and students with diverse perspectives to address pressing civic challenges and model the values of open inquiry, pluralism, and compromise. The Assistant Director of the Institute will play a central role in the day-to-day operations of the Institute, ensuring its successful launch and long-term impact. Manage the Institute’s functions, including scheduling, budgeting, communications, website and social media presence, and program logistics. Coordinate and execute Institute events—from high-profile public conversations and visiting scholar programs to student fellow activities—while fostering an environment that reflects the Institute’s mission of constructive dialogue across diverse perspectives. Serve as a key liaison to faculty, students, staff, and external partners, supporting the recruitment and engagement of visiting scholars, managing and mentoring student fellows, and helping to cultivate a vibrant intellectual community.

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree

Required Experience:
5+ years Progressively responsible experience in higher education, government/civic life, or related fields.

Preferred Experience:
5+ years Experience working with faculty, students, or visiting scholars in an academic setting is highly desirable.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Demonstrated expertise in program management, event planning, budgeting, and communications (including digital platforms and social media). Strong writing and editing skills, coupled with the ability to communicate across diverse audiences. Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, an interest in government and public affairs, and a deep commitment to the values of open inquiry, pluralism, and dialogue across differences. Collaborative problem-solver with the ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and represent the Institute with professionalism and discretion. Ability to occasionally work during some nights and weekends.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $80,000.00 to USD $100,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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