Erin McDevitt began a full time role in the Chancellor’s Office in December 2022. As Interim Associate Chief of Staff, she directs operations for the Chancellor’s Cabinet and the external advisory group Board of Visitors, oversees administrative staff in the Chancellor’s office, and serves as a liaison between the Chancellor’s office and student, community and advisory groups. Erin has 13 years of experience with UC Berkeley. Her previous roles in Berkeley University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) office included campaign planning, support of the UC Berkeley Foundation, and international fundraising and alumni relations.
Prior to joining Berkeley, Erin held leadership positions at Bay Area nonprofit organizations, including serving as Chief Operating Officer at Community Partners International and as Special Assistant to the President and Assistant Representative of the Indonesia office of The Asia Foundation.
Erin enjoys hiking, skiing, gardening, and ceramics. She has lived in Oakland for over 25 years with her husband, two kids, and dog, Tango.
Erin received her BA in English from Smith College and her MBA from the Haas School of Business at Berkeley.
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Erin McDevitt - Interim Associate Chief of Staff