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Community Engagement Coordinator (Student Services Professional III)

Employer: San Diego State University
Location: San Diego

Administrative Jobs: Institutional & Business Affairs, Communications & Marketing, Student Affairs, Student Activities & Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Job no: 498827
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT CSU EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY ACADEMIC PROFESSIONALS OF CALIFORNIA (UNIT 4)Position SummaryUnder general direction, the Community Engagement Coordinator performs complex Student Services professional work characterized by independent student advisement and guidance in individual and group settings. Such advisement involves basic counseling techniques and may concern career, academic, learning, campus life and/or related issues. Incumbents in this classification spend substantial portions of time in advisement sessions of considerable duration and utilize skills usually gained in graduate courses in counseling and guidance, human relations or related fields. This level is further characterized by assignments requiring the application of a high degree of judgment, or persuasiveness, imagination and professional skills and knowledge in a specified program or service area, as well as a general understanding of the interrelationships and the need for coordinated action within the total Student Services program. This level requires considerable administrative planning to develop creative solutions which integrate approaches across organizational lines. At this level, there is also the responsibility for recognizing specific program needs and for developing approaches for possible implementation to meet these needs.This position reports directly to the Associate Director of Residential Education and is responsible for the oversight of the development of educational programming and academic enhancement of the university’s residential education program, specifically for sophomore students.The Community Engagement Coordinator will oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Sophomore Success Program and the Sophomore QUEST program curriculum. The CRE will collaborate with several offices outside of Residential Education, including the Office of Housing Administration, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs, Career Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Promotion, International Student Center, Financial Aid, Division of Academic Engagement and Student Achievement, the Office of Advising and Evaluations, the Weber Honors College, Student Life and Leadership, and others for the marketing, development, and support of these programs.The Community Engagement Coordinator collaborates with the Student Affairs Research and Assessment Office to evaluate Residential Education’s achievement of student learning outcomes and evaluates progress to degree of residential students, to include grade point averages, percent of students on academic probation, number of units attempted, number of units completed, etc. In addition, this position will collaborate with the Faculty in Residence to plan intervention strategies for residential sophomores.The Community Engagement Coordinator, under direction and supervision from the Associate Director, advises residence hall student leadership groups such as the Residence Hall Association (RHA). In addition, this role will assist the Associate Director with the student leader recruitment, selection and training processes, and participate on additional screening committees for departmental positions.The Community Engagement Coordinator will participate as appropriate in various Residential Education programs and will carry out other duties as assigned by the Associate Director and/or Director of Residential Education.For more information regarding SDSU Housing and Residential Education, click here.This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent (probationary) position. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.Education and ExperienceEquivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Women’s Studies, Postsecondary Educational Leadership, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.Preferred Qualifications & Specialized SkillsMaster’s degree in higher Education Administration, Counseling, College Student Personnel, or a related fieldThree to five years of progressively responsible experience in a residential education environmentDiversity training experience working with diverse student populations in a large urban university settingExperience working with and understanding of developmental needs of sophomore/second year studentsExperience utilizing and developing on-line training toolsFreshman transition and identity development teaching experience Compensation and BenefitsStarting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $4,691 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,691 - $6,683 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.Supplemental InformationInitial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on February 2, 2021. To receive full consideration, apply by February 1, 2021.The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Recruiter at 619-594-6390 or rroder@sdsu.edu.

Advertised: Jan 19, 2021 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 02, 2021 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time

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Since it was founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. SDSU's approximately 32,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.

SDSU's annual economic impact to the state of California is $6.5 billion, according to an impact report done by the California State University in 2010.

Of SDSU's 280,000-plus alumni, approximately 60 percent live in San Diego. They comprise more than half the region's engineers, teachers, entrepreneurs and the local workforce for a host of other industries.

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Research: Since 2000, SDSU faculty and staff have attracted more than $1.7 billion in grants and contracts for research and programs ranging from cardiovascular disease to marine biology.

Diversity: SDSU ranks No. 19 in the nation for racial diversity and among the top universities for economic diversity. SDSU was ranked No. 11 in the nation and No. 4 in California for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook for Higher Education

International Study: SDSU offers 350 international education programs in 50 countries. Nearly 12,000 students have studied abroad in the past 12 years.

Community Service: SDSU is a recognized leader in innovative efforts to improve urban K-12 education. The City Heights Educational Collaborative and Compact for Success both positively impact the academic achievement of elementary, middle and high school students in the local area.

Sustainability: Sustainability is an every-day part of the university culture at San Diego State University. Students, faculty and staff all participate in a myriad of ways, from festivals, to research to academic programs. In spring 2014, SDSU opens its first LEED Platinum Certified building — the 206,000 square-foot Aztec Student Union.

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Telephone: 619-594-5200
Location: 5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego
CA
92182
US

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