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Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California's future-offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Life and Development, the Coordinator will implement NCAA and Big West student-athlete development programming and initiatives focused on key areas including professional development, career development, self-discovery initiatives, leadership development, life-skills, and wellness education for student athletes based on their unique needs.

In consultation with Athletics Senior Women's Administrator, the incumbent will help develop and implement programming and events including community service, civic engagement, and campus involvement efforts to engage student athletes, promote belonging, and support department efforts.  The person will also serve as a liaison between Athletics and Student Affairs, and other Divisions and departments across campus to collaborate and coordinate services in support of the needs of student-athletes. The coordinator will work closely with the Bickerstaff Athletic Center (BAC) and the Associate Athletics Director (AD) of Student-Athlete Health & Wellness to ensure the messaging and programming is coordinated and supported in the best interest of student-athletes. The incumbent will incorporate assessments of these efforts including the development of student learning outcomes, measures of program effectiveness, and student athlete engagement.

This position provides services that are equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality of campus life. The position uses a student-centered and equity-minded approach in all communication and service efforts.

ACPA's 2024 and 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.

• Student Athlete Development - Be a Champion Program - In collaboration with Bickerstaff Academic Center (BAC) and Athletics, coordinate the "Be a Champion Program (BCP)" for Student Athletes.  All Student Athletes will participate in BCP based on their class standing (first year, second year, third year, and fourth year) to gain targeted education for their development.  Fall semester BCP participation will focus on first and fourth year students, while spring semester BCP participation will focus on second and third year students.
• Design and implement educational leadership programming to enhance the student learning experience and engagement using a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion framework.
• Work proactively with other members of the department to address student life issues and SLD major programs such as, but not limited to, Student Leadership Summit and Celebration of Leadership.

Student Life and Development

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Student Services Professional II

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.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,083 - $6,156 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,083 - $7,228 per month.

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.

The ideal candidate is well versed in counseling techniques and capable of addressing sensitive, complex issues within the student-athlete population, with demonstrated experience working in an athletic department and a university setting supporting student-athletes. They are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while remaining self-directed, energetic, and strongly motivated. The candidate possesses excellent oral and written communication skills and can effectively engage with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community, demonstrating a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and student development. They have a solid understanding of student and student-athlete development theories and the ability to translate these into meaningful leadership development opportunities and co-curricular programming. Additionally, the candidate will actively advance the Department of Athletics and the University's goals related to diversity, gender equity, and Title IX compliance, while fostering a respectful, safe, and inclusive environment for all. They must also maintain knowledge of and compliance with NCAA and Big West Conference rules, ensuring that any concerns or violations are appropriately reported.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.  Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.  Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.

Master's in counseling, student personnel or other related social sciences preferred.

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Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.

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A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Long Beach State Athletics is committed to following NCAA, Big West Conference, Golden Coast Conference, and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation rules and regulations. Therefore, the incumbent is required to maintain a working knowledge of these rules and regulations.

This position serves as a Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act and Executive Order 1107. Incumbent is required to promptly report allegations of Clery qualifying crimes that occur within a campus' Clery geography.

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.