Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee, El Centro Serna

Sacramento State•Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (SSP IA) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of El Centro Serna Coordinator (SSP III) and with close supervision of the Director. During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level. The incumbent assists the Center’s Program Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience. The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee supports the planning and implementation of the Center's outreach, recruitment, and engagement efforts by assisting with coordinating events, developing outreach activities, and assisting with initiatives that increase the Center's visibility and expand student access to programs and services. The incumbent collaborates with campus and community partners to help integrate student support services into Center programming.

Requirements

Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior
Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information
Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing
Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews
Ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally, to write clear and concise reports, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Nice To Haves

Ability to understand and navigate a dynamic campus culture with diverse populations
Competency in cross-cultural communication
Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives
Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice

Responsibilities

Assists the Center’s Program Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience.
Supports the planning and implementation of the Center's outreach, recruitment, and engagement efforts by assisting with coordinating events, developing outreach activities, and assisting with initiatives that increase the Center's visibility and expand student access to programs and services.
Collaborates with campus and community partners to help integrate student support services into Center programming.