Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - APIDA Student Resource Center

Sacramento State•Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the APIDA Center Coordinator and with close supervision of the Director. During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the 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 APIDA Center 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. This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APCT will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees.

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

Assist the APIDA Center 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.
Serve as a mentor and advisor to students.
Work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees.