Assistant Program Coordinator, El Centro Serna (SSP IB)

Sacramento State • Sacramento, CA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Program Coordinator (SSP IB) works under the general supervision of the Program Coordinator of El Centro Serna and the Director. The incumbent assists the Center’s Program Coordinator in delivering integrated support services and programming intended to improve students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and overall student experience. The position serves as a mentor and advisor to students and works with interns and student assistants to support staff in designing and delivering programs for graduate and undergraduate students. These programs promote and raise awareness of student excellence through events and programs, written materials, and representation on campus-wide committees.

El Centro Serna fosters community and belonging for Latine students while welcoming all students to engage with and celebrate Latine culture. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends required. It is a regular probationary, non-exempt position eligible for overtime compensation. The anticipated hiring range is $4,482 per month, with a classification salary range of $4,482 to $6,342 per month.

Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the background check process. Employees must reside in California on their date of hire and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Required application documents are a resume and cover letter.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field; additional specialized experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Typically, one year of professional Student Services experience at the entry trainee level, or equivalent graduate-level job-related education.
• Ability to provide student support services to a diverse student population, including students from high-need populations, particularly Latine communities.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing educational programs, cultural events, outreach initiatives, or student engagement activities in a higher education setting.
• Working knowledge of interviewing techniques and methods.
• 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.
• Written and verbal communication skills, including experience creating newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, presentations, or other communications for students and campus partners.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance student engagement and success.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents.
• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.
• Must reside in California on the date of hire and furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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 Program Coordinator in delivering integrated student support services and programming.
• Support students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and overall student experience.
• Serve as a mentor and advisor to students.
• Work with interns and student assistants to support staff in designing and delivering programs for graduate and undergraduate students.
• Promote and raise awareness of student excellence through events and programs, written materials, and representation on campus-wide committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level