Associate Program Director for AANHPISI Initiatives (Student Services Professional IV)

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Program Director for AANHPISI Initiatives helps shape and lead student success strategies at a federally designated Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANHPISI). This role drives the development, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives that strengthen retention, graduation, research engagement, and belonging for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. The Associate Program Director performs highly complex professional student services work that integrates strategy, data analysis, program development, and cross-campus collaboration. This role bridges student affairs and academic affairs — advancing culturally responsive, research-informed programming aligned with institutional goals.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related.
• Possession of the below required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems.
• Knowledge of AANHPI histories, narratives, and culturally responsive research methodologies.
• Demonstrated successful professional experience in a post-baccalaureate setting, reflecting reliability, accountability, and strong performance.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively and professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when responding to sensitive or emotionally complex situations.
• Experience assessing, designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and policies, including coordinating student-centered and data-informed initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple concurrent responsibilities, and follow projects through to completion, while maintaining punctuality and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of and experience teaching, advising, and/or mentoring students, including those who identify as Asian American or Pacific Islander.
• Demonstrated adaptability and growth mindset, including openness to feedback and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed, and possession of any required licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and sustain cohorted learning experiences.
• Develop and manage data-informed cohort models that improve persistence, graduation, and student belonging, particularly for underserved populations.
• Advance undergraduate research initiatives.
• Lead student research programs that strengthen academic engagement and contribute to SDSU’s Research 1 aspirations.
• Mentor students and collaborate with faculty researchers.
• Drive data strategy and assessment.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts in collaboration with campus assessment partners to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic improvements.
• Build cross-campus partnerships.
• Collaborate with Asian American Studies, academic colleges, Career Services, and other campus units to integrate academic, career, and research pathways.
• Provide leadership and direction.
• Offer general lead direction to Coordinators and student staff.
• Contribute to strategic planning, program development, and grant-related initiatives .
• Represent the initiative.
• Serve as a visible advocate and spokesperson for AANHPISI initiatives in campus collaborations and community partnerships.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off : 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement : CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support : CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings : FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community : Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

What This Job Offers

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