Black Scholars Matter Advising Assistant

CSU Careers•Northridge, CA

12d•$2,801 - $3,964•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Program Director, the BSM Advising Assistant advises student scholars individually or in groups, offering academic and career guidance. The role also contributes significantly to program marketing and brand visibility through creative campaigns, and maintains active communication with BSM Empowerment Squad members.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, communication, public or business administration, creative or a job-related fields.
Equivalent to one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level.
A Master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for the required experience.
Knowledge, appreciation and understanding of African/Black/African American Culture.
Understand best practices for advisement and student mentoring.
Knowledge of higher education trends.
Understand digital marketing and brand messaging.
Ability to assist with marketing and PR campaigns.
Knowledge of social media and social media management
Understands event planning, event production and event management.
Knowledge of best practices in photography and videography and first-class written and spoken communication.
Understand and have familiarity with print, typography, and layout skills.

Responsibilities

Advises students individually and/or groups regarding appropriate class selection, academic policies, procedures and campus resources.
Assists students throughout the year with academic and college life skill-building, providing support, advisement and mentoring that embodies a holistic approach.
Assists in the exploration of academic programs in the creative fields.
Supports Scholars in their pursuit of BSM community engagement/service learning and experiential activities in the Arts and Culture Community Engagement trajectory.
Facilitates purposeful and relevant educational workshops, programs and activities for Scholars.
Performs other duties as assigned.