Jewish Student Life Interfaith Programs Coordinator Student Services Professional III - Equity Community Inclusion

Working Title

Jewish Student Life & Interfaith Programs Coordinator

SF StateUniversity

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Department

Division of Equity & Community Inclusion

Appointment Type

This is a oneyear probationary position

Time Base

FullTime 1.0

Work Schedule

Monday Friday; 9:00 am 6:00 pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$5276.00 $5624.00 per month $63312.00 $67488.00 annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Diversity Student Equity & Interfaith Programs and under the overall strategic direction of the Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Equity & Community Inclusion the Jewish Student Life & Interfaith Programs Coordinator provides coordination and oversight for culturally responsive programs and services which promote educational access and success of students at SF State in particular students who identify as Jewish and those interested in Jewish culture and faith. The incumbent plans develops implements and assesses various programs and events that provide unique opportunities for dialogue and engagement in order to build interfaith/intergroup relations on campus and create ties between and among Jewish students and the rest of the campus community. In coordination with campus partners the incumbent provides academic and personal guidance to students builds a network of appropriate relevant resources for student academic success develops and coordinates student programs and seeks to positivelyimpact the overall campus climate for Jewish students on campus.

Specifically the Jewish Student Life & Interfaith Programs Coordinator provides activities and events in a targeted manner which constitute highquality highimpact student experiences with the goal of advancing educational equity and inclusion for Jewish students while recognizing the diverse realities and complexities that comprise the Jewish identity in the Bay Area in the US and in the global context inclusive of culture religion politics and nationality. The incumbent also serves as a first responder to assist and support students who report experiencing antiSemitism as well as make appropriate referrals to relevant resources on campus serve as an advisory in navigating campus processes/procedures and recommend actions for institutional/systemic change as warranted based on patterns in student reporting.

The incumbent will also develop implement and evaluate best practices and programming for serving and supporting SF State students through a lens of inclusive interfaith intercultural student services and student development theory and practice. These efforts will be achieved through careful coordination and strategic partnerships with the broader Student Affairs & Enrollment Management cabinet area the Interfaith Programs unit relevant communitybased organizations and various spiritual/religious student organizations.

Finally the incumbent will also serve as an advisor for students who file complaints of discrimination harassment and/or retaliation under CSU Executive Order 1097; and in this role they will work closely with colleagues in Equity Programs & Compliance to ensure that they are familiar with all applicable policies and procedures.

Position Information

Program Development

• In collaboration with the team of the Interfaith Programs unit will plan develop and implement interfaith programs activities and services to engage and enhance the spiritual life of students staff faculty on campus.
• Improve outcomes related to the Jewish student success belonging and mattering from orientation to graduation.
• Develop partnerships with local and regional interfaith leaders and organizations within various religious/faith/spiritual life communities to positively impact Jewish student life on campus.
• Collaborate on projects from development through implementation and assessment including data collection evaluation and reporting on programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate interfaith dialogue service and learning opportunities.
• Implement measures to track student wellbeing and academic progress for the purpose of evaluating the success of program interventions.
• Monitor verify and oversee budget for programs and services.
• Prepare and submit budget recommendations for program development.
• Participate in the evaluation of institutional practices and programs as they affect students and overall campus climate.
• Plan and conduct relevant research in areas related to student success student attrition campus climate and innovative programming.

Coordinate Student Support & Community Advocacy

• Assist the Director of Office of Diversity Student Equity and Interfaith Programs Division of Equity and Community Inclusion SAEM student organizations and the greater campus community to meet the needs of students with a specific focus on Jewish students and their intersecting identities.
• Provide students with guidance advising and referrals for targeted support services for their continued success and graduation.
• Consult on behalf of students with faculty and staff as appropriate.
• Collaborate with campus partners including the Colleges Academic Departments faculty student service units and student organizations on retention/student success initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a strong communication network with students and communitybased organizations.
• Collaborate with local and regional interfaith organizations and spiritual leaders to support student success.
• Collaborate with campus partners to address wellness and basic need.
• Collaborate with campus partners to enhance campus climate for Jewish students.
• Ensure networked communication with Office of Diversity Student Equity and Interfaith Programs AA&PI Services Black Unity Center and other Center/Services within the Division of Equity & Community Inclusion.
• Partner with religious communities to align partnerships with the University mission of inclusion and diversity by affirming openness and acceptance of all.
• Provide support and referrals to students faculty and staff as needed.

Training & Education

• Coordinate and facilitate conflict mediation trainings and facilitation of difficult dialogues about identity faith spirituality and intersectionality and identity development.
• Oversee train and develop professional skills of student staff regarding best practices for office and program coordination.
• Develop and facilitate workshops and outreach programs for current and prospective students faculty and staff.
• Arrange and/or facilitate personal development workshops on career planning academic advising personal growth time management study skills writing internships etc. in collaboration with campus partners.

Office Coordination

• Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself others and the office environment.
• Manage the administrative functions of the office and supervise student staff.
• Provide oversight of the budget to monitor expenditures for programs and operations.
• Work with the Director of Diversity Student Equity and Interfaith Programs and the units Administrative Analyst to monitor and manage budget for the administrative and programmatic functions of the office.
• Develop and lead assessment efforts of strategic and intervention strategies that support GI 2025 Initiative and the SAEM Strategic Plan.
• Develop and implement communication strategies and systems to ensure visibility of Interfaith Programs unit.
• Develop and maintain resource website/guide for prospective and current students.
• Design develop and produce promotional materials for Interfaith Programs Unit.
• Contribute to creating welcoming inclusive and collaborative relationships within the Division of Equity and Community Student Affairs and Enrollment Management and the SFSU community.

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities: The following knowledge and abilities as well as those listed at the lower levels in the Student Services Professional series are required for appointment into this classification.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior. General knowledge of the principles practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques; general knowledge or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned. Working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned.

Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; advise students individually and in groups on complex studentrelated matters; determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations analyze and define the problem draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Experience: Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required.

A masters degree in counseling Clinical Psychology Social Work or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from a fouryear college or university in a related field including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques interviewing and conflict resolution where such are jobrelated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs Religion Theology Ministry Counseling Education Ethnic Studies Sociology and/or related field.
• Comprehensive current knowledge of legislation resources and educational policies procedures and practices regarding student success including enrollment processes and financial options.
• Experience working directly with students of diverse faiths/spiritual life in the areas of advising program development coordination and student support related services.
• Knowledge of current and historical statewide national and global interfaith and spiritual life initiatives.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication skills: written oral and public speaking.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic cultural spiritual and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Proven ability to foster intragroup community amongst people of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in facilitating interfaith programming working with college students; commitment to religious pluralism and inclusion of/engagement with myriad faith identities and expressions.
• Demonstrated commitment to student development excellent interpersonal and written communication skills budgetary literacy.
• Skills related to working independently and as a member of a team cultivating an inclusive diverse and welcoming environment.
• Experience coordinating events such as conferences workshops and trainings.
• Familiarity with California State University (CSU) policies and procedures.
• Experience with high impact practices that facilitate access success and equity for diverse student population.
• Bilingual/bicultural.

Environmental/Physical/Special

The incumbent is a student advocate for the Equity & Community Inclusion subcabinet area and the SAEM cabinet area. The incumbent must be able to clearly articulate and realize a vision that will provide administrative leadership direction and oversight for programs and services that support Jewish student life at SF State. Some travel to sites offcampus and work on weekends evenings and holidays may be required. Extended periods of the day may be spent in an office working at a desk and on a computer or at meetings. Additionally the incumbent will be facilitating presentations on a fairly regular basis. Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population or students faculty and staff.

PreEmployment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Lifes Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical Dental Vision Pension 401k Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Disability Insurance Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program all geared towards the Universitys commitment to attract motivate and retain our employee.

Additional Information

**To be fully considered for this position please include a cover letter along with your resume**

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