Assistant Director of Student Success and Recruitment
Assistant Director of Student Success and Recruitment
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Working Title: Assistant Director of Student Success and Recruitment
Classification Title: Student Services Professional IV (SSP IV)
Posting Details
Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday May 4 2025 @ 11:55pm PST
Hiring Preference
Not Applicable
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Associate Director for Residential Education the Assistant Director of Student Success and Recruitment oversees the development of programming and educational development for the Residence Hall Association (Student Government) and the Theme Community Program. The incumbent is responsible for providing lead work direction for three to four professional Residence Hall Coordinators and three graduate assistants. Additionally the incumbent oversees the recruitment and selection of staff and paraprofessional staff and participates in the oncall rotation in the residence life program. Based on the nature and scope of responsibility this position requires frequent evening and weekend time commitments.
FLSA:Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
Anticipated Hiring Range:Initial appointment not to exceed$6320 per month commensurate with candidates education experience skills and training.
CSU Classification Salary Range:$6320 per month $9014per month
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Salary Grade/Range:1
Recruitment Type:Regular (Probationary)
Time Base:FullTime
Work Hours:Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Position works onsite.
Note: This position participates in the oncall rotation in the residence life program which will require frequent evening and weekend time commitments.
Department Information
Offering various and diverse living and learning experiences the University Housing Services Office is an integral part of the educational mission of Sacramento State. As such the office strives to create a welcoming and stimulating environment that prompts students to participate in cocurricular activities that promote life and leadership skills social responsibility and academic success.
Please visit our website for additional information: Qualifications
The following knowledge and abilities as well as those listed at lower levels in the Student Services Professional series are required for appointment to this classification.
Thorough knowledge of the policies procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge. General knowledge of the policies practices and activities of Student Services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned; general knowledge of the principles problems and methods of public administration including organizational personnel and fiscal management; general knowledge of advanced statistical and research methods.
Ability to carry out very complex assignments without detailed instructions; advise students individually or in groups on varied and complex matters; determine the appropriate course of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals and groups in personal interactions of a sensitive nature; reason logically and analyze and solve organizational and operating problems of one or several program areas; plan coordinate and initiate actions necessary to implement administrative or group decisions or recommendations; analyze and define complex organizational policy or procedural problems collect and evaluate data draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; understand the roles and responsibilities of others and to gauge relationships accordingly by taking into account the variety of the interrelationships motivations and goals of the members of the organization served; and establish and maintain effective cooperative and harmonious working relationships in circumstances which involve the denial of requests or the necessity to persuade others to accept a different point of view.
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the Experience requirements below.
Experience:
Possession of these 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.
A masters degree in Counseling Clinical Psychology Social Work or a jobrelated field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling guidance or a jobrelated field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional personal or career counseling.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a fouryear 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.
RequiredQualifications
Experience:
- Demonstrated experience with program coordination.
- Experience advising students on sensitive and complex issues both individually and in groups.
- Supervisory experience or demonstrated ability in providing lead work direction.
- Experience with strategic planning and project management.
- Experience using Microsoft Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a diverse environment.
- Knowledge of change management principles strategies and techniques required for effectively planning implementing and evaluating change in the organization.
- Ability to understand interpret analyze and apply complex rules regulations and procedures with detailed instructions.
- Ability to understand and carry out complex assignments without detailed instructions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and build strong relationships.
- Knowledge of social justice concepts.
Work Schedule Requirements:
- Ability to participate in the leadership oncall duty rotation responding to crises and carrying an oncall phone.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.
Conditions of Employment:
Ability to pass a background check.
PreferredQualifications
- Masters degree in College Student Personnel Higher Education Counseling Management Public Administration Sociology or a related field from an accredited university.
- Experience working with a residential programming model including lifestyle communities and Faculty in Residence programs.
- Involvement in professional associations and/or organizations such as NACURH (National Association of College and University Residence Halls).
- Experience assessing programs (e.g. theme floors and the Residential Hall Association).
- Experience working with first generation students.
- Experience successfully recruiting supervising and training students in a higher education environment.
- Experience using a student information system such as CMS/SA used in the CSU system.
Documents Needed to Apply 2
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
Applicants will respond to the following two supplemental questions:
- This role involves significant collaboration with Living Learning Community partners and providing strategic direction to Residence Hall Coordinators. Describe your experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. Provide an example of a time when you successfully navigated differing perspectives to achieve a shared goal within a residential education setting. 500 words or less)
- The position oversees the student accountability process and advises the Associate Director on potential performance concerns. Describe your approach to accountability with paraprofessional within a residential setting. How do you balance the need for accountability with fostering student learning and development Provide an example of a challenging situation you navigated in this area.500 words or less)
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the FarmtoFork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region but also from across the state country and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching research scholarship and creative activity; justice diversity equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement and wellness and safety.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety RightToknow Act Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safetyrelated policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three 3 calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing .
Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
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Out of State Employment
Sacramento State University as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1 2022 theCSU OutofState Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSUrelated work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification
Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H1B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.
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