Serna Center Coordinator
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Working Title: Serna Center Coordinator
Classification Title: Student Services Professional III (SSP III)
Position Details
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday May 18 2025 @ 11:55pm PT
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director Serna Center the Serna Center Coordinator (Coordinator) is responsible for the planning development implementation and assessment of programming and services designed to promote foster and enhance selfadvocacy empowerment and leadership among Hispanic/Latine students and students from other underrepresented backgrounds at Sacramento State. Integrated into all programming are efforts that raise awareness of the social political economic historical and cultural realities of Hispanic/Latine populations. The Center establishes a strong foundation that enriches cultural identity and develops a sense of family within the campus through events and activities that promote a sense of belonging.
The Coordinator creates and implements programming and services that align with the mission of Student Affairs; assists in the recruitment development enrichment inclusion retention and student experience of the Sacramento State Hispanic/Latine student population; serves as a liaison to various offices and programs across campus and to external and community partners with regard to Hispanic/Latine and other underrepresented minority (URM) students at Sacramento State; and recruits hires and supervises student office staff and interns. The Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships within Sacramento State and the larger community to create and administer programs and services that support the retention and success of and improves the campus climate for Hispanic/Latine students.
FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation)
Anticipated Hiring Range:$5540 per month (Anticipated hiring range is at or near the minimum of the classification salary range)
CSU Classification Salary Range:$5540 per month $7893 per 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. with occasional weekend and evening hours dependent on department needs
Department Information
The Serna Center is dedicated to cultivating an environment that championsleadership empowerment selfadvocacy and civic engagementamong Hispanic/Latine students and those from other underrepresented backgrounds at Sacramento State. Our mission goes beyond individual growth it encompasses a commitment to fostering awareness of the social political economic historical and cultural realities faced by Hispanic/Latine populations. Through comprehensive programming we establish a robust foundation that enriches cultural identity and nurtures a profound sense offamiliawithin the campus community.
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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.
RequiredQualifications
Experience
- Higher education student services experience related to the assigned program area (e.g. advising admissions student programming or development).
- Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds including students who may be considered to be at promise.
Knowledge Skills Abilities
- Ability to independently prioritize plan and organize work in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide direct programs and/or services to a diverse student population.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.
- Ability to compile prepare write and review reports.
- Proficiency using standard office software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Familiarity working with universitybased record/data systems/software (example: PeopleSoft).
- Ability to understand interpret and apply moderately complex rules policies regulations and procedures.
- Proven skills and specialization in working with Hispanic/Latine students.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate the work of student assistants.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
- Fluent in Spanish and English.
- 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 successfully pass a background check.
PreferredQualifications
- Experience developing partnerships and cultivating collaborative working relationships with internal and external constituencies including local state and national organizations focused on serving Hispanic/Latine communities.
- Demonstrated understanding of the political historical and cultural realities of Hispanic/Latine students.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and address the needs experiences and concerns of Hispanic/Latine students.
- Familiarity with grant writing and fundraising processes and procedures.
Documents Needed to Apply (2)
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
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 assault 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
