Director of the Jan & Bud Richter Center for Community Engagement & Service Learning

Director of the Jan & Bud Richter Center for Community Engagement & Service Learning
(Administrator II)

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring salary is $105000 - $150000 per year and is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) sick and vacation time and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

The Director of the Richter Center reports directly to the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. This reporting structure reflects the academic nature of Richter Center programs and the fact that the Centers programs serve the entire campus.

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the Center including the leadership of community engagement and service-learning initiatives and opportunities designed to expand the quality and quantity of these initiatives. Other duties include policy research analysis marketing and public relations and reporting on program and university-wide initiatives. The incumbent determines appropriate methods policies and procedures to achieve programmatic goals; leads event planning and coordination efforts; ensures compliance with applicable regulations or requirements governing the program; and serves as liaison to outside agencies or entities related to assigned programs.

Key Qualifications

• In-depth familiarity with community engagement and service-learning fields.
• Knowledge of local state and national service fields.
• Knowledge of principles of institutional planning and budget processes.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations to effectively run the department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective leadership motivation and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology systems and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite Google applications).
• Ability to analyze interpret and manage financial data and make strategic business decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage funding through grants and other means.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population.
• The ability to work effectively with faculty staff and students from diverse ethnic cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Exercise sound administrative judgment and initiative in the development of new methods and procedures and the solution of difficult problems.
• Develop and implement short and long-term plans and initiatives to meet established goals and advance the vision of the university.
• Ability to facilitate group participation consensus building and foster employee development through coaching counseling and training.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct ongoing review and evaluation of staff and operations to enhance processes to meet programmatic goals.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Masters degree in education or Human Services related field or higher.
• Two or more years of supervisory or management-related experience.
• Five or more years of professional experience in community engagement service-learning and/or volunteerism.
  • Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
    • Experience working directly in or with community benefit organizations (non-profits).
    • Understanding of the California State University system in general and California State University Fresno specifically.

Department Summary

The Jan and Bud Richter Center for Community Engagement and Service-Learning is one of the premier higher education community engagement programs in the nation. The Center is guided by the knowledge that students realize unique personal professional and academic benefits when involved in service to others. This is consistently supported by research on student learning and development. The Richter Center seeks to expand the culture of service at the university ensuring that all Fresno State students take advantage of the opportunities afforded them through service.

Deadline & Application Instructions

This position is open until filled with an initial application review date of September 14 2025.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click Apply Now to complete the employment application for California State University Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resum/vitae 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The Universitys mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25000 including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state nation and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno with a multi-ethnic population of over 527000 is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks San Francisco Los Angeles the Monterey Peninsula beaches sailing lakes and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination harassment and retaliationon the basis of a protected status: race color religion national origin ancestry age sex (including gender identity) sexual orientation marital status pregnancy mental disability physical disability medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno States commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment hiring and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per theCSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)