Program CoordinatorAdvisor (Student Services Professional III)

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator/Advisor supports the mission of SDSUs Gus and Emma Thompson Black Resource Center (BRC) by coordinating programs advising students and facilitating services that promote student success belonging well-being leadership and persistence. Working closely with the Assistant Director Faculty Scholars and student assistants this position plans and delivers signature events academic success initiatives workshops and community-building experiences for students.

The Program Coordinator/Advisor also provides individualized and group support related to academic planning career preparation/exploration personal and leadership development as well as navigating university resources. Through collaboration with students student organizations faculty staff campus departments and community partners this position responds to evolving student needs contributes to recruitment and retention efforts advises students throughout their time at SDSU and supports the daily operations of an active and welcoming resource center.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan coordinate and evaluate BRC programs and events focused on academic success well-being leadership professional development inclusion and student engagement.
• Coordinate signature and student-led programs throughout the year such as Black History Month Homecoming and Martin Luther King Jr. Parade activities.
• Organize program schedules communications purchasing budgets supplies space reservations and other event logistics.
• Partner with Faculty Scholars student organizations campus departments and community partners to develop and deliver engaging programs.
• Review program participation outcomes and student feedback to identify opportunities that advance the BRCs programs and support its continued growth.
• Provide individual and group support related to academic planning career exploration personal development and connections to university resources.
• Support BRC operations and provide program-related guidance to student assistants interns and volunteers.

Why Join Us

• Make a meaningful difference academic success well-being and sense of belonging in the lives of our students.
• Help shape programs that reach students across campus and strengthen connections with the greater San Diego community.
• Join a collaborative team that values the experiences perspectives and contributions each team member brings.
• Access professional development resources and opportunities to expand your experience in student support programming and community engagement.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base) benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is eligible for telecommuting up to 1 day every other week following a training period during which on-site presence is required.

Department Summary

The Gus and Emma Thompson Black Resource Center (BRC) at San Diego State University promotes Black excellence by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where students faculty and staff of the African Diaspora can connect collaborate and build community. Grounded in achievement balance creativity solidarity and love the Center creates opportunities to honor the past celebrate the present and shape the future.

Through student success programs meaningful dialogue educational initiatives scholarships research career development and leadership and service opportunities the Center supports the academic personal and professional growth of Black students. Its work addresses students intellectual mental spiritual and physical well-being while equipping them with the skills and resources to thrive at SDSU and beyond.

For more information regarding the Gus and Emma Thompson Black Resource Centerclick here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year 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 job related. Possession of the required 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.

Key Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering programs or events that encourage student engagement belonging academic success and retention.
• Effective organization and time-management skills for coordinating multiple programs events and daily priorities.
• Experience advising students individually and in groups and connecting them with appropriate campus resources.
• Knowledge of student development leadership and identity development and how these areas support student success.
• Sound judgment and professionalism when responding to complex or sensitive student concerns.
• Clear inclusive communication and a collaborative approach when working with students colleagues and campus or community partners.
• Experience training guiding or coordinating the work of student employees interns or volunteers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in a college or university setting particularly within student affairs academic advising student success or a cultural resource center.
• Experience creating programs and partnerships that support students from varied backgrounds and lived experiences.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience education and qualifications within the departments budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5540 - $7893/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $5540.00/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays vacation and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash life and disability insurance legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library campus events employee groups and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by October 7th 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis and the position will remain open until filled.

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.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H-1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Tyler Emery