Admissions & Outreach Trainee

California State University, Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento is seeking an Admissions & Outreach Trainee to assist in advising prospective students and families on admissions requirements and the CSU application process. Under supervision, you will present information sessions both in person and online and help connect applicants with campus resources.

You will represent Sacramento State to counselors and the broader community, build positive relationships, and support outreach activities during a full-time,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recruiting and marketing.
• Knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and housing processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise prospective students and families on admissions requirements and CSU application process.
• Conduct presentations and provide basic/general advisement to prospective students in-person and virtually.
• Represent Sacramento State to school counselors, families, and the general public.

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Recruitment, Outreach, and Orientation, the Admissions & Outreach Trainee receives lead work direction from higher level SSPs to support advising prospective students, families, and the campus community on admissions requirements, the Sacramento State and CSU application process, student services on campus and other University related information.

This position represents Sacramento State to a variety of constituents and maintains positive relationships with school and counselors, and the general public.

This position functions in a Trainee capacity and will be under direct supervision in the advisement of students and admissions information sessions to prospective students and families on a one-on-one basis as well as in a group setting. This position will conduct established presentations and provide basic/general advisement to prospective students both in-person as well as virtual.

This position is a full-time one academic year appointment, and is not renewable.

Position Details

Classification Title: Student Services Professional 1A

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,150 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,150 per month - $5,076 per month

Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: Temporary (1-year term)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; weekends and evenings as needed.

Priority Application Date: Tuesday, November 3rd @ 11:55pm (Posting will remain open until filled)

Department Information

The Admissions & Outreach Office is a dedicated team committed to recruiting, informing, and guiding prospective students—especially those from underserved or disadvantaged backgrounds—through the admissions process at Sacramento State.

For more information, please visit: https://www.csus.edu/apply/admissions/

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.

Experience:

None required.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to understand, embrace, and communicate Sacramento State marketing messages.
• Knowledge of recruiting and marketing.
• Knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and housing processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment and recognize multicultural, multisexed, and multi-aged value systems.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and standard software programs Zoom, (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) Chrome, Edge, FireFox, Safari etc.), various online academic resources {i.e., CalStateApply, TES CollegeSource, Assist, etc.
• The ability to work nights, weekends, and a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
• Must be able to complete frequent travel via personal vehicle with current registration and automobile insurance.
• Ability to frequently travel independently and timely

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting students from various backgrounds towards higher education
• Knowledge of Freshman and Transfer Admission Requirements in the California State University System.
• Experience working with diverse students: first generation and low-income student populations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of Title 5 of California Administrative Code, Chancellor's Office Policies and Regulations, National Accreditation Policies, and Campus Requirements relative to Admission, Advanced Standing Credit Award and Academic Credit Policies.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and cover letter.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affliant/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.

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.

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 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related 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. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.