Assistant Coordinator (Student Services Professional IA)

The California State University; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University invites applications for the Assistant Coordinator for the Women’s Resource Center (WRC). You will support daily operations, programming, and student engagement, guiding students from diverse and historically underrepresented communities.

Working with the WRC Director, you will help maintain an inclusive space, coordinate events and outreach, update website and newsletters, and collaborate with campus partners to promote wellbeing, belonging, and student success.

Qualifications

• Analytical and research skills to gather information and develop recommendations.
• Clear and respectful communication with students, faculty, staff, and partners.
• Organizational skills for calendars, front desk coverage, and inquiries.
• Experience coordinating engaging programs, trainings, events, or activities.
• Ability to work with diverse students and administrators.
• Commitment to a welcoming, inclusive, student-centered environment.
• Experience creating or updating social media, newsletters, or outreach materials.
• Flexibility to support evening or weekend events.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily WRC operations, including front desk coverage and schedules.
• Support established educational, cultural, wellness, and affinity programs.
• Collaborate with campus partners to provide programs focused on academic success, leadership, wellness, equity, and belonging.
• Maintain the WRC website, social media, newsletters, and event calendars.
• Assist with supporting student assistants and volunteers with planning and operations.
• Coordinate with SDSU centers and community organizations for programs and outreach.
• Help coordinate event logistics, attendance tracking, and program assessments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Organization

Program coordination

Collaboration

Welcoming environment

Outreach materials

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

Assistant Coordinator (Student Services Professional IA)

Job no: 561943
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary

Join San Diego State University as the Assistant Coordinator for the Women’s Resource Center (WRC), where you will support daily operations, established programming, and student engagement. Working closely with the WRC Director, you will help maintain an inclusive and welcoming space while serving as a mentor, resource, and point of connection for students from diverse and historically underrepresented communities.

This highly student-facing role supports a team of student assistants and volunteers, coordinates communications and outreach, and collaborates with campus and community partners to increase the WRC’s visibility and engagement. The Assistant Coordinator will contribute to programs that explore how gender intersects with race, ethnicity, class, sexuality, ability, and other identities while advancing student wellness, belonging, and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist daily WRC operations, including front desk coverage, room reservations, student assistant schedules, general email inquiries, and visitor support.
• Support established educational, cultural, wellness, and affinity-based programs, such as healing programs, discussion groups, and support initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus partners to provide programs focused on academic success, leadership, wellness, equity, and belonging.
• Maintain the WRC’s website, social media, newsletters, email communications, marketing materials, and event calendars.
• Assist with supporting student assistants and volunteers with program planning, facilitation, and center operations.
• Collaborate with SDSU community centers, campus departments, and community organizations to coordinate programs, outreach, tabling, and student resources.
• Help with coordinating event logistics, purchasing documentation, attendance tracking, and program assessments to support effective services and future improvements.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on student success, inclusion, and belonging at SDSU.
• Gain hands‑on experience in program coordination, student support, outreach, and assessment.
• Build connections with campus partners and gender equity organizations throughout San Diego County.
• Join a collaborative, mission‑driven team committed to social justice and creating an affirming environment for students.

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Position Information

• This is a full‑time, benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date one year from the date of hire with the possibility of reappointment.
• This position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Work hours are Monday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Women’s Resource Center functions as a gender advocacy hub dedicated to supporting women and gender‑expansive individuals. Rooted in an intersectional feminist perspective, the center provides sexual and gender‑based violence education via the Brave Project, offers transformative learning and healing initiatives, maintains support for parenting and pregnant students, and leads a dedicated Women and Gender Equity first‑year experience program.

For more information regarding the Women’s Resource Center, .

Education and Experience

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 below may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Key Qualifications

• Analytical and research skills, including the ability to gather information, assess findings, and develop informed recommendations.
• Clear and respectful communication skills when working with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Organization and attention to detail when managing schedules, reservations, calendars, front desk coverage, and general inquiries.
• Experience coordinating accessible and engaging in‑person or virtual programs, trainings, activities, or events.
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and student‑centered environment.
• Experience creating or updating social media, newsletters, websites, or other outreach materials.
• Flexibility to manage varied responsibilities and occasionally support evening or weekend events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a cultural, identity‑based, gender equity, or community resource center.
• Experience with outreach, tabling, or other efforts that increase program awareness and student participation.
• Customer service experience and an interest in serving as a welcoming representative of the Women’s Resource Center.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well