Assistant Director, MSI

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Educational Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) invites applications for the Assistant Director, MSI & Lead for MSC/PSC. This role focuses on advancing the Men's Success Initiative and Muslim Student Resource and PSC, designing programs to promote access, engagement, and graduation for historically underserved students.

The successful candidate will oversee program development, collaboration with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs, and use data to drive retention and student success, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with coursework in counseling and student services.
• Master's degree preferred in related fields (student affairs, higher education, counseling).
• Three years of professional experience in student services, preferably working with male students of color.

Responsibilities

• Lead MSI to develop and implement strategies supporting access, engagement, and retention for under-served male students.
• Oversee programs for Muslim and Puvugna Student Resource Centers and other services.
• Oversee data collection, assessment, and annual reports.

Skills

Academic advising

Counseling

Career planning

Student affairs

Interpersonal communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree (counseling-related)

Master's degree in student affairs/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML

Job description

Assistant Director, MSI & Lead for MSC/PSC

Job No: 562203

Work Type: Staff

Location: Southern California: Long Beach

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Appointment Type: Temporary, TimeBasis: Full Time

Join the vibrant community at California State University, LongBeach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern Californialifestyle.

Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.

As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California's future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of the Office of Belonging and Inclusion, the Assistant Director develops, coordinates, and assesses the Men's Success Initiative (MSI) and the Muslim Student Resource and Puvungna Student Resource Centers (PSC). The position designs and implements programs, services, and retention strategies that promote access, engagement, academic success, leadership development, and graduation for students from historically underserved communities, with a particular focus on male students and students connected to the Muslim and Indigenous/Native American communities. The Assistant Director leads initiatives that enhance student outreach, retention, inclusion, leadership, career readiness, and overall student success. Responsibilities include developing study groups, workshops, mentoring programs, retreats, campus and community partnerships, and co-curricular programming that support student achievement and help close opportunity and achievement gaps. The incumbent collaborates across Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, the university, and external partners to provide academic and career guidance, connect students with resources, and foster a sense of belonging. The position also plans and implements educational, cultural, and social events; supports student organizations; and advances leadership development opportunities. Using a student-centered and equity-minded approach, the Assistant Director provides culturally responsive services that support the academic success and well-being of a diverse student population. The position is responsible for collecting and analyzing program data, evaluating outcomes, and supporting the achievement of departmental and divisional goals related to student engagement, retention, and graduation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Men's Success Initiative (MSI) to create, develop, and implement strategies and programming to support male students from traditionally under-served communities, in the areas of access, engagement, retention, and resource services.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate programs, services, and activities that enhance student learning, development, and success for the Muslim and Puvugna Student Resource Centers.
• Oversee data collection, assessment, and annual reports.

Department

Men's Success Initiative

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Student Services Professional III

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,540 -$6,009 per month commensurate with candidate's education,experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification SalaryRange for this position is $5,540 - $7,893 per month.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience in academic advising, counseling, and career planning with diverse student populations. Experience working with malestudents of color in higher education. Knowledge of academic, social, and emotional problems confronting students, especially young men, from diverse backgrounds. Interpersonal communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with individuals of varying ages and cultural backgrounds and effectively resolve disagreements and conflicts. Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with a diverse population. Experience with developing and coordinating enrichment activities, academic workshops, and events. Demonstrated ability to garner the support of key stakeholders and lead an effective team. Experience designing and carrying out assessment and research projects. Experience writing progress, summary and end of the year reports of program activities. Excellent active listening, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of school and academic program principles and standards (admissions, registration, financial aid) to make effective judgments. Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Adobe software to ensure that incumbent will be able to prepare a wide variety of correspondence, reports, forms, brochures, flyers, agendas, minutes, advertisements and text for printed materials and web pages. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Contribute and html would be a plus. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Contribute and html would be a plus. Experience planning and working at special events. Ability to coordinate events/programs. Experience with updating websites and social media content. Ability to work weekends and a flexible work time as needed and determined by operational needs. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence".

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with upper or graduate coursework in counseling and guidance, human relations, or related fields and three years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.
• Master's degree preferably in student affairs, higher education administration, college student personnel, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• 3 years of professionally related experience working with male students of color preferred.

Licenses

• Poss