Assistant Program Coordinator, El Centro Serna (SSP IB)

California State University, Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento invites applications for the Assistant Program Coordinator (SSP IB) role. You will support the Center’s program coordination, mentor students, and collaborate with interns to design and deliver programs that promote student excellence through events, materials, and campus committee representation.

The role emphasizes outreach, leadership development, and inclusive student support, with a typical workweek Mon–Fri, some evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide student support services to a diverse student population, including Latine communities
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing educational programs, cultural events, outreach initiatives, or student engagement activities in higher education
• Working knowledge of interview techniques
• Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically; draw valid conclusions and make recommendations
• Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews
• Written and verbal communication skills for newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, presentations, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, campus partners
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents

Responsibilities

• Mentor and advise students; support interns and student assistants
• Deliver integrated student services and programming to improve academic success and student experience
• Lead events and programs to promote student excellence and representation on campus committees
• Support staff in designing and delivering programs for graduate and undergraduate students
• Collaborate with campus partners to engage and retain students

Skills

Student support

Program coordination

Interview techniques

Data analysis

Group collaboration

Communication

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job no: 563234
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Classification Title: Student Services Professional IB (SSP IB)

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Tuesday, November 3, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference

Not Applicable

Position Summary

The Assistant Program Coordinator (SSP IB) works under the general supervision of the Program Coordinator of El Centro Serna and under general supervision of the Director.

The incumbent assists the Center’s Program Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience.

This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APC will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees.

FLSA:Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range:$4,482.00 per month. Anticipated hiring rate is at the entry of the classification salary range.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,482.00 per month -$6,342.00 per month

Work Hours:Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required.

Working knowledge of the methods and problems of organization and program management; research and interviewing techniques; principles of individual and group behavior; the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge of the organization, procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned; and the basic principles, practices and major trends in the Student Services field to which assigned.

Ability to rapidly acquire a working knowledge of the specific objectives of the campus Student Services program and its relationship to the total campus operation; interpret and apply program rules and regulations; gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; present clear and concise information orally and in written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations and other private and public agencies.

Experience:

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level. Equivalent amounts of graduate level job-related education may be substituted for the required experience.

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.

Additional 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 provide student support services to a diverse student population, including students from high need populations, particularly those from Latine communities
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing educational programs, cultural events, outreach initiatives, or student engagement activities in a higher education setting
• Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing
• Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews
• Written and verbal communication skills, including experience creating newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, presentations, or other communications to engage students and campus partners
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, campus partners to advance student engagement and success
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Condition of Employment:

Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand and navigate a dynamic campus culturewith diverse populations
• Competency in cross-cultural communication
• Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

"As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education."

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affiliated/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.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of CleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [e-mail] .

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State, 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.

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.

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Advertised: October 20, 2026 (11:45 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled