Associate Director of Leadership Engagement

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for the Associate Director of Leadership and Engagement in the University Honors Program. The role reports to the UHP Director and oversees student leadership programs, advising, and collaborative campus initiatives.

The position focuses on expanding leadership opportunities, coordinating events, and supporting honors advising. It is a 1-year temporary assignment with competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on community and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, guidance, or related field is required.
• Four years of professional experience in student services or a related area preferred.
• Strong advising and program coordination skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage leadership programs and initiatives for honors students.
• Oversee advising activities and workshops in collaboration with the Honors Advising Lead.
• Assist in planning and communicating program guidelines and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Advising

Event programming

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Associate Director of Leadership Engagement

Job No: 562092

Work Type: Staff

Location: Southern California: Long Beach

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Appointment Type: Temporary, TimeBasis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: StudentServices

Join the vibrant community at California State University, LongBeach (CSULB)!

Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers ananspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern Californialifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSUsystem-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for itscommitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academicand research initiatives.

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

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

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore careeropportunities that advance student success and strengthenCalifornia's future-offering competitive compensation,comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

Reporting to and under the general direction of the UniversityHonors Program Director, the incumbent serves as Associate Directorof Leadership and Engagement and manages all student leadershipprograms and initiatives focused on enhancing UHP studentexperiences and professional development. Participates in settingdepartment goals, organizing major events such as symposia,graduation, and collaborative programming. Maintains qualityrelationships between on-campus departments and the community.Oversees co-curricular engagement and advising by connecting withall college-based advising teams and supporting honors advising asneeded.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Engagement Programs - Create, develop, andimplement large and small scale programs, series programs, andcreative practices to develop leadership skills and communityinvolvement on and off campus. Create and implement programs andinitiatives that meet the needs of beginning and advanced studentleaders. Expand leadership, professional development, and civicengagement opportunities for UHP students through collaborationwith university departments and off campus organizations.
• Oversight of Advising Activities & Workshops - Manageadvising activities and workshops for UHP students in collaborationwith the UHP Academic Advising Lead. Ensure that students observeuniversity deadlines and complete their degree and UHPrequirements. Provide independent student advisement and guidancefor the incoming Honors cohort at Student Orientation, Advising andRegistration (SOAR) as well as for the entire Honors studentpopulation. Serve on the University Advising Council (UAC).
• Programmatic Planning, Development and Implementation - Assistthe Honors Director in identifying areas for Program enhancementand developing strategies for the implementation of programmaticchanges. Assist the Honors Director In shaping and communicating tothe Honors student population Program guidelines and ensuringunderstanding and compliance.

Department

University Honors Program

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent statusgranted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the endingdate.

Classification

Student Services Professional IV

Compensation

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

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $6,320 -$6,432 per month commensurate with candidate's education,experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification SalaryRange for this position is $6,320 - $9,014 per month.

Benefits

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

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed atleast half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than sixmonths and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may varybased on appointment type, classification, and applicablecollective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have accessto a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paidholidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERSdefined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiverprograms for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies byemployee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Confidential counseling and support services for employees andtheir families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,professional development opportunities, and insurance optionsincluding life, disability, and pet insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate possesses extensive academic counselingexperience and a demonstrated ability to effectively advise adiverse population of high-achieving students across all academicdisciplines. They are skilled at analyzing complex student needs,identifying solutions, and providing guidancethat supportssuccessful completion of the UHP Program. The candidate exhibitsstrong leadership and supervisory abilities, including training,mentoring, overseeing outreach efforts, and managing the work ofothers. They have experience evaluating and selecting students fromcompetitive pools of high school and community college applicantswhile consistently adhering to all University policies, procedures,and guidelines related to safety, civility, information security,and non-discrimination. Exceptional verbal and writtencommunication skills are essential, along with the ability to buildand maintain professional, collaborative relationships withstudents, faculty, staff, and community members. The idealcandidate is proficient in data entry, database management, andExcel, with demonstrated experience organizing and archivingcritical information on shared drives, as well as familiarity withPeopleSoft and CSLink. Additionally, they can lead Leadership andEngagement programming, leverage social media to foster studentengagement and belonging, and exemplify a student-centered,collaborative leadership approach that promotes academic success,inclusion, and community building.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diversecampus community. Ability to follow all university policies,procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies andprocedures. Ability to contribute to a positive universityexperience for each and every student and assist in achieving theuniversity's commitment to a "vision of excellence".

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with upper or graduatecoursework in counseling and guidance, human relations, or relatedfields and four years of professional experience in one of thestudent services program areas required.

• Masters degree in Higher Education, Social Sciences or LiberalArts preferred.

• Demonstrated University Honors Program expertise preferred.

• Academic Advising experience preferred.

Physical Summary

Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walkingand standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects(10 pounds or less).

Additional Information

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions(i.e. H-1B Visas).

A background check (including a criminal records check) must becompleted satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB willmake a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded ifthe background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or itis discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsifiedinformation. Failure to satisfactorily complete the backgroundcheck may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employeewho was conditionally offered the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandatedreporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect ReportingAct and is required to comply with the requirements set forth inCSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition ofemployment.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULBprovides equal opportunity in employment without unlawfuldiscrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULBcomplies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX ofthe Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the CaliforniaEquity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicablestate and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU'sNondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferentialtreatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in alluniversity programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful,professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts ofharassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstratedappropriate professional behavior, treating others with civilityand respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expectedof all employees.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employeeswith disabilities. Applicants with questions about access orrequiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of theapplication or hiring process should [e-mail].

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requiresall employees upon date of hire to reside in the State ofCalifornia.

As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ CSU Out-of-StateEmployment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to performCSU-related work outside the state of California.

Application Closes: 26 September 2026