Program Assistant, ASAP APIDA Resource Center

IMDiversity; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,019 - 70,776; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition waiver

Job summary

California State University, Northridge is seeking a Program Assistant for the ASAP APIDA Resource Center on campus. The role supports coordination of CSUN ASAP programs, outreach, events, and student referrals, under general supervision.

Responsibilities include arranging workshops, mentoring, cultural programming, and updating communications. A four-year degree in a related field and experience in student services are required; advanced degrees may substitute experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, public or business administration or related field.
• One year of professional Student Services experience at entry trainee level.
• A Master's degree may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination and delivery of CSUN ASAP programs and initiatives.
• Assist with outreach, events, and administrative processes.
• Provide information and referrals to students about APIDA Resource Center and CSUN ASAP services.
• Conduct intake meetings to assess basic student needs and guide referrals.
• Develop outreach materials, newsletters, and social media content.

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences/public or business administration

Master's degree substitution for required experience

Job description

Program Assistant, ASAP APIDA Resource Center – California State University, Northridge

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $4,482 - $6,342 per month

Category: Student Affairs and Services; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Services

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Program Assistant, APIDA Resource Center supports coordination and delivery of student-focused programs, including the CSUN California Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program (ASAP), and assists with outreach, events, and administrative processes. Contributes to student support services and program operations aligned with established guidelines, helping facilitate engagement, retention, and academic success initiatives.

• Assists in implementing established CSUN ASAP programs and initiatives that support student academic success and engagement
• Coordinates logistics for workshops, mentoring programs, cultural programming, and academic success initiatives
• Provides support to students seeking information about APIDA Resource Center and CSUN ASAP services
• Conducts intake meetings to assess basic student needs and provide referrals to appropriate campus resources
• Assists in developing outreach materials, newsletters, website updates, and social media content
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 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.
• Equivalent to one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level.
• A Master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of Student Affairs, Student Development and/or Student Services in higher education and working knowledge of student development principles and basic student support practices.
• Knowledge of current trends in Student Success as it relates to Academic Affairs and holistic student support.
• Knowledge of cultural competence and cultural humility principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply program guidelines and campus policies and gather and analyze student information and make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.

Classification: 3079 / SSP IB/ Grade 2

Hiring Rate: $4,482 per month. The salary range for this classification is: $4,482 - $6,342 per month.

Hours: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.

Position: Temporary; end date to be determined. One year appointment with the opportunity for reappointment based on funding.

Location: On-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• 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.
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.