Project Rebound Outreach Coordinator (Temporary, Limited Term)

Opt For Healthy Living; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 56,726 - 80,664; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento seeks a Project Rebound Outreach Coordinator (Temporary, Limited Term) in Sacramento. Under supervision, the role supports formerly incarcerated students' degree progress, provides counseling and program assistance, and helps prepare documentation and reporting.

The position emphasizes independent judgment, interpersonal skills, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and community partners to advance student success and program improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education student services related to advising, admissions, or student programming.
• Ability to independently prioritize, plan and organize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with a diverse student population.
• Ability to compile, prepare, write and review reports; familiarity with data and program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with documentation, mandatory reporting and program assessment.
• Advise and support students to progress toward degree objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, and community partners.

Skills

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Report writing

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Travel flexibility

Education

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

Job description

Project Rebound Outreach Coordinator (Temporary, Limited Term)

Apply now Job no: 558603
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Classification Title: Student Services Professional II

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, July 29, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Note to Applicants

This is a temporary position ending on or before June 30, 2027.

Hiring Preference

Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Project Rebound, and lead work from the Director of Project Rebound, the Student Services Professional II performs moderately complex professional student service work. Assignments typically require the application of both knowledge and judgment in using the principles, techniques, standards, guides and professional skills characteristic of a particular student service program or activity. This generally requires planning; both interviewing and counseling techniques; judgment to recommend solutions to problems and changes in program procedures; and/or acting as spokesperson within the area of expertise.

This role requires use of sound independent judgment while dealing with moderately complex student service problems. It demands the utilization of effective interpersonal skills with both individuals and groups, to be flexible and versatile, to use tact and sensitivity and to apply effective analytical skills in assisting with the preparation of documentation, mandatory reporting and program assessment.

The purpose of this work is to assist students in making successful progress toward their degree objectives; to provide learning experiences which supplement those in the classroom; and to assist and encourage students to utilize effectively the knowledge, skills and abilities learned during their university careers.

Note: Lived experience of incarceration and/or the legal system is not necessarily disqualifying for this position.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,083 per month. Anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 per month - $7,228 per month

Salary Grade/Range: 1

Department Information

Project Rebound assists formerly incarcerated students to prepare, apply, enroll, and graduate with a degree from Sacramento State. Project Rebound provides educational resources and services for students looking to develop professional skills.

Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior. Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long‑range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office. Possession of these knowledge and abilities typically is demonstrated through the Experience requirements below.

Experience

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of the professional 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

Experience

• Higher education student services experience related to the assigned program area (e.g., advising, admissions, residential life, student programming or development)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to independently prioritize, plan and organize work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide direct programs and/or services to a diverse student population.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.
• Ability to compile, prepare, write and review reports.
• Proficiency using standard office software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Familiarity working with school‑based record/data systems/software (example: PeopleSoft)
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply moderately complex rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to travel, stay occasionally overnight, and occasionally work evenings and weekends.
• Strong ability to establish, articulate, and maintain life‑affirming interpersonal boundaries.
• Ability to coordinate, supervise, and collaborate with volunteers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• 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

• Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, including underserved students.
• Experience working with incarcerated individuals and/or individuals with a conviction history.
• Experience conducting workshops and facilitating Outreach events.
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal corrections systems, parole, probation, and juvenile justice.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affin​ative Action/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 Clery Act 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] .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

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.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

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.

Advertised: Jul 15 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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