Sonoma and Napa Region Pre-Collegiate Program Assistant (Casual Worker), Part time, Temporary, Hourly, Multiple Openings

The California State University; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The California State University—Sonoma State University is seeking a Sonoma and Napa Region Pre-Collegiate Program Assistant (Casual Worker) to provide academic, operational, and motivational support to Upward Bound and Academic Talent Search participants in grades 6–12. This is a part-time, temporary, hourly position.

Under supervision of the site Program Manager and with lead direction from the Associate Director, the role involves assisting with programmatic needs to meet annual objectives,

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with a diverse participant population.
• Ability to communicate professionally with grades 6–12, parents, schools, and partners.
• Typing and proficiency in MS Office or Google Apps required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, operational, and motivational support to Upward Bound and ATS participants in grades 6–12.
• Assist with programmatic needs to meet annual objectives.
• Support site Program Manager and Associate Director with daily tasks.

Skills

Typing

MS Office

Google Apps

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

MS Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Sonoma and Napa Region Pre-Collegiate Program Assistant (Casual Worker), Part time, Temporary, Hourly, Multiple Openings

Under the general supervision of the assigned site Program Manager, with additional lead work direction from the Associate Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs, the Sonoma and Napa Region Pre-Collegiate Program Assistant provides academic, operational, and motivational support to Upward Bound and Academic Talent Search program participants in grades 6 through 12, and/or assist with programmatic needs to support individual programs to meet their annual objectives.

Key Qualifications

This position requires two years’ experience working with working with a diverse participant population, including those from at-risk, low-income, first-generation backgrounds. Incumbent is required to demonstrate ability to communicate in a professional manner with participants in grades 6 through 12, parents, schools, and business professionals. Proficiency in typing and with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and/or Google Applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides) programs required. Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred. The incumbent must successfully clear a fingerprint clearance.

The incumbent must possess good communication skills, both oral and written; the ability to learn and apply program information and instructions; solve problems; prioritize multiple work responsibilities; maintain confidentiality at all times; complete projects in a timely and effective manner with good attention to detail; and the ability to adapt and be flexible in an ever-changing work environment.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $17 to $24 per hour. This is a part time, temporary, non-exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

Supplemental Information

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

The University is an Affirmpitious Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: 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 set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for aminimum of 14 calendar days.

Advertised: Sep 01 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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