Student Success & Outreach Specialist (Pre-Collegiate Programs)

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

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks a Program Assistant to support Upward Bound and Academic Talent Search participants in grades 6–12, primarily based at Fort Bragg High School with travel across Mendocino, Lake and Sonoma Counties.

The role involves frequent interaction with students, families, schools and campus partners, providing academic, operational, and motivational support. Some evenings or weekends may be required during recruitment or summer programming.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with a diverse participant population (at-risk, low-income, first-generation).
• Proficiency in typing and with MS Office and/or Google Apps.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must successfully clear fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, operational, and motivational support to Upward Bound and Academic Talent Search participants in grades 6–12.
• Interact with students, families, schools, and campus partners in a professional office setting.
• Travel within Mendocino, Lake and Sonoma Counties for meetings, trainings, and program events; occasional evenings/weekends during recruitment or summer programming.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Typing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps (Docs/Sheets/Slides)

Job description

Sonoma State University seeks a Program Assistant to support Upward Bound and Academic Talent Search participants in grades 6–12, primarily based at Fort Bragg High School with travel across Mendocino, Lake and Sonoma Counties.

The role involves frequent interaction with students, families, schools and campus partners, providing academic, operational, and motivational support. Some evenings or weekends may be required during recruitment or summer programming.