Guardian Scholars Administrative Support Coordinator

Job Title

Guardian Scholars Administrative Support Coordinator

Administrative Support Coordinator I

558400

Classification Range $4047 - $5896 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications not anticipated to exceed $4047 - $4510 per month)

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

California State University Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success academic excellence and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching research and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement career success and economic mobility.

The Guardian Scholars program within the Division of Student Affairs is housed within the Center for Scholars at California State University Fullerton. They provide comprehensive services to foster youth students to support their personal academic and professional success. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Guardian Scholars Administrative Support Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator I).The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity openness flexibility integrity and kindness.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Center for Scholars (CFS) Director the Administrative Support Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the office functions administrative support and budget support for the Guardian Scholars Program and the CFS. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the CFS and works independently to ensure the Center is ready to welcome students staff and community partners. The Administrative Support Coordinator works closely with Center for Scholars Director and CFS Analyst in preparing forms and monitoring expenditures for the department with strong attention to detail; plans and helps coordinate Guardian Scholars events that are student centered in collaboration with other CFS professional staff; maintains Guardian Scholars budget and processes expense claims check requests and purchase requisitions. The Administrative Support Coordinator reviews and evaluates fiscal planning for Guardian Scholar activities programming and events and offers recommendations as necessary; provides event support by reserving event venues and placing catering orders. Other duties as assigned.

High School diploma or the equivalent and two years of experience in general office clerical or administrative support work or the equivalent. Training at a vocational school or full-time college education may be substituted for the required experienceon a year for year detailed knowledge of applicable university infrastructure policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of English grammar punctuation and spelling. Thorough knowledge of office systems with the ability to use a range of technology systems and software packages. Ability to independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects. Ability to apply a variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist. Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures. Ability to perform standard business math including calculating ratios and percentages tracking financial data and making simple projections. Ability to draft and compose correspondence and standard reports. Ability to handle effectively a broad range of interpersonal contacts including those at a higher level and those sensitive in nature.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Four years of related administration coordination experience. Working knowledge of operational and budget analysis and techniques. Knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices. Ability to plan organize coordinate and perform work in various situations where numerous demands are involved. Skill in the research development and evaluation of policies and programs including skill in the collection evaluation and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively demonstrated ability to effectively interpret organize and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction.

A valid California drivers license.

Special Working Conditions

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

California State University Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students staff administrators and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race sex color ethnicity national origin or any other protected status.

As of January 1 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017.

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 applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant Teaching Associate Instructional Student Assistant or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University Fullerton is not currently sponsoring anynewH-1B petitions for staff management or faculty positions.

Effective October 1 2025 the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2 5 7 and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Required Experience:

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