Assistant Program Advisor Trainee, Leadership

Working Title: Assistant Program Advisor TraineeLeadership

Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA

Posting Details: Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Sunday October 18 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Position Summary:

The Assistant Program Advisor Trainee Leadership (APAT) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead work direction of the Leadership Program Coordinator and with close supervision of the AVP/Sr Director. Duringthe trainee period which is not to exceed 12 months the APAT is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

The incumbent assists through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed atimproving students academic success leadership professional development retention and enrichment of the overallstudent experience. The APAT contributes to the development and execution of intentional student involvement andengagement programs activities and events and will also advise student-led clubs and organizations.

FLSA : Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range :$4150 per month (Anticipated hiring rate is at the minimum of the classification salary range)

CSU Classification Salary Range : $4150 per month - $5076 per month

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Salary Grade/Range :1

Recruitment Type : Temporary (1-Year Limited Duration. Possibility for reclassification into the SSP IB classification for an additional 1-year appointment.)

Time Base :Full-Time

Pay Plan :12 months

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm / Summer HoursMonday - Friday 7:30am to 4pmwith occasional weekend and evening hours dependent on department need.

Department Information:

Student Organizations & Leadership (SO&L) advocates for students and contributes to learning development and retention by providing opportunities for involvement leadership and empowerment through a wide variety of organizations and programs. These experiences nurture campus pride and student success to advance an inclusive and equitable community. The Leadership Program strives to create intentional leadership experiences so that students may capture their true potential through individual exploration and societal awareness in order to enact provide leadership development opportunities through various programs including educational opportunities trainings and recognition :// Qualifications:

Knowledge and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques forthe purpose of recording classifying and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods ofinterviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically draw valid conclusions and make appropriaterecommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings conferences and interviews; clearly express ideasand recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative workingrelationships with students staff and faculty.

Experience:

None required.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences public or businessadministration or a job-related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfullyapplied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-yearbasis.

RequiredQualifications:

1. Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior and the ability to apply that knowledge when supporting student leaders student organizations and students with differing needs experiences and perspectives.

2. Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording classifying and interpreting factual information.

3. Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing and advising to understand student needs clarify concerns provide accurate information and help students identify appropriate options and next steps.

4. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically draw valid conclusions and make appropriate program improvements for student programs workshops events and leadership-development initiatives.

5. Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings conferences and interviews.

6. Ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally to write clear and concise reports and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students staff and faculty.

7. 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.

PreferredQualifications:

1. Experience supporting advising or working with student-led clubs organizations leadership programs or campus engagement initiatives in a college or university environment.

2. Experience coordinating programs workshops events or projects involving multiple participants deadlines and campus or community partners.

3. Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and constituents from diverse backgrounds in a dynamic service-oriented environment.

4. Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends with advanced notice.

Documents Needed to Apply:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State:

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead serve and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and a Black Serving Institution and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative 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.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at

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

Background Check Disclaimer:

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.

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

Eligibility Verification:

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.

Learn more about working at the California State University and the impact of our mission.

Required Experience:

Intern