New Student Orientation Coordinator

Apply now Job no: 556544 Work type: Staff Location: Sacramento Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location) Position Summary The incumbent assists the Director of New Student Orientation with all aspects of the New Student Orientation program that serves 30,000 prospective students and 10,000 guests annually. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the coordination of the mandatory New Student Orientation program. Duties include developing and managing the program schedule; assisting in overall program operations, creating, editing, and overseeing orientation publications; maintaining and updating the orientation website; delivering presentations to large audiences of students and supporters; coordinating the culminating orientation activities; and assisting with the recruitment, training, and supervision of 45–50 student leaders. The coordination of this program requires frequent communication with a variety of campus departments and attention to detail. The incumbent is expected to work with minimal supervision; adapt to rapidly changing circumstances; and, under the general direction of the Director, make complex decisions daily. The incumbent must be available to work some evenings and weekends. This position reports to the Director and oversees Orientation in the absence of the Director. Key Responsibilities The incumbent must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student/faculty/staff population. FLSA Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range Anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range at $5,540 per month. Salary will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Work Hours Standard work hours are 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Weekend and evenings hours will be required. Required Qualifications Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Higher education student services experience (e.g. advising, admissions, residential life, New Student Orientation, student programming, or development). Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Experience working with students dealing with highly sensitive issues. Experience providing lead work direction. Experience with program assessment. Demonstrated program development experience. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a variety of campus constituencies, including faculty, staff, and students Ability to independently prioritize, plan, and organize work in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated data management/interpretive skills. Familiarity working with school-based record/data systems/software (example: PeopleSoft). Fluent with standard office software packages such as Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to understand, interpret, analyze, and apply complex rules, regulations, and procedures. Experience advising students individually and in groups on complex student related matters Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment. Ability to work nights and weekends. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, College Student Personnel, Educational Counseling, or related field. Knowledge of General Education in the California State University system. Experience supporting first-generation, low-income, and historically underrepresented students. Experience supervising student staff. Ability to perform job responsibilities without detailed instructions. 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). Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Opt For Healthy Living