Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - Multi-Cultural Student Resource Center

Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - Multi-Cultural Student Resource Center Location: Sacramento Work type: Staff Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA (SSP IA) Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT Position Summary The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee-level appointment working under the lead direction of the Serna Center Coordinator and with close supervision of the Director, Multi-Cultural Center (Director). During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the APCT is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level. The incumbent will assist the Director through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience. This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APCT will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees. FLSA : Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range : $4,150 per month. Anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range. CSU Classification Salary Range : $4,150 per month - $5,076 per month 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 Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends dependent on department needs. Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty. Education Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis RequiredQualifications Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews 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 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 Ability to understand and navigate a dynamic campus culture with diverse populations Competency in cross-cultural communication Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice Notes Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s 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. Equal Employment Opportunity: Sacramento State is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. Qualified applicants are considered 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. Jeanne Clery Campus Safety ActNotification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. 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 (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). 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. Advertised: Aug 05 2026 Pacific Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr The California State University