Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee, El Centro Serna

About the role

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (SSP IA) is a trainee-level appointment working under the lead direction of the El Centro Serna Coordinator (SSP III) and with close supervision of the Director. During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee 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 the Center’s Program Coordinator 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. The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee supports the planning and implementation of the Center's outreach, recruitment, and engagement efforts by assisting with coordinating events, developing outreach activities, and assisting with initiatives that increase the Center's visibility and expand student access to programs and services. The incumbent collaborates with campus and community partners to help integrate student support services into Center programming.

This is a temporary, full-time position with a possibility for reclassification into the SSP IB classification for an additional 1-year appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Center’s Program Coordinator in delivering integrated support services and programming to improve students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and overall student experience.
• Support the planning and implementation of outreach, recruitment, and engagement efforts, including coordinating events and developing outreach activities.
• Assist with initiatives to increase the Center’s visibility and expand student access to programs and services.
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to integrate student support services into Center programming.
• Gather and analyze data, participate in group meetings, and contribute to conferences and interviews.
• Clearly express ideas and recommendations orally and in writing, including preparing clear and concise reports.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice.

Requirements

• 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 may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior.
• Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for 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 and in writing, including preparing clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Pay

Anticipated hiring range: $4,150.00 per month. The anticipated starting salary is at the entry of the classification salary range ($4,150.00 - $5,076.00 per month).

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Summer hours (May-August): 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break.
• Hours may vary based on department needs.

Benefits

Best-in-class benefits are available. Learn more about CSU Total Compensation.

About the department

The mission of El Centro Serna goes beyond individual growth—it reflects a commitment to fostering community and belonging for the nearly 40% of Latine students at Sacramento State, while warmly welcoming all students to engage, learn, and celebrate Latine culture. Learn more about El Centro Serna.