Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - PRIDE Center

About the role

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the designated PRIDE Center’s Program 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 (APC) Trainee is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APC Trainee 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Serve as a mentor and advisor to students.
• 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.

Requirements

Knowledge and Abilities:

• 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;
• The techniques and methods of interviewing.

Experience:

• None required.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirement: 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.

Skills

• 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;
• Ability to 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.

Benefits

Best-in-class benefits are provided, including:

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Pay

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,150.00 per month. Anticipated starting salary is at the entry of the classification salary range.

Schedule

Full-Time Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Summer Hours (May - August) will be 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with a 30 minutes lunch break. Hours may vary based on department needs.

Department Information

The PRIDE Student Resource Center provides students looking for a connection to campus with programs and events, access to resources on campus and in the community, a welcoming space, and opportunities for education about LGBTQIA communities and the intersections of many identities and experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

About Sacramento State

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

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.

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.