Student Life Advisor for Center for Student Organizations & Activities (Student Services Professional II)

About the role

The Student Life Advisor provides guidance, mentorship, leadership development, support, and coordination for recognized student organizations through advising, programming, and student engagement initiatives. The position assists with the development and implementation of co-curricular programs, events, and leadership opportunities that enhance student involvement, campus pride, and sense of community.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support recognized student organizations by providing guidance on organization operations, events, leadership development, university policies, and recognition requirements.
• Coordinate and implement student engagement programs, leadership initiatives, student organization fairs, workshops, recognition events, and other campus-wide activities.
• Support the coordination of outdoor space reservations and educate students and campus partners on applicable university policies and procedures.
• Maintain student organization records, databases, websites, assessment tools, and reports to support program effectiveness and student engagement efforts.
• Collaborate with campus partners to develop resources, training opportunities, and co-curricular experiences that enhance student involvement, leadership development, and community building.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience advising and counseling students in academic and/or co-curricular settings, applying student development theory to support individual and group growth.
• Experience in student affairs, student activities, leadership development, civic engagement, or community service programs, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and fostering inclusive student engagement.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and student organization support skills, including promoting collaborative and professional environments.
• Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking abilities, including managing multiple priorities, complex assignments, and frequent interruptions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to conduct workshops, explain policies and procedures, and interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Proficiency with technology and data management tools, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and learning management systems such as Canvas.
• Knowledge of higher education policies, regulations, and governance structures, or the ability to quickly learn and apply university, CSU, and student affairs policies while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Benefits

Full benefits package includes generous time off, retirement, health coverage, education support, and optional offerings. The position is benefits eligible and exempt under FLSA, with standard SDSU work hours of Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and eligibility for telecommuting up to one day per week.