The Office of Graduate Studies, in partnership with the other colleges and departments at the university, provides leadership for the advancement of graduate education at Sacramento State. Graduate Studies supports the development and vibrancy of quality graduate programs, and serves the scholarly and professional needs of graduate students at the university and into their careers. Our work is guided by our core values of excellence, integrity, equity, and service.
The Graduate Center supports students along the entire process of the graduate student experience at Sac State; from undergraduates interested in graduate study to prospective students applying through graduation and all the steps in between.
https://www.csus.edu/graduate-studies/
Must be comparable to the Minimum Qualifications, appropriate to the skill level of the position, and would allow an incumbent to satisfactorily perform the Essential Functions of the position.
1. Experience in the analysis and application of academic regulations and procedures related to degree evaluation.
2. Experience related to academic curriculum and degree programs.
3. Ability to perform mathematical computations.
4. Experience with working in project management, building data in complex databases, and managing database operations.
5. Ability to solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment, and convey information to key stakeholders.
6. Experience where attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality are critical components.
7. Ability to use and operate a personal computer, reader/printer, copiers, printers, telephone, typewriter, calculator and fax.
8. Knowledge of communication techniques to clearly convey information in both written and verbal formats
9. Ability to evaluate situations and determine the best solution based on present policies and practices
10. Ability to work with Computer Programs, Systems and Databases.
11. Knowledge of policies related to graduate studies (Title V, CSU, CSUS).
12. Experience with working with the following technological programs/tools: CMS, OnBase, EAB, Cognos.
13. Experience reviewing documents for format requirements.
14. Experience delivering with public presentations.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, cover letter and a diversity statement.
Diversity Statement: Sac State holds diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its core values. Please include a statement up to 500 words, discussing your commitment to supporting students, staff, faculty and community members in a diverse University setting.
Failure to upload these documents to the online application may result in disqualification.
About Sac State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre 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. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to student success, diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement, philanthropy, and campus safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
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.
COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:
CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr-empservices@csus.edu
Out of State Employment Policy
Sacramento State University, 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.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
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. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
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 at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.
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