Working Title: Student Service Advisor
Classification Title: Student Services Professional IB
Posting Details
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Monday, May 29th @ 11:55pm PST
Hiring Preference
Not Applicable
Position Summary
Under general supervision of the Associate Director, the Student Services Professional IB performs moderately complex professional student service work. Assignments typically require the application of both knowledge and judgment in using the principles, techniques, standards, guides and professional skills characteristic of a particular student service program or activity. This generally requires analysis of individual student needs using established guidelines, regulations, and precedents.
The Student Service Center provides current, prospective, and alumni students with a wide range of information and transactions related to enrollment, registration, and financial matters. The Center is often the first point of contact for students entering Lassen Hall and offers many services and referrals to other areas of Student Affairs and the University, including “home offices” such as Academic Advising, Financial aid, the Registrar’s Office, and various academic colleges.
This position is responsible for providing student assistance on behalf of the home offices served and supported by the Student Service Center. The incumbent needs to be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population and is expected to maintain the highest level of student service that includes accuracy, accountability, empathy, active listening, effective problem solving, and security and confidentiality for all student records.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,066 per month (Anticipated hiring range is at the minimum of the Classification Salary Range)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,066 per month - $5,752 per month
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Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary)
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Work hours may vary depending on department need.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Working knowledge of the methods and problems of organization and program management; research and interviewing techniques; principles of individual and group behavior; the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge of the organization, procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned; and the basic principles, practices and major trends in the Student Services field to which assigned.
Ability to rapidly acquire a working knowledge of the specific objectives of the campus Student Services program and its relationship to the total campus operation; interpret and apply program rules and regulations; gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; present clear and concise information orally and in written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations and other private and public agencies.
Experience:
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level. Equivalent amounts of graduate level job‑related education may be substituted for the required experience.
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.
Experience
- University student services experience (e.g., advising, admissions, student programming or development)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment subject to frequent change
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide services to a diverse student population
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment
- Proficiency using standard office software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
- Familiarity working with school-based record/data systems/software (e.g., PeopleSoft)
- Ability to apply moderately complex rules, regulations and procedures
Conditions of Employment
- Ability to successfully pass background check
- Knowledge of Financial Aid federal/state regulations
- Knowledge of Registration and Admissions policies and procedures in the California State University System
- Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Experience working with at-risk students
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter.
Failure to upload required documentation 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. One variation of background check required could be a LiveScan screening, which involves submitting fingerprints at a certified LiveScan Service Center.
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.
Eligibility Verification
Selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.