Job no: 550359
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of San Diego State University’s (SDSU) staff and faculty. Departments include, but are not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Center for Educational Partnerships, Outreach and Success; Communications Services; Counseling and Psychological Services; Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Military Veterans Program; New Student and Parent Programs; Office or the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Ability Success Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well being & Health Promotion; Cultural and Identity Centers; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence.
The Center for Intercultural Relations (CIR) supports the academic, personal, and professional success of all students through multicultural programming, academic advising and support, access to basic needs, and wellness programming. Our center provides a home-like environment for students with several meeting and living spaces for students to hang out, study, and build community with others. All students, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin, who are interested in the CIR are welcome. Learn more by reading SDSU’s Affirming Equal Opportunity statement.
For more information regarding the Center for Intercultural Relations department, click here.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.
A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to develop and deliver training and education workshops.
• Documented experience developing and coordinating programs and events. Knowledge, sensitivity, and understanding of the social, political, personal, and cross-cultural needs of students from various backgrounds.
• Ability to effectively administer and coordinate a variety of concurrent and ongoing activities.
• Knowledge and experience working with varied and diverse populations of students.
• Experience in student advising is preferred.
• Possesses leadership qualities such as: proactiveness, vision, being a self-starter, positivity and creativity.
• Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

• Developing and evaluating programs that support academic success, leadership development, and multicultural education
• Mentoring and advising students, with a focus on equity, identity, and intersectionality
• Coordinating events and initiatives that promote social justice, inclusion, and belonging
• Supporting student assistants in program design and delivery
• Serving as a resource for sensitive equity-related concerns and student support
• Representing CIR on campus-wide committees and promoting student excellence through events and communications