Job no: 546908
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

POSITION SUMMARY

Join our vibrant team and help shape the future of student development at one of the nation’s top universities. As the Student Life Advisor for the Pierce Greek Life Center, you’ll play a vital role in cultivating the next generation of leaders through innovative programming, strategic advising, and dedicated support to the fraternity and sorority community. Working under the guidance of the Associate Director of the Pierce Greek Life Center, you’ll design and implement impactful programs that promote academic excellence, leadership, changemaking, belonging, and wellbeing—core values that define the student experience.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The Office of the Dean of Students is part of the Campus Life subdivision within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity, and includes the following centers: Campus Assistance, Response, Evaluation, and Support (CARES), Center for Commuter Life, Center for Student Organizations & Activities, Esports Engagement Center, Glazer Center for Leadership & Service, New Student & Parent Programs, Pierce Greek Life Center, and SDSU Connects. The Office of the Dean of Students promotes student growth and leadership development through teaching, advising and intentional personal interactions. The Office of the Dean of Students staff encourages and facilitates opportunities for students to connect and engage in the campus community while striving to provide a safe and inclusive campus environment. In addition, the office supports the Dean of Students in serving as a liaison to the College of Education for the purposes of coordinating Graduate Student Assistants and Graduate Interns from the Masters’ Degree in Postsecondary Educational Leadership, Specialization in Student Affairs.
Through participation in the activities within the Office of the Dean of Students, students are connected to the University through an array of structured and informal learning opportunities. Students are encouraged, supported and empowered to pursue academic success, personal growth, an understanding of diverse human experiences, and compassionate activism on and off campus.
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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 coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. 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.
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.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act with regards to the maintenance of academic and judicial records of individual students.
• Understanding of reporting responsibilities outlined as a “Responsible Employee” and “Campus Security Authority” under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Act.
• Ability to learn and acquire knowledge of Title V, CSU policies and procedures, and University rules and regulations and their application to student organizations, student activities and express and student governance structures.
• Basic workshop and training facilitation skills.
• Ability to effectively use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Applications to create and analyze documents, data, reports, resource materials, and presentations.
• Ability to effectively handle and complete several ongoing projects and activities in a work environment characterized by frequent interruptions.
• Basic experience in program development of student organizations and activities, fraternity and sorority life, leadership programs, cross-cultural identity centers, and student academic success centers.
• At least one (1) year of professional experience working with fraternal organizations and diverse student populations in a higher education setting is preferred.

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.

• Program Development: Design and implement innovative programs focusing on academic excellence, leadership development, and student wellbeing.
• Organizational Advising: Provide strategic guidance to fraternity and sorority organizations.
• Collaborative Leadership: Partner with the Associate Director to enhance the Greek life experience.
• Student Success Support: Support broader student success initiatives across the Dean of Students office.