Job Title

Transfer and Black Student Success Advisor

Classification

Student Services Professional II

AutoReqId

542790

Department

Center for Careers in Teaching

Sub-Division

College of Education

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,841 - $6,884 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,841 - $5,352 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The College of Education is home to more than 1200 credential and graduate students. The College of Education’s work focuses on closing the opportunity gap. The College’s impact is notable given the fact that we credential the largest number of teachers of any public institution in the state of California and have the largest Ed.D. program in the California State University (CSU) system. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Educational Leadership team as the Transfer and Black Student Success Advisor (Student Services Professional II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Center for Careers in Teaching (CCT), provides advisement and support to prospective students interested in becoming a teacher in California, including a focus on underrepresented student populations in teacher preparation. Establishes and maintains regular contact and collaborative relationships with counselors, advisors, and faculty on campus and at regional community colleges. Represents the Center for Careers in Teaching at recruitment, yield, and retention activities - both off-site and on campus. Coordinates scheduling of recruitment and advisement activities at regional community college campuses. Coordinates annual Community College Counselor conference to support advising of future teachers at the community colleges. Utilizes university and department policies and procedures to assist students with the selection of classes, progress toward degree and preparation for a teacher preparation program. Maintains database of potential future teachers and develops programming to support students. Provides quarterly progress and summary reports of student recruitment and success activities. Supports the development and execution of strategic recruitment and retention goals in support of the overall College of Education strategic plan. Recruitment and retention efforts must aim to diversify teacher preparation programs to reflect the populations served in our region and beyond. One of the focus areas will be on the CSU Chancellor’s office Initiative focused on Black student success. Provides support for all programs sponsored by the CCT and the College of Education Student Success Team. Maintains the Center's database, website, social media and promotional materials applicable to Community Colleges. Participates in applicable meetings, committees, and training. Other duties as assigned.

Diversity Statement

All College of Education students leave with a perspective that recognizes, acknowledges, and respects the knowledge and strengths all students bring from their communities (e.g., cultural, ethnic, disability, and linguistic). This perspective is known as Just Equitable and Inclusive Education (JEIE) and is evident in all our programs. College of Education students use this perspective to make community-based assets an integral component of curricular and pedagogical development. In this way, our graduates learn to value and draw upon students’ backgrounds not only to support them in developing skills leading to success in the broader society, but also as a mechanism to transform our communities. We believe that all faculty and staff who work for the college must share these same commitments.

Click here http: https://ed.fullerton.edu/jeie/ to learn more about Just, Equitable and Inclusive Education (JEIE).

It is required that you provide a JEIE statement that demonstrates your commitment to Just, Equitable and Inclusive Education. Your application will be considered incomplete without this requirement. Please be sure to address the following:

• What diversity means to you.

• A description of your experiences with a diverse range of students/people.

• A description of how issues of diversity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public administration, business administration or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or a related field. A Master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. Additional specialized and relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational management, research, and interview techniques. Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations, obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews, and advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters. Ability to reason logically and use initiative in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements. Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise, and organize programs and activities. Ability to interact with a diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the public. Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and of the overall organization.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of CSU general education and graduation requirements. Knowledge of and familiarity with CMS/People Soft and transfer articulation agreements. Knowledge of and familiarity with contents of university catalog and other publications pertaining to transfer patterns and admission to the teacher credential programs. Experience developing and implementing programs to support student success. Familiarity with computer software programs to track student success. Previous experience promoting teacher preparation programs and working with community colleges. Ability to compile, collect, and analyze data for program review and annual reports. Excellent public speaking skills. Demonstrated success in programming focused on African American / Black students’ retention and recruitment.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License. Reliable means of transportation. 

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Ability to lift and carry program materials (up to 50 pounds) with or without accommodation.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
 
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
 
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 
 
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).