Admission Advisor/Program Liaison

Admission Advisor/Program Liaison

Job No: 512362
Work Type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services

Working Title: Admission Advisor/Program Liaison

Classification Title: Student Services Professional 1B

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, April 10th @ 11:55pm

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Senior Associate Director, the Admission Advisor/Program Liaison will recruit students for University enrollment and represent Sacramento State at various educational and community programs, events and activities. The incumbent will act as a University liaison to the 1300 Campaign and serve as Sacramento State's point of contact for the College for All initiative, the 1300 Campaign and Improve Your Tomorrow. While specific programs and initiatives may change over time, the programs will emphasize recruitment, retention and success of historically underserved and marginalized groups. The incumbent is responsible for serving as an advocate for students in these programs and providing resources to prospective students, program representatives, high school and community college counselors and Sacramento State departments and programs to help students see the opportunities available through higher education, build a successful path or be admitted, and to assist students with a smooth transition to Sacramento State.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,796 - $5,369 per month

Hiring Range: Anticipated hiring range is near the minimum of the classification salary range, commensurate with candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Salary Grade/Range: 2

Recruitment Type: Temporary

Time Base: Full-Time

Pay Plan: 12 months

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; occasional evenings and weekends

Department Information

Admission and Outreach sponsors and coordinates numerous recruitment activities and offers prospective and current students individual and group admission counseling and accurate, efficient document processing. For more information visit: https://www.csus.edu/apply/admissions/

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Required Qualifications

1. Ability to understand, embrace, and communicate Sacramento State marketing messages.

2. Knowledge of recruiting and marketing (in a university or other settings).

3. General Knowledge of admissions, financial aid and other kinds of services offered by universities (e.g. Affinity and Equity Programs, Housing, Campus Life, Career Services, etc.).

4. Ability to work and thrive in a diverse work environment and recognize multicultural, multisexed, and multiaged value systems.

5. Ability to use standard office equipment and standard software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) Explorer, FireFox, Safari etc.), various online academic resources {i.e., CalStateApply, CollegeSource, Assist, etc.}.

6. Ability to make decisions and discuss potential implications for students and related service offices.

7. Ability to describe effective (and ineffective) strategies for communicating with constituents, colleagues, partners and the campus community.

8. Flexible schedule and ability to travel if needed.

Conditions of Employment

A background check must be satisfactorily completed post-conditional offer.

Ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

9. Experience recruiting students from various backgrounds towards higher education

10. Knowledge of Freshman and Transfer Admission Requirements in the California State University System

11. Experience working with diverse students: first generation and low-income student populations, or in an affinity or equity program.

12. Bilingual (e.g. English/Spanish/Hmong, etc.)

Required Licenses/Certifications

Driver's license and DMV driving record

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and cover letter

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 https://www.csus.edu/experience/student-success/" href="https://www.csus.edu/experience/student-success/">student success, https://www.csus.edu/diversity-inclusion/" href="https://www.csus.edu/diversity-inclusion/">diversity, equity and inclusion, https://www.csus.edu/experience/anchor-university/" href="https://www.csus.edu/experience/anchor-university/">community engagement, https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/" href="https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/">philanthropy, and https://www.csus.edu/campus-safety/" href="https://www.csus.edu/campus-safety/">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.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/your-hr/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/compliance/hr-compliance/mandatory-dhr-training.html .

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 U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency (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.


Advertised: March 25, 2022 (8:00 AM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/512362/admission-advisorprogram-liaison


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