EOP First- Coordinator; Student Services Professional III

Job no: 562643
Work type: Staff
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

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Department Summary:

Under the general direction of the Associate Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), the EOP First-Year Experience (FYE) Coordinator independently performs complex professional student services work requiring independent judgment, comprehensive student advisement, program planning, and coordination that supports the academic achievement, persistence, and graduation of historically low-income, first-generation, and educationally disadvantaged students. The incumbent serves as the lead advisor for first-time freshmen, coordinates the EOP First-Year Experience and Summer Bridge programs, provides holistic advising and case management, supervises paraprofessional student staff, and collaborates with campus partners to develop innovative, equity-minded programs that promote student success.

The position utilizes assessment, student success data, and best practices to continuously improve programming and student outcomes while advancing the mission of California State University, Chico and the Educational Opportunity Program.

Required

Education and Experience:

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.
AND
Three years of full-time professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth.

*A Master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.
Additional specialized experience which demonstrates the applicant has successfully applied the knowledge and abilities of a Student Services professional may also be substituted for required education on a year-for year basis.

Preferences:

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Experience developing training programs for professional staff.
• Experience in Freshman Year Experience programs and/or diversity.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

CSU Classification Salary Range: $66,480 - $94,716 per year.

Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

Education Code 89521 Requirements:
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