Administrative Support Coordinator II, Department of Anthropology

Job no: 563178
Work type: Staff
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time

Administrative Support Coordinator II, Department of Anthropology

563178

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,367 - $4,454 per month)

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education.

Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is committed to educating students to be culturally, globally, socially, historically, and environmentally astute, civically responsible alumni who are prepared to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. The Anthropology department within the Division of Academic Affairs has a long tradition of excellent undergraduate and graduate education. We offer opportunities for student engagement through student clubs, research with faculty, and service-learning in the community.

We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Administrative Support Coordinator II, Department of Anthropology.

The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Department Chair and with guidance from the Dean’s Office, the Administrative Support Coordinator II provides high-level administrative, operational, and fiscal support for the Department of Anthropology. Leads and coordinates office staff and student assistants; manages sensitive communications and advanced customer service matters; supports departmental reporting, committees, and events; coordinates course scheduling and registration processes across multiple academic terms;

facilitates key aspects of part-time faculty hiring and onboarding in collaboration with campus partners; and oversees complex budget tracking, purchasing, reconciliation, stipends, scholarship, and award payments to support efficient, accurate, and timely departmental operations.

The position is frequently project-oriented and encompasses responsibility for the full scope of assigned activities, from planning and initiation through execution, coordination, implementation, and evaluation. Assignments are performed independently under general direction, with responsibility for the accuracy, quality, and outcomes of the work. The Administrative Support Coordinator II addresses a broad range of operational and procedural administrative challenges that require research, analysis, and evaluation of information to resolve issues, improve processes, and support informed decision-making.

Other duties assigned.

High School diploma or the equivalent and three years of experience in general office, clerical or administrative support work or the equivalent. Training at a vocational school or full-time…