Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - Martin Luther King, Jr. Black Student Resource Center

Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - Martin Luther King, Jr. Black Student Resource Center

Job no: 560629
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC
- Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the MLK Program Coordinator/Student Academic Success Counselor and with close supervision of the Director. During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the APCT is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

The incumbent assists the Program Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience.

This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APCT will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees.

Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

$4,150 per month. Anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range.

$4,150 per month - $5,076 per month

Temporary (1-Year Limited Duration. Possibility for reclassification into the SSP IB classification for an additional 1-year appointment.)

Full-Time

Monday
- Friday 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends dependent on department need.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Black Student Resource Center is a central hub that fosters an ethos of academic success, enriching the scholarly experience, the community, and the world. Inspired by the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Center sets a tone of transformation and lifelong growth that empowers students to pursue excellence and purpose. The Center partners with campus and community organizations to offer robust cultural programming that fosters belonging, promotes student inclusion, and cultivates cultural empowerment.

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Knowledge and Abilities:
Working knowledge of basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally;

write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.

Experience:

None required.

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. 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.

• Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior
• Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information
• Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing
• Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to participate in and contribute…