McNair Program Coordinator, Student Services Professional III, Temporary

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Monday, December 22, 2025. In your cover letter, please describe your experience administering complex student research programs at an institution of higher education with a focus on supporting historically underrepresented ethnic minority communities and first‑generation college students. Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Reporting to the Senior Director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) and with additional lead work direction from the Director of the McNair Scholars Program, the McNair Research Coordinator performs complex Student Services professional work characterized by independent student advisement, guidance, and provides academic support services to McNair Research program participants. The incumbent coordinates distinct program components or special programs;

participates in the planning and execution of a variety of instructional activities; and provides resources and training that help program‑eligible students from underrepresented groups apply for and gain acceptance to graduate programs.

• Master’s degree in an academic discipline within the sciences, social sciences, or humanities.
• Experience with counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution, demonstrated through equivalent of 3 years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience.
• Preferred one year of experience working with low‑income, first‑generation, and/or underrepresented minority students.
• Preferred experience coordinating academic programs or subprograms and event coordination.
• Intermediate proficiency with computers, Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required.
• Preferred knowledge of publishing software and People Soft.

This is a full‑time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period. Starting salary depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $5,540 to $6,069 per month.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

The University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporter:
This position may be considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside…