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Job Title

Director of Local and Community Relations

Classification

Administrator II

AutoReqId

553872

Department

Government and Community Relations

Division

Vice President, University Advancement

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,053 - $16,221 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,900 - $8,417 per month)

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development.

We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

As a member of the Titan Community, you’ll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences—including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

Government and Community Relations initiates and maintains Cal State Fullerton's connection and relationship between local, state, and federal officials and the University. The office advocates for the University and acts as a central point for those interested in developing a relationship with the institution. We provide periodic updates to legislative delegations on campus programs and funding priorities, especially during difficult budget times. The office works cooperatively with CSU’s offices of advocacy and state and federal relations. We seek an exceptional individual to join the team as the Director of Local and Community Relations (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Director of Local and Community Relations is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with local elected and appointed officials. Responsible for the recruitment of key university support groups related to community relations and university priorities. Cultivates and develops partnerships with and among these and other entities. Contributes to the strategic planning and directs engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with local government and communities that will support and enhance the University’s goals and enhance its reputation. Collaborate with the Associate Vice President and Senior Director of Government Relations and Advocacy to grow funding streams for impactful programs. Measure and report on the University’s local and regional impact, using data to drive continuous improvement. Meets regularly with a variety of students and campus personnel (faculty, deans/associate deans, administrators, and staff) to match campus expertise with external needs. Develop programs/partnerships to engage individuals/groups in support of campus programs/priorities. Serves as key contact/information gateway for the general community and, as necessary, provides updates on campus projects and priorities affecting campus/external relations. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field and a minimum of five years of direct experience within California (non-profit organization, legislative, state, or federal office or agency). The ideal candidate will be a high energy individual able to work with minimal supervision, exhibiting high levels of attention to detail and follow-through. Previous supervisory/administrative experience and knowledge of governmental processes. Must be able to work with a broad range of constituents through networking and/or strong oral/written communication skills.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with local government officials, specifically in Orange County. Familiarity with Orange County and California state and federal legislative delegations. Knowledge of the County of Orange, Fullerton, Anaheim, Santa Ana, and Placentia areas. Experience in a university/higher education setting; knowledge of working within a larger system and ability to collaborate within the CSU/Chancellor's office.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Must be able to travel to off-campus locations for events, programs, meetings, and other activities as needed. Must be able to work the annual commencement ceremonies.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

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.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.