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Job Summary
The Beach XP Program Coordinator, in collaboration with the Director of Beach XP, plans, implements, and evaluates a first-year learning community to support student engagement, retention, and success. The role involves coordinating student services, promoting inclusive and culturally responsive support, and connecting students to campus resources. Additionally, the coordinator provides administrative support, manages outreach and events, and facilitates peer mentorship to support students in their academic and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
- Programming and Services in collaboration with the Director of Beach XP.
- Collaborate and Integrate Student Support Services: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and other departments to ensure alignment of Beach XP programming with institutional goals.
- Data Management and Program Evaluation: Assess programs, services, and activities by collecting, tracking, and analyzing data on student engagement, persistence, and success to enhance student achievement and evaluate the effectiveness of the programming.
- Strategic Communication and Training: Develop and disseminate communication materials, newsletters, presentations, and digital resources to promote Beach XP activities, support students’ sense of belonging and engagement.
Department
Beach XP
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Classification
Student Services Professional II
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
- Hiring Rate: The hiring rate for this position is $5,083
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,083 (Step #1) - $7,228 (Step #20) per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Maintain cooperative, proactive working relationships across departments and with external partners. Skilled in conflict mediation and maintaining professionalism in high-pressure or challenging situations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team. Collaborates with colleagues in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and other departments to support aligned programming. Promotes community-building and cross-campus collaboration to enhance holistic student success. Strong time management and project coordination skills; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently. Experience in organizing and implementing programs and services that support student achievement and engagement.
Skilled in managing complex, evolving information and logistics to minimize delays and ensure smooth operations. Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make data-informed recommendations to improve programs and resolve issues.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel) and web-based platforms. Experienced with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), including course design, module troubleshooting, and content delivery. Collects, tracks, and analyzes student data to assess program effectiveness and enhance student persistence and success. Familiarity with higher education structures, student development theory, and best practices in student support and retention. Applies human-centered, culturally responsive, and inclusive design principles to all programming. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in higher education. Experience designing and delivering programming for diverse and multicultural student populations.
Ability to write clearly and synthesize complex information for reports, newsletters, grants, and strategic communications. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
REQUIRED:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas.
PREFERRED:
•Master's in counseling, student personnel or other related social sciences is highly preferred.
•Demonstrated experience working in a university setting advising students and developing and planning co-curricular activities and programs for college students.
• Experience working in a multicultural university environment.
• Demonstrated experience handling sensitive matters involving groups or individuals with tact and discretion.
• Demonstrated programming skills, preferably in student leadership.
• Demonstrated experience to plan for and manage simultaneous complex projects.
• Demonstrated counseling and mediation skills.
• Demonstrated experience problem-solving across University departments and with external governing bodies.
• Experience with on-site monitoring of complex student programs with large attendance.
Application Procedures
Click “Apply Now” to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB 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 satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
The person holding this position is 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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, 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 in the State of California.
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.