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Position Summary
This role functions as the Graduate Programs Coordinator for the Master’s and Joint Doctoral Programs within the Department of Geography. Responsibilities include supporting graduate advisors, guiding students through correct procedures, and handling travel processing for the department. The position also involves close collaboration with the lead Administrative Support Coordinator II.
Additionally, the role acts as a liaison between UCSB, the department, and SDSU administration to ensure a smooth transition between the two campuses for the joint doctoral program. This includes coordinating times, schedules, and travel for dissertation defenses with UCSB staff.
This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits-eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
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Department Summary
The SDSU Geography Department offers six Undergraduate programs with concentrations in human and physical geography and methodological technologies, three Masters programs and a Ph.D. The department now offers two new MS/BS program in Geographic Information Science and Watershed science. The department also houses two interdisciplinary programs: BA in Urban Studies (with 4 specializations) and a new MS program in Big Data Analysis. The Department’s Ph.D. program was recently ranked 7th nationally by Academic Analytics. The Department also offers a Certificate Program in GIS and exchange programs with the Universities of Münster, Taiwan, and the National Technology University of Norway, as well as collaborative exchange programs with Carinthia University of Applied Science in Austria.
The Geography Department’s support staff currently consists of one Administrative Coordinator II and one Administrative Support Coordinator I, as well as work-study and student assistant positions.
For more information regarding the Geography Department, click here.
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Education and Experience
Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.
These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.
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Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $3,864 per month.
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.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,864 - $6,072 per month.
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Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
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Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 1, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by July 31, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
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 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Eurick Hilario at echilario@sdsu.edu.
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