Position Summary

The Coordinator for AANHPISI Affairs supports the mission and strategic initiatives of the Office for AANHPISI Affairs & APIDA Center within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity at San Diego State University. Reporting to the Executive Director for AANHPISI Affairs, this position advances student success, outreach, and inclusion initiatives serving Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students.

In this role, the Coordinator will:

• Provide coordinated care academic advising and expand the caseload of student advisees. 
• Develop and support academic success initiatives, including tutoring, mentoring, and intervention programs.
• Lead and implement community college outreach efforts to increase enrollment, yield, and retention of underserved student populations.
• Design and coordinate culturally responsive leadership and career preparedness programming in collaboration with Career Services.
• Support CSU AANHPI Student Achievement Program (ASAP) initiatives, including data collection, reporting, marketing, and campus-wide programming.

This position plays a key role in enhancing academic achievement, leadership development, belonging, persistence, and graduation outcomes for AANHPISI students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate academic success initiatives, including advising, academic interventions, data tracking, and program assessment.
• Develop and implement community college outreach strategies to strengthen recruitment pipelines and increase enrollment of underserved student populations.
• Design and support culturally responsive leadership and career development programs.
• Support CSU ASAP-funded programs through data management, reporting, outreach, and student engagement efforts.
• Assist with operational functions of the Office for AANHPISI Affairs & APIDA Center, including representation, programming, and strategic initiative support.

Why You Should Apply:

• Make a meaningful impact advancing equity, access, and student success for AANHPISI communities.
• Work in a mission-driven environment committed to belonging, inclusive excellence, and culturally responsive programming.
• Gain experience in advising, outreach development, program coordination, and student success data initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to strengthen recruitment and retention pipelines.
• Contribute to transformative student-centered initiatives within a federally designated AANAPISI institution.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment. 
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not 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.  
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advance notice.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Office for AANHPISI Affairs & APIDA Center advances student success initiatives aligned with SDSU’s federally designated Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANHPISI) status. The Office works to strengthen outreach, academic success, leadership development, research engagement, and belonging for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students.

Through coordinated advising, community college partnerships, culturally responsive programming, and data-informed strategies, the Office supports enrollment, retention, persistence, and graduation efforts. The Center collaborates closely with academic departments, campus partners, and community organizations to ensure students are supported holistically and positioned for long-term success.

Housed within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity, the Office contributes to SDSU’s broader commitment to inclusive excellence and institutional transformation.

For more information regarding AANHPISI Affairs, click here.

Education and Experience

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. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Possession of the required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful professional experience in a post-baccalaureate setting, reflecting reliability, accountability, and strong performance.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies and maintain professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when responding to sensitive or complex situations.
• Experience assessing, designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and policies, including coordinating multiple concurrent initiatives effectively and independently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail, follow-through, and the ability to manage ongoing projects with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of and experience supporting diverse student populations, including advising or mentoring students who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander and familiarity with related histories and contemporary issues.
• Demonstrated growth mindset and adaptability, including openness to feedback, flexibility with evolving priorities, and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 - $7,228/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $5,083/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

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. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU 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. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by March 11, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and 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.

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Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.