Native American and Indigenous Resource Center Coordinator (Student Services Professional III)

Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
Fullerton, California 92831 United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 22, 2024
  • Education and Training
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    Job Title

    Native American and Indigenous Resource Center Coordinator

    Classification

    Student Services Professional III

    AutoReqId

    544372

    Department

    Diversity Initiatives and Resource Center

    Division

    Diversity and Equity

    Salary Range

    Classification Range $5,276 - $7,517 per month

    (Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,276 - $5,750 per month)

    Appointment Type

    Ongoing

    Time Base

    Full Time

    Work Schedule

    Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    About CSUF

    Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the 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:

    Diversity Initiatives and Resource Centers (DIRC) supports students by building communities that foster a sense of belonging, creating opportunities to engage in self-discovery and critical inquiry, and serving as a hub for resources in inclusive and affirming spaces. We create engagement opportunities that empower, educate, and activate students in the areas of social justice, equity, and anti-racism. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Native American and Indigenous Resource Center Coordinator (Student Services Professional III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

    DIRC is housed in the Division of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion and an entity within the portfolio of the Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer. Our signature events include welcome events, community building and identity development, history and heritage month events, educational programming, and the end of year cultural recognition celebrations.

    Under the direct supervision of the Director of DIRC, the Native American and Indigenous Resource Center Coordinator will have demonstrated experience working with Native and Indigenous students on their education and social support needs, transitional issues, as they navigate the campus community. This individual in this role must show a level of cultural competence and experience to navigate potential problems that Native and Indigenous (NAI) students face and strong understanding of Native and Indigenous communities to help and empower NAI students.

    The Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day activities and operations of the Native American and Indigenous resource center (NAIRC) which includes but not limited to management of center budgets, implementation of programs and services, evaluation, and assessment of NAIRC programs, engagements with campus and community stakeholders, and the recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of student assistant staff. The Coordinator will develop a strategic plan to enhance the Titan Experience for NAI students through programs, services, and collaborations with relevant campus stakeholders invested in the success of our NAI students on campus (e.g., Inter-Tribal Student Council, M.E.Ch.A., Outreach and Recruitment, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and other relevant campus departments). The Coordinator will design, evaluate, assess, and implement all student programming and services offered through the NAIRC resource center including campus wide programming focused on education and dialogue, community building, and identity development. Additionally, the Coordinator will create and implement large scale NAIRC programming including an annual welcome event, cultural recognition celebration, and the Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month activities in alignment to the department’s program model that promotes culturally relevant personal, academic, and professional development.

    The individual in this role will research current issues as it relates to college students who identify as Native American and Indigenous and use this information to inform ongoing programming and services offered by the NAIRC center. This position will serve as a partner and work collaboratively with a wide variety of departments and partners across the university community to develop effective programs, and services that complement the co-curricular experience of students. Represents the center at campus wide events, including but not limited to open house, and orientation. Promote attendance by tracking attendance and collecting data from participants and events to support monthly, quarterly, and annual division reports. Additionally, the Coordinator will assist with the development of center publication, social media, and other communications to enhance the visibility of the center and its services on campus.

    The coordinator will also oversee the strategic goals and mission of the NAIRC in direct alignment with the Fullerton Forward CSUF Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Division of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives and Resource Center missions and goals. This position will work collaboratively with a wide variety of departments and partners across the university community to develop effective programs and services that promote culturally relevant academic excellence, personal and professional development to our Native and Indigenous students that support the connection of identity and success at Cal State Fullerton. As a team member within the DIRC, the Native American and Indigenous Coordinator will assist with programs and initiatives throughout the department as needed. Participates in applicable meetings, committees, and training. Assists with interviewing, hiring, mentoring, and training student assistants. Other duties as assigned.

    Diversity Statement

    A Diversity 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 diversity means to you

    • A description of your experiences with a diverse range of individuals

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

    Essential Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution plus three years of professional student services work in the field. A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university and the appropriate internship or clinical training in a relevant field may be substituted for three years of the required professional experience.

    Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise, and organize programs and activities. Ability to interact with a diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the public. Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters. Ability to complete assignments without detailed instructions. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and the overall organization.

    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

    Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Higher Education or a job-related field. Experience working with student organizations, as well as with program planning and implementation, training design, and student development program delivery. Experience directing highly visible areas. Experience planning and implementing co-curricular programs. Experience developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with a variety of constituents. Experience working with a wide array of diverse populations. Prior large-scale programming experience, experience in or ability to develop and manage budgets, and experience in or ability to develop and oversee assessment efforts. Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and competency in the areas of diversity education, program development and implementation, student development, assessment and evaluation, student advisement and oversight.

    Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the unique issues that impact Native American and Indigenous students in higher education. Ability to work with faculty and community partners. Ability to develop and facilitate a range of workshops and trainings related to identity and belonging, leadership development, academic enrichment, personal development and professional development. Ability to represent Diversity Initiatives and Resource Centers within Diversity Inclusion Equity Programs, across campus, and within the Division of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion. Demonstrated understanding of the academic culture within the knowledge of relevant issues affecting public four-year institutions.

    Special Working Conditions

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

    Additional Information

    California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

    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 person holding this position is considered a general 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.

    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 a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

    Advertised: Nov 21 2024 Pacific Standard Time
    Applications close: Jan 09 2025 Pacific Standard Time

    Closing Date/Time:
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton
    • Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton

    Mission Statement

    Cal State Fullerton is one of the leading educational institutions in the State of California with the aim of providing career opportunities that help create an environment where a diverse and inclusive community can succeed and thrive. Our goal is to recruit and retain a high-quality and diverse university staff to support this mission and give back to the greater southern California community. Apply now for the chance to become part of the Titan family!

    General Information

    As one of the largest institutions in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton stands on 240 acres in the heart of Southern California and boasts a population of over 40,000 students, staff, and faculty. Our thriving Titan community believes in the inclusivity of diverse perspectives, professional development, and commitment to student success within and beyond our institution.

    We’re proud to be a major force in the intellectual and cultural life of our region, our state and our nation, as well as a catalyst for economic and social mobility. Our excellent staff is proud to be contributing to our student’s success as they discover their purpose and build a Titan reputation.

    Consistently lauded as a top national university, we enable students to not only acquire knowledge, but also discover their purpose. Among other accolades, Cal State Fullerton is recognized for being a leading institution in graduating women, Hispanics, and underrepresented students in the nation. Our highly ranked programs, master faculty and proven track record of educational innovation have cemented our role as a respected, in-demand and go-to-leader far beyond the Southern California region.

    Values

    • People first, contributing to a community of belonging, accommodating to all backgrounds, focused on student success and well-being to improve campus life and activity;
    • Inclusion, embracing and welcoming diversity;
    • Integrity, with the aim of honesty and trustworthiness in all interactions;
    • Diligence, with careful and consistent effort;
    • Innovation, introducing original and creative thinking; and
    • Collaboration, creating better solutions together than we could alone

    Benefits/Perks

    Benefits Overview

    • An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
    • Your choice of dental plans
    • Vision coverage
    • Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
    • Retirement plan through CalPERS
    • Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
    • FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
    • Employee Assistance Program

           For more information on employee health benefits, click here

    At-Home Software

    Our excellent Division of Information Technology offers a variety of software for active faculty and staff members at no cost. Here are a few examples software titles listed below are available for campus, home, or cloud use. Please click here for the full listing.

    • Adobe Creative Cloud
    • Microsoft Office 365
    • DropBox
    • LinkedIn Learning
    • Skype for Business
    • Zoom
    • Windows 10

    Student Recreation Center

    Come visit our renown recreation center, lauded as one of the most luxurious in the country! Our SRC's mission is to provide innovative and inclusive recreational opportunities to inspire the development and well-being of the campus community. Here are a few examples of what our facility offers.

    • Cardio fitness room
    • Multi-court gymnasium
    • Indoor jogging track
    • Multi-purpose activity rooms
    • 1,100 square foot rock wall for bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing
    • Outdoor pool

    Food Court

    Cal State Fullerton houses several different dining options for your convenience, including the following:

    • The Gastronome (Campus Cafeteria)
    • Starbucks
    • Panda Express
    • Baja Fresh
    • Various food trucks
    • Carl's Jr
    • Togos
    • Pieology

    Please click here to view and apply to all of your Cal State Fullerton career options!

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