Position Summary

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Center for Educational Partnerships, Outreach and Success; Communications Services; Counseling & Psychological Services; Cultural and Identity Centers; Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Military Veterans Program; New Student and Parent Programs; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Ability Success Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence.

Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity

The Division works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through:

• Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world;

• Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds;

• Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff; and

• Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically:

“The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.”

The Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) is a department within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. ODOS promotes student growth and leadership development through teaching, advising and intentional personal interactions. ODOS staff encourage and facilitate opportunities for students to connect and engage in the campus community while striving to provide a safe and inclusive campus environment. In addition, the office supports the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students in serving as Liaison to the College of Education for the purposes of coordinating Graduate Student Assistants and Graduate Interns from the Masters’ Degree in Postsecondary Educational Leadership, Specialization in Student Affairs.

The Glazer Center for Leadership & Service within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. The Glazer Center promotes student growth and leadership development through teaching, advising and intentional personal interactions. Through participation in the activities within the Glazer Center for Leadership & Service, students are connected to the University through an array of structured and informal learning opportunities focused on leadership development, co-curricular programming, and community service.

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of the Glazer Center for Leadership & Service, the Advisor for the Glazer Center for Leadership & Service facilitates the consultation, guidance, mentorship, leadership, support, and coordination on SDSU’s leadership and community service projects. The position’s main focuses will include community service, leadership and advising. This is done through programming and advising efforts, to SDSU students, including student organizations and fraternity and sororities; and developing and supporting co-curricular opportunities, events and programs to enhance student engagement, pride, and sense of community.

The Student Life Advisor is responsible for completion of program-related tasks or projects assigned by the appropriate administrator. The Student Life Advisor in this position also provides back-up generalist support to other advisors within the department, including Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Organizations & Activities, Commuter Life, Student Success Fee and programs that support retention, academic excellence and enhance graduation rates.

Evening and weekend work are routinely part of this position.

This is a full-time, temporary position anticipated to end on or before June 30, 2023, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated 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. and some evenings and weekends, but may vary based on operational needs.

This position is physically located at the SDSU Main Campus.

Education and Experience

Education:

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 above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:

Possession of the 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 professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, or Social Work

• One year of experience in University-based student activities, student development, leadership education, or civic education/community service programs

• Experience advising and/or counseling students in an academic or co-curricular setting

• Experience working with a large diverse student population

• Ability to design and implement programs and services to meet identified student needs and campus needs

Specialized Skills

• Must be available to work routine nights and weekends.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,610 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: $4,610 - $6,556 per month.

SDSU Vaccine Policy

In accordance with the California State University systemwide policy, students, faculty, and staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a valid medical or religious exemption in order to access campus. An individual is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose of a two-shot vaccine or two weeks after the first dose of a single-shot vaccine. Afterward a COVID-19 booster is required to continue to be considered fully vaccinated.

The individual hired into this role will be required to submit their completed vaccination documentation to the university’s secure online health portal prior to beginning work. Individuals with an approved medical or religious exemption on file with the university will be required to participate in SDSU’s COVID-19 testing program.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on October 21, 2022. To receive full consideration, apply by October 20, 2022. 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 before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.