Division of Academic Affairs
Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt I
*** Temporary Position anticipated through June 30, 2025. ***
THIS IS A GRANT SUPPORTED POSITION SUBJECT TO ANNUAL RENEWAL OF GRANT FUNDS-NO PERMANENT APPOINTMENT WILL BE REACHED FROM THIS POSITION.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Assists the Channel Your Success Activity Manager with administering the day-to-day operations of student success programming related to the “Advancing a Culture of Completion” grant activity, including elements of the ASSET Scholars Program, Enhancing Student Research (ESR) initiative, and the Channel Your Success Student Success Campaign. ESRC is responsible to independently plan, design, implement, and evaluate culturally relevant academic student success curriculum for undergraduate research activities. Develops and maintains cross-divisional working relationships representing the department in cross- institutional collaborative initiatives.
Provides staffing support for the implementation of the Enhancing Student Research activity in partnership with the Student Research Faculty Lead to help promote early exposure to student research skills across the curriculum, particularly those that are transferrable knowledge and skills applicable to the workforce. Coordinates the technical logistics of the Student Research Toolbox & provides staffing support to coordinate the student research space/office and student success activities.
Supports the oversight and tracking of the ESR initiative as well as organizes and develops activities to enhance the academic success students involved in research activities. Develops, implements, and evaluates a variety of general and specialized program and training materials based on research of best practices. Hires, trains, and provides lead work direction and assignments for student assistants serving as Research Peer Mentors. Leads and facilitates training workshops and professional development sessions to ensure mentors are knowledgeable and skilled in implementing academic success educational enrichment activities.
Responsible for implementing activity evaluation plan including dissemination of surveys, coordination of data collection and analysis of assessment data and applying theoretical knowledge of student engagement, educational equity and opportunity, and best practices of college readiness, academic success, and college preparation to underserved, first-generation and underrepresented minority students. Accountable for reporting quarterly progress towards project goals and objectives, and independently tracking participant data according to CI and federal reporting guidelines and maintains records to achieve programmatic goals and desired results. Will participate in regular Project staff meetings, trainings, professional development, presentations, and project reporting/tacking functions. Occasionally works evenings and weekends to support student events and programming as needed. Performs tasks on special events/projects as well as additional related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counseling, or related field and 2 years combined experience with administering outreach & counseling programs in higher education settings; thorough knowledge of and the ability to apply extensive expertise in the administration of grant-funded projects & experience working with students from Historically Underrepresented Groups (HUGs).
Demonstrated expertise in administrative survey techniques, operations and systems analysis, statistical research methods, and the ability to interpret and evaluate results to develop sound conclusions and recommend new or revised policies. Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions. Excellent organizational, multitasking, and prioritizing skills. Must be detail oriented. Must be dependable, punctual, and able to communicate effectively with a variety of people, including, but not limited to; students, faculty, staff, guests, and administrators. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Administrative experience, fast learner, and ability to multi-task. Computer literate.
Occasional travel, flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Must have advanced Microsoft Office Suite and other software skills (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe Suite, iOS and social media).
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student information at all times (as per FERPA).
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.
Hiring Salary: $4,598 per month
