Associate Program Director for Student Organizations, Center for Student Organizations & Activities (Student Services Professional IV)

CSU Careers • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director for the Center for Student Organizations & Activities, the Associate Program Director for Student Organizations provides leadership for student organization compliance, support, and harm reduction efforts across campus. This position oversees key processes related to recognized student organizations, event permitting, and alternative programming, while providing work directions to staff and advising student leaders and organizations. The incumbent collaborates extensively with campus partners, Associated Students, and departments within the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity to support a vibrant, compliant, and inclusive student organization environment. The role also supports university-wide compliance with statutory, CSU, and SDSU policies and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related.
• Possession of the below required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems.
• A master’s degree in counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.
• A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling, guidance or a job-related field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional, personal or career counseling.
• Knowledge of FERPA, Title IX, and the Jeanne Clery Act, including Responsible Employee and Campus Security Authority reporting responsibilities.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply Title V, CSU policies, and university regulations related to student organizations, student activities, governance, and policy enforcement.
• Strong understanding of student development theory and Student Affairs best practices, including advising students individually and in groups and supporting student learning outcomes.
• Experience developing, implementing, assessing, and managing student programs and events, including leadership, cultural, and co-curricular initiatives, with effective use of technology.
• Ability to collaborate across campus and with external partners, including student government, fraternity and sorority life, academic and student affairs departments, and community agencies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills, including public speaking, training/workshop facilitation, conflict mediation, and consensus-building.
• Demonstrated initiative, judgment, and organizational skills, with the ability to provide work direction to staff, manage multiple responsibilities, make informed decisions, and carry actions through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance, training, and harm reduction initiatives for student organizations through advising, programming, and education.
• Oversee recognized student organization processes, including registration, recognition, and event permitting.
• Provide work direction and support to staff, and serve as a mentor and advisor to students, organization leaders, and advisors.
• Collaborate with campus partners and Division departments to coordinate programming and support student engagement initiatives.
• Provide project-based support and back-up generalist assistance to programs within the Office of the Dean of Students, as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director