Job No. 550708 ASI Leadership and Programs Coordinator

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Student Services Professional II

UNION CODE: R04

TEMPORARY END DATE: This position is temporary and ends on or before June 30, 2026. Any continuation beyond June 30, 2026 is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

• FT/PT: Full-time   
• PAY PLAN: 12-month   
• WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)
• ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,083 per month
• CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $5,083 - $7,228
• PAY BASIS: Monthly  

BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more!  See our benefits website for additional information.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Open to all qualified applicants

POSITION PURPOSE: Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) at California State University, Bakersfield seeks to assist in the protection of the rights and interests of individual students and the student body as a whole. ASI exists to provide the official voice through which students’ opinions and issues may be expressed regarding university and statewide affairs, while also providing resources and programs that encourage leadership development and broaden social, educational, political, and cultural awareness for the betterment of the students.

Under the general supervision of the ASI Executive Director, the ASI Leadership and Programs Coordinator provides coordination and support for student leadership activities, assists in the implementation of leadership development initiatives, and facilitates event logistics for ASI programs. The incumbent offers up to moderately complex guidance to student leaders on university procedures, time management, and program implementation; supports administrative and budget tracking processes; contributes to ASI communication and outreach efforts; and collaborates with campus and community partners to encourage student involvement in co-curricular activities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Advising & Leadership Development

1. Advise students within the ASI Campus Life Committee and members of ASI’s Rowdy Bunch Program, mentoring student leaders in planning events, setting goals, and developing leadership and communication skills.
2. Provide individual and group advisement to ASI Board members and student assistants on time management, student advocacy, university procedures, and event implementation.
3. Assist in the development and logistics of ASI Orientations, ASI Executive Officer Retreats, and ASI Board Retreats. Attend all ASI-related retreats and conferences.   
4. Conduct one-on-one check-ins with student leaders to assist with assessing progress, addressing challenges, and promoting personal and professional growth.
5. Work with the ASI Vice President of Finance and the Director of Accounting-Student Affairs to monitor/review the ASI Budget in preparation for quarterly ASI budget reports to the Board of Directors and support students in understanding financial procedures and responsibilities.

Programs & Activities Support

1. Assist with coordinating ASI signature programs and initiatives in collaboration with student leaders, including logistics, scheduling, and program assessment.
2. Serve as an ASI representative on campus-wide event planning committees and help to facilitate collaboration between ASI and campus partners to ensure successful program delivery.  
3. In coordination with the ASI Vice President of Campus Life, assist with developing and promoting various programs related to social, educational, and cultural programs in alignment with the ASI mission.
4. Assist with monitoring and tracking the ASI programming budget with the ASI Vice President of Campus Life to ensure accurate reporting and documenting of expenses.
5. Support the ASI Graphic Designer Student Assistant with the promotion of ASI programs, meetings, and events.
6. Serve as a primary contact for vendors involved with ASI programs and the onsite professional staff at all ASI and campus collaborative events (some evening and weekend events required).

Campus Engagement & Connections

1. Provide support for collaborative programming opportunities between ASI, University departments, and community organizations by identifying opportunities and sharing ideas to broaden student involvement and expand co-curricular learning opportunities.
2. Support outreach initiatives that help raise awareness of ASI programs and encourage student engagement across different areas of campus life.
3. Develop and sustain strong relationships with key campus stakeholders to support mutual goals and encourage student involvement in shared initiatives.
4. Support efforts to enhance and expand upon campus traditions that strengthen student identity and school spirit.

Operations & Communications Support

1. Maintain and organize all ASI documents and digital records, ensuring consistent and accurate information management.    
2. Oversee ASI’s social media presence, coordinating posts, campaigns, and updates that promote student involvement and highlight ASI initiatives.
3. Assist in updating the department’s webpages ensuring content is current, relevant, and accessible.  
4. Coordinate the recruitment and hiring process for ASI student leaders and student assistants in compliance with university and ASI procedures.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or job-related field and two (2) years of recent related experience. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the appropriate knowledge, and abilities may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s) –

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned.
• General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management.
• General knowledge of research and interview techniques and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
• Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
• Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
• Ability to obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.
• Ability to advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required.
• Ability to recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly.
• Ability to rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. 
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.
• Knowledge of and skill in budgeting, fiscal management, and reporting.
• Ability to plan and coordinate student programs/activities.
• Ability to motivate, advise, and work well with college students.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of student development.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
• Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work occasional holidays and adjust working hours to meet special jobs.  May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in educational counseling, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment possessing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: LIGHT WORK – involves mainly sitting, up to 25% standing or walking; lifting medium weight objects limited to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: N/A

Special Conditions:

SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) 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 satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.

MANDATED REPORTER: General: The person holding this position is considered a general 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, revised July 21, 2017.

GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations.  State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

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, the CSU Bakersfield 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. The CSU Bakersfield 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.

The CSU Bakersfield 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 CSU Bakersfield, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.