Job Details

MAESTROs Project Outreach, Engagement, and Student Transition Coordinator

University Corporation at Monterey Bay


Salary: $30.00 Hourly

Job Number: 2024-00030

Location: CSUMB Main Campus- Seaside, CA

Department: Liberal Studies

Description


MAESTROs Project Outreach, Engagement, and Student

Transition Coordinator

Liberal Studies

This is a Part Time Benefited position - (30 hours/week) dependent upon continued funding - grant based position; the grant end date is currently September 2025

Priority Screening Deadline: December 10, 2024; all positions are open until filled

The University Corporation at Monterey Bay ("Corporation"): The Corporation is constantly looking for motivated employees with great organization and teamwork skills to join our team. The Corporation is a non-profit institution that is related and affiliated with the California State University, Monterey Bay. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public benefits corporation that is a recognized auxiliary organization of California State University and was established in July 1994. The University Corporation's mission is to further the educational purposes of the University. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a pluralistic university by hiring personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State Population. The University Corporation at Monterey is committed to a standard of excellence in the services it provides and in the quality of work expected of its employees.

The University: California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California's Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation's largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students' lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB's sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The Community: Monterey, with its moderate Mediterranean climate, is a diverse community on the picturesque central coast of California and rich in agriculture. Miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys are characteristics that contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by over 432,000 residents and millions of visitors. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach - possibly the world's most famous golf course, it's easy to see why so many choose to live here and an estimated four million visitors a year make the County of Monterey their destination of choice.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Making Accessible and Effective Systems for Teacher Readiness Outcomes (MAESTROs) Project aims to improve retention and completion rates for Hispanic and low-income students on the academic pathway to become teachers, and prepare these students for urgent local and statewide teacher workforce needs. The MAESTROs Outreach, Engagement and Student Transition Coordinator will report to the MAESTROs Project Coordinator, and to the Project Directors, the Principal Investigators of the CSUMB Title 5 HSI Grant, funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the MAESTROs Project Coordinator and Project Directors, and the Dean of the College of Education (COE); the Outreach, Engagement and Student Transition Coordinator will facilitate and coordinate community outreach (e.g., high schools, community colleges, county office of education) regarding CSUMB education degree and credential pathways. The Outreach, Engagement and Student Transition Coordinator will provide transition support to CSUMB education pathway programs with seamless transfer towards degree and credential completion, and oversee the day to day operations of all outreach events, including planning, administering and supervising staff. The Outreach, Engagement and Student Transition Coordinator will develop and support key academic transition periods from high school to college/university, from community college to university, and from undergraduate to post-baccalaureate credential and master's programs. In collaboration with advisors, the Outreach, Engagement and Student Transition Coordinator will advise, interview, and counsel prospective students pursuing education programs at CSUMB.

Examples of Duties


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include. but are not limited to. the following:

Student Outreach, Orientation, and Transition Support

• Plan, coordinate, and implement outreach activities (e.g., transfer days, college career fairs) that showcase CSUMB Education pathway programs in Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education, and maintain COE presence at local community colleges, feeder high schools, schools districts, and county offices of education.
  
• Develops outreach plans in collaboration with the COE and single subject discipline (e.g., math, history) department chairs, program directors, and advisors. Serves as a spokesperson during outreach efforts and orientation events
  
• Maintains a prospective student list and prepares monthly reports reflecting outreach efforts including vital statistical information required by Department Chairs and COE Dean.
  
• Evaluates prospective student needs and connects them to resources and support services; utilizes territory reports to follow up with prospective students within the tri-county area, as well as statewide.
  
• Oversees the development and dissemination of culturally appropriate marketing and publicity materials and follow-up messaging. Maintains and coordinates electronic messaging and outreach communications with community college and feeder high school students.
  
• Provides pre-admission counseling for high school and community college students on a walk-in and/or appointment basis.
  
• Provides detailed information as appropriate on CSUMB admission practices and policies in support of the applicant.
  
• Serves as liaison with community college and high school counselors, CSUMB faculty, and students.
  
• Participates in advisement related activities and meetings, Orientation/Registration, University outreach efforts, major fairs, preview days and open house, as well as relevant statewide and national conferences and/or regional meetings.
  
• Facilitates the transfer of prospective students to postsecondary institutions, including community colleges, by effective outreach and advising, and through the articulation of courses and requirements.
  
• Advocate, support, and guide students to appropriate resources that will enhance their transition into education pathway programs to enhance academic success.
  
• Be assigned to specific First-Year Seminar and other key freshman courses to collaborate with faculty on integrating transition support services to ensure an integrated support model.
  
• Prepares and delivers presentations and workshops to inform high school and transfer students about advising and educational career-related services and programs, e.g. professional development, advising processes and outcomes, campus services, and resources.
  
• Ensures smooth handoff and connection to CSUMB major and credential advisors, while providing ongoing support for students through collaboration with advising and other student support offices and staff.
  

College Outreach and Transition Program Coordination, Development, and Implementation

• Plan, develop and implement COE outreach and transition support services, and ensure that the services are in accordance with grant requirements.
  
• Plan and coordinate data collection and analysis to monitor the impact of the outreach position and student support activities on student success (e.g., persistence and degree completion)
  
• Collaborate with partner institutions in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of collaborative programs.
  
• Coordinate with appropriate units within the University in the development of outreach, engagement and transition services.
  
• Develop and maintain partnerships and communications with community groups, community-based organizations, Monterey County Office of Education, and applicable agencies, school districts, community colleges, and non profit organizations supporting the CSUMB educational pathway programs.
  
• Establish and maintain effective and positive professional relationships and communications in order to work collaboratively with COE program related faculty and staff, other Colleges and units at CSUMB.
  

Student/Academic Counseling

• Provides information, and assistance to students regarding specific requirements for admissions to CSUMB undergraduate and post baccalaureate Education Programs.
  
• Collaborates with other campus-wide outreach, advising, and student support services focused on the retention of students, e.g., academic probation and at-risk students.
  
• Participates in campus-wide student support training and workshops, as deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Education in consultation with the Transfer Success Center.
  
• Evaluates existing services and student needs by attending and participating in CSUMB meetings and collaborative meetings with partner institutions.
  
• Evaluates and makes recommendations for existing services and student needs by attending workshops and conferences.
  

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Travels between CSUMB and local community colleges, feeder high schools, school districts and county offices of education - must have their own transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
• Attend relevant workshops and conferences
  

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information.

WORK LOCATION

• Work Location: CSUMB Main Campus
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of College programs, general knowledge of the methods and approaches to organizational and program management, and public relations. General knowledge of student outreach, support and counseling, research and interview techniques, and of the principles of individual and group behavior.

Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretive information through interviews; reason logically, collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters multicultural, multi-sexed and multi aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, 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.

Qualifications


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Experience: Possession of these 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.

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.

Must be able to work flexible hours in support of job function.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS REQUIRED

Ability to complete and pass training in Defensive Driving. Must continue to meet the established driving standards as a condition of employment. Demonstrated ability to address the essential functions associated with this position including the knowledge and abilities identified above.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in College Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field; or California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential; or Preliminary Education Specialist Preliminary Teaching Credential; and/or public school teaching experience. Second language fluency - English Spanish. Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite; Oracle-PeopleSoft/CMS baseline information system; Access; Hyperion (Brio); TMA, or similar maintenance management system; and Google mail and calendaring programs.

Specialized Skill Requirements Demonstrated experience that clearly provides evidence of the knowledge and skills required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements identified above are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Ability to complete web-based Defensive Driving training and continue to meet the established driving standards as a condition of employment. Extensive experience with computers MAC/PC and fluency using standard software packages, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Special Conditions of Employment


SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the University Corporation. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the University Corporation at Monterey Bay is concerned about the conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the fair chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095.

The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position is required to maintain confidentiality as outlined in the Department of Education's Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and California's Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. Our Equal Opportunity Policy Statement is available here.

Please note: University Corporation employment is separate and distinct from CSU Monterey Bay or State of California employment. University Corporation employees are not employees of either CSUMB or of the state of California.

All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. The University Corporation is not a sponsoring agency for any positions.

University Corporation at Monterey Bay positions are "at-will" employment.

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

The campus leadership has committed the resources needed to achieve an engaged, safe, and in-person experience. The health and safety of our community remain our highest priority, and we are confident that existing public health measures provide for a safe environment capable of delivering a complete college experience on the CSUMB campus. Being an Otter means caring for each other and doing your part to protect your community.

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State University, Monterey Bay Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at https://csumb.edu/clery.

Sensitive Positions - This position has been designated as a sensitive position with:

• access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards
  

FERPA:

• This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education's Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California's Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.
  

Clery Act:

• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107. CSAs are employees whose job duties fall into one of the following categories:
  
• Work in a campus police or security department
  
• Are responsible for campus security
  
• Are designated as the contact for reporting criminal offenses
  
• Have significant responsibility for student and campus activities
  

Special License or Certifications and Conditions:

• Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage.
  
• May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.
  

Questions can be sent to: hr_corporation@csumb.edu.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The University Corporation is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students, and the customers we serve. 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. Our salary schedule is available here.

The hourly hiring range for this position is $30. Classification: Grade 3, Staff. This is a non-exempt position and as such is eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Corporation offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, contributory retirement plan, TSA (403b), and other benefits. Please review our benefits guide for details about sick time, vacation, and holidays.

The Corporation also offers access to CSUMB's Faculty & Staff Meal Plans, which offers convenience, value, flexibility, to our all-you-can-to-eat dining commons, showcasing eight brand new dining concepts for an affordable price.

The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable campus housing: https://csumb.edu/corporation/employee-housing

Although CSUMB is located in a high-cost housing area, Schoonover Park rental homes are affordably priced. Monthly rent rates include cable television, garbage service, and sewer. Convenient floorplans, attractive interior appointments, and numerous community amenities make Schoonover Park Rental Homes an exceptional value. Schoonover Park is near the main campus, yet a tranquil world away. The community lies nestled in the secluded beauty of rolling coastal hills three miles east of campus. Living in one of the most desirable areas of California, you will enjoy the natural splendor and cultural abundance of the Monterey Peninsula. Quality of life begins with your home in Schoonover Park and extends through every aspect of your California coastal lifestyle. https://www.schoonoverparkapartments.com

How to apply:

All prospective applicants must apply online. You must complete the entire application for submission. We only accept applications for the open positions listed. Please do not fax or mail in a printed version of the electronic applications or a resume in lieu of an application. If you are having difficulty applying or need assistance, please call (831) 582-3389. All positions are open until filled. The completed online application and resume must be submitted by 5:00 pm PST on the priority screening date. Applications received after this date will be reviewed at the discretion of the Corporation.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Corporation is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.



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