Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Thursday, May 9th.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Job Summary

Reporting to and under general direction of the Director of Equity and Access Programs, the EOP Advisor/CAASE Scholarship Coordinator performs a wide variety of generally complex Student Services Professional work by providing comprehensive academic advising and program support for the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and CAASE scholarship programs including the CAASE Scholarship Program and Wine Industry Scholars Program. The incumbent is responsible for providing considerable administrative planning to facilitate the specific program needs to ensure the orderly and accurate operation of the various functions of the scholarship programs. The EOP Advisor/CAASE Scholarship Coordinator is also responsible for working as a team member with fellow EOP advisors to provide direct student services to EOP students, and, as appropriate, EOP alumni, applicants and prospective applicants not yet attending the University concerning their academic plans and progress, academic schedule, choice of major, and other academic activities, to assist in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation. The incumbent works collaboratively with other Professional Academic Advisors, university staff, faculty, administrators, and coaches to support the educational experience of EOP students; identify student challenges and barriers; and use preventative approaches to solve issues affecting the EOP student experience; as well as perform other activities related to student success and academic advising. In addition, the incumbent provides information and strategic guidance to create a safe space supporting the educational success, retention, and graduation of EOP students.

Key Qualifications

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred, but is not required. This position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of work experience. Must possess thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of Student Affairs, student success, and academic advising, or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge. General knowledge of the policies, practices and activities of Student Services programs outside EOP; general knowledge of the principles, problems, and methods of public administration, including organizational, personnel and fiscal management; general knowledge of advanced statistical and research methods. Intermediate proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and Google Suite required. Knowledge of databases, student information systems, and PeopleSoft preferred. EAB Student Success Collaborative preferred. Bilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and will not exceed $5,276 a month. This is a full time, temporary, exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

Supplemental Information

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. 

The University 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. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to Human Resources (hr@sonoma.edu). The ADA Coordinator is also available (hrleaves@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.