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Major Duties

PLEASE NOTE: The position will be filled at either the Student Services Professional (SSP) IA, IB, or II levels dependent upon the applicant's qualifications.

SSP IA: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Student Outreach, the Outreach Counselor Trainee -  Black Student Recruitment will be responsible for increasing the enrollment of prospective undergraduate Black students at CSUN. The incumbent will be trained to: conduct outreach and recruitment services, establish strong relationships with college counselors, parents, students, and communities to create a college pipeline for Black students from high schools and community colleges; conduct speaking engagements and workshops; assist with department-wide events; provide presentations encompassing information on the CSU system, CSU Northridge, EOP, financial aid, the application process, pre-enrollment follow up, tele-counseling, and the master plan of higher education in California; and compile recruitment data and prepare reports. 

SSP IB: Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Student Outreach, the Outreach Counselor Assistant, Black Student Recruitment, conducts school site outreach activities to support enrollment goals; assists with implementing plans of action and activities related to outreach and recruitment of prospective Black students’ first-time freshman and Black transfer students to the university. The incumbent conducts speaking engagements and workshops, assists with department-wide events, and provides presentations encompassing information on the CSU system, CSU Northridge, EOP, financial aid, CSU application process, pre-enrollment follow-up, tele-counseling, and the master plan of higher education in California. Compiles recruitment data and prepares reports. 

SSP II: Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Student Outreach, the Outreach Counselor supports university recruitment and enrollment goals.  The incumbent coordinates school site outreach activities within our campus service area; organizes assesses and implements plans of action and activities related to outreach and recruitment of prospective first-time freshman and transfer Black students to the university.  Attends college fairs, career days, college nights, and community college events; provides individual matriculation and follow-up to interested prospective students at designated high schools and community colleges; conducts speaking engagements; leads workshops; organizes presents, and coordinates presentations encompassing information on the CSU system, CSU Northridge, EOP, financial aid, application process, testing, pre-enrollment follow-up, tele-counseling, and the master plan of higher education in California. Compiles recruitment data and prepares reports; assists with coordinating and implementing department-wide events such as Admitted Matador Day, CSUN Days at the local community colleges, and other events and conferences promoting CSU Northridge.

Qualifications

SSP IA: 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. No experience is required. Experience working with minoritized students with an emphasis on Black students and working in a higher education environment preferred.

SSP IB: 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. Equivalent to one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level. A Master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for the required experience. Experience working with minoritized students with an emphasis on Black students and working in a higher education environment preferred.

SSP II: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a job-related field. 

Equivalent to two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field. A Master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. Additional specialized and relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Experience working with minoritized students with an emphasis on Black students and working in a higher education environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

SSP IA: General knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability and specialized skills to: gather and analyze data; ability to reason logically, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences, and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.

SSP IB: General knowledge of the methods and problems of organization and program management; working knowledge of research and interviewing techniques; working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge of the organization, procedures, and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned; and working knowledge of the basic principles, practices, and major trends in the Student Services field to which assigned. Ability and specialized skills to: rapidly acquire a working knowledge of the specific objectives of the campus Student Services program and its relationship to the total campus operation; interpret and apply program rules and regulations; gather and analyze data; ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; present clear and concise information orally and in written reports; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations and other private and public agencies.

SSP II: Working knowledge of the practices, procedures, and activities of the program to which assigned; working knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management; working knowledge of research and interview techniques; and working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior.

Ability and specialized skills 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 interpretative 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 where required; recognize 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. 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 about other programs or service areas Services Office.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• The anticipated HIRING RATES are $3952 (SSPIA); $4269 (SSPIB) & $4841 (SSPII) per month. The salary ranges for these classifications are: $3952 - $4834 (SSPIA); $4269 - $6040 (SSPIB) & $4841 -$ 6884 (SSPII) per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends. May be required to travel (both air and land) with some overnights (Overnight may consist of anything between one day to three weeks)
• The SSP IA:  will be a temporary position. Based on satisfactory progress and successful completion of the training program, the incumbent will be progressively promoted from SSP IA to the probationary SSP IB position.
• The SSP IB: will be a regular position with a one-year probationary period, and is not automatically promoted to the SSP II; promotion is dependent upon departmental needs at the time.
• The SSP II: is a regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• Applications received through December 30, 2024, be considered in the initial review and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding 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 outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.