Assistant Director, MSI & Lead for MSC/PSC
Job No: 562203
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic
Professionals of California, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time
Basis: Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long
Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of the Office of Belonging and
Inclusion, the Assistant Director develops, coordinates, and
assesses the Men's Success Initiative (MSI) and the Muslim Student
Resource and Puvungna Student Resource Centers (PSC). The position
designs and implements programs, services, and retention strategies
that promote access, engagement, academic success, leadership
development, and graduation for students from historically
underserved communities, with a particular focus on male students
and students connected to the Muslim and Indigenous/Native American
communities. The Assistant Director leads initiatives that enhance
student outreach, retention, inclusion, leadership, career
readiness, and overall student success. Responsibilities include
developing study groups, workshops, mentoring programs, retreats,
campus and community partnerships, and co-curricular programming
that support student achievement and help close opportunity and
achievement gaps. The incumbent collaborates across Student
Affairs, Academic Affairs, the university, and external partners to
provide academic and career guidance, connect students with
resources, and foster a sense of belonging. The position also plans
and implements educational, cultural, and social events; supports
student organizations; and advances leadership development
opportunities.
Using a student-centered and equity-minded approach, the Assistant
Director provides culturally responsive services that support the
academic success and well-being of a diverse student population.
The position is responsible for collecting and analyzing program
data, evaluating outcomes, and supporting the achievement of
departmental and divisional goals related to student engagement,
retention, and graduation.
ACPA's 2024 and 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Student
Affairs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Men's Success Initiative (MSI) to create, develop, and
implement strategies and programming to support male students from
traditionally under-served communities, in the areas of access,
engagement, retention, and resource services.
Develop, implement, and coordinate programs, services, and
activities that enhance student learning, development, and success
for the Muslim and Puvugna Student Resource Centers.
Oversee data collection, assessment, and annual reports.
Department
Men's Success Initiative
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status
granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending
date.
Classification
Student Services Professional III
Compensation
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.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,540 -
$6,009 per month commensurate with candidate's education,
experience, skills, and training.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary
Range for this position is $5,540 - $7,893 per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience in academic advising, counseling, and career planning
with diverse student populations. Experience working with male
students of color in higher education. Knowledge of academic,
social, and emotional problems confronting students, especially
young men, from diverse backgrounds. Interpersonal communication
skills to clearly and effectively interact with individuals of
varying ages and cultural backgrounds and effectively resolve
disagreements and conflicts. Strong oral and written communication
skills and ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with a
diverse population. Experience with developing and coordinating
enrichment activities, academic workshops, and events.
Demonstrated ability to garner the support of key stakeholders and
lead an effective team. Experience designing and carrying out
assessment and research projects. Experience writing progress,
summary and end of the year reports of program activities.
Excellent active listening, interpersonal and conflict resolution
skills. Knowledge of school and academic program principles and
standards (admissions, registration, financial aid) to make
effective judgments. Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (including
Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Adobe software to ensure that
incumbent will be able to prepare a wide variety of correspondence,
reports, forms, brochures, flyers, agendas, minutes, advertisements
and text for printed materials and web pages. Knowledge of Adobe
Creative Suite, Adobe Contribute and html would be a plus.
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Contribute and html would
be a plus. Experience planning and working at special events.
Ability to coordinate events/programs. Experience with updating
websites and social media content. Ability to work weekends and a
flexible work time as needed and determined by operational needs.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with upper or graduate
coursework in counseling and guidance, human relations, or related
fields and three years of professional experience in one of the
student services program areas required.
• Master's degree preferably in student affairs, higher education
administration, college student personnel, social work, counseling,
or a related field.
• 3 years of professionally related experience working with male
students of color preferred.
Licenses
• Possess a valid California Driver's License to drive University
vehicle, preferred.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight
objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves
standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or
pulling objects within the weight limits.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB 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.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
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.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 30 September 2026
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