COB Graduate Program Specialist - 2 Positions
Available
Job No: 561957
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic
Professionals of California, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Administrative, 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
This position is responsible for all academic support services and
community engagement for designated state support and self-support
Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs and Master of
Science (MS) graduate programs including, but not limited to,
on-line admission processes, academic counseling, probation
counseling, and monitoring of academic progress to meet degree
requirements. They work directly with applicants, matriculated
graduate students, program alumni, Program Advisory Boards, College
of Business Administration (CBA) faculty and other administrators,
the Center for International Education, the Career Development
Center, Enrollment Services, and the College of Professional &
Continuing Education (CPaCE).
Key Responsibilities
- Graduate Admissions
- Advising graduate students
- Cohort administration
- Office administration & Other duties as assigned
Department
COB Graduate Programs Office
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for 1 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 -
$6,182 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
This position is a student-focused higher education professional
with experience in graduate recruitment, admissions, advising, and
program administration. They excel at engaging prospective students
through outreach events, presentations, virtual information
sessions, and personalized follow-up, while effectively managing
admissions processes through systems such as Salesforce, WebAdmit,
and Cal State Apply. They provide comprehensive academic advising,
helping students navigate degree requirements, university policies,
enrollment, and academic progress, while connecting them to campus
resources that support their success.
The ideal candidate is highly organized and collaborative, with the
ability to coordinate orientations, student engagement activities,
graduation events, and career development initiatives that foster a
strong graduate student community. They maintain accurate student
records, monitor enrollment trends, assist with course scheduling,
and work closely with faculty, administrators, and campus partners
to ensure efficient program operations. Committed to exceptional
customer service, they support office functions, advisory board
activities, and student assistants while managing multiple
priorities with professionalism, attention to detail, and a
commitment to student success.
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 in Education, Counseling, MBA, or MS in Business
Administration or related field 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
Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium
weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves
standing or walking.
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.
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.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 20 September 2026
To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/lb/en-us/job/561957
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