Psychology Department Assistant

Job No: 558139
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Full Time

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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

Supervised by the Department Specialist, the Department Chair, and the ASM supports the Department of Psychology in the area of administrative assistance to the 76 faculty; the Department Specialist, and the Department Chair in the execution of duties necessary to the operation of all academic programs. Assist the Department Specialist in a department office of approximately 26 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 3 FERP, and 47 lecturers; learns to support and serves as one of the resources for information regarding Department policy and practice for faculty, students, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Receives visitors and telephone calls, as one of two individuals that serves as first point-of-contact for the Psychology Department. Provides information as appropriate and directs inquiries. Maintains appearance of offices and posted materials.
• Assists Dept Coordinator by inputting and reproducing instructional materials, correspondence, minutes, reports and forms. Tracks the disposition of correspondence, expenditures, and forms. Provides support to faculty in the Department.
• Assists three Master's program advisors two MA and one MS.
• Serves as department mail clerk, maintains office, and photocopier supplies.

Department
Psychology
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
Administrative Support Assistant II
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.
CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,565 (Step 1) - $5,092 (Step 19) 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and vendors, and possesses a strong working knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices within an academic environment. They can perform efficiently and accurately in a fast‑paced, sometimes noisy setting that requires independent judgment, attention to detail, and speed. Proficiency with Windows-based systems is essential, including Word, WordPress, Adobe Acrobat Pro, email, spreadsheets, databases, Ad Astra, and CMS for PC. Additionally, the ideal candidate is skilled at developing and delivering essential information clearly and effectively through both written and oral communication.

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 three years of administrative support experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.