Under the general supervision of the Program Director for the Mosaic Cross Cultural Center, the SWANA Initiatives Specialist supports the
development, coordination, implementation, and assessment of culturally relevant student success programs and workshops that center and celebrate the experiences, identities, and contributions of students of Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) descent. Through these efforts, the Specialist fosters a strong sense of belonging, cultural affirmation, and community connection, key factors that contribute to student persistence, retention, and overall graduation outcomes. The role prioritizes creating inclusive, identity-affirming spaces and initiatives that promote engagement, leadership development, and holistic student success within the SWANA student community. The Specialist assists with the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of undergraduate student leaders in a manner that empowers them to lead their own special projects and achieve desired outcomes for the programs they support. Promote a welcoming, friendly, and affirming cultural academic space within the Mosaic Cross Cultural Center that values, respects, and promotes cross-cultural engagement and an appreciation for the diverse SWANA communities at SJSU. The Specialist works jointly with Mosaic’s professional and student staff to coordinate the daily operations of the center, including participation in outreach and yield efforts throughout the academic year which may include offering presentations, workshops, and resource tabling. The SWANA Initiatives Specialist will sustain major SWANA programs, including SWANA Welcome and SWANA Heritage Month planning. Link to Apply: https://jobs.sjsu.edu/en-us/job/560943/swana-initiatives-specialist?1ApplicationSubSourceID=11266 Equal Employment Statement: SJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
