Director, Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Center

Company: California State University, Sacramento
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Director, Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) CenterJob no: 543647 Work type: Management (MPP) Location: Sacramento Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-siteWorking Title: Director, Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) CenterClassification Title: Administrator IPriority Application Deadline: Sunday, October 27th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)Position SummaryUnder the direction of the Assistant Vice President, Educational Equity Programs and Student Success (AVP), the Director of the APIDA Center is responsible for providing vision, leadership, and administration of the APIDA Center. They serve as the chief administrative leader of the APIDA Center, supervising all operations and serving as the advocate for the Center's programs and needs.The APIDA Center provides comprehensive support to students by offering resources, information, and opportunities to support learning; empowering students' holistic, academic, and personal development; providing general advising and college skills coaching; and fostering pride in Sacramento State. The Director manages programming, communications, and events for students served by the Center to ensure they have access to the support they need for retention and graduation.The Director is also responsible for building strategic partnerships with on and off-campus departments and organizations to build goodwill, fundraise, and elevate public understanding of the unique populations served by the APIDA Center. These partnerships include building a system to track program-affiliated alumni past graduation and into the workforce. The Director will envision, plan, and develop regular opportunities for alumni to engage and give back to Sacramento State through volunteering or fundraising.FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,666 - $7,083 per monthCSU Classification Salary Range: $3,938 - $11,703 per monthWork Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; evening and weekend hours dependent on department's needsDepartment InformationThe Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Center is committed to educational equity and promotes the experiences of students who identify as part of the Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi diaspora. The Center educates and engages with students to foster holistic, academic, and personal development to raise cultural awareness and advocacy needs.Mission: To foster, retain, and empower the academic and personal development of APIDA students.Vision: Serve as a resource hub and advocate for the needs of APIDA students.Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related field (e.g., public relations, communications, public administration, marketing, education, counseling, journalism, social sciences, etc.) or equivalent work experience.Experience:
  • Relevant experience in program design, development, administration, and project management.
  • Experience in preparing and overseeing various types of publications (e.g., print, web, email, social media).
  • Experience with or knowledge of student development.
  • Experience with recruiting and retaining volunteers and managing budgets.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, university administration, faculty, and staff.
    • Strong management skills and proven ability to recruit, hire, and develop staff.
    • Excellent organizational and strategic skills.
    • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment.Conditions of Employment:
      • Ability to pass background check.Preferred Qualifications:
        • Experience with advocacy programs connecting constituents with community leaders.
        • Experience working with student-centric programs in higher education.
        • Demonstrated success overseeing a cultural or identity-based Center.Documents Needed to Apply:
          • Resume
          • Supplemental QuestionsFailure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.Recruitment Timeline:Initial interviews are anticipated to take place virtually November 4-8. Finalist on-campus interviews are anticipated to take place November 12-22. The target start date for this position is Monday, January 6, 2025.Equal Employment Opportunity:California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in all areas.
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