MAESTROS Project Counselor/Coordinator

Description
This is a full-time (4O hrs/week) benefited position dependent upon continued funding.

The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is a non-profit institution that is related and affiliated with the California State University, Monterey Bay. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public benefits corporation that is a recognized auxiliary organization of California State University and was established in July 1994. The University Corporation’s mission is to further the educational purposes of the University. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a pluralistic university by hiring personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State Population. The University Corporation at Monterey is committed to a standard of excellence in the services it provides and in the quality of work expected of its employees.

PROJECT/POSITION SUMMARY
The Making Accessible and Effective Systems for Teacher Readiness Outcomes (MAESTROs) Project aims to improve retention and completion rates for Hispanic and low-income students on the academic pathway to become teachers and prepare these students for urgent local and statewide teacher workforce needs. The MAESTROs Project Counselor/Coordinator will report to the MAESTROs Project Manager, and to the Project Director, the Principal Investigators of the CSUMB Title 5 HSI Grant, funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include. but are not limited to. the following:

Student Counseling

Provides information and assistance to students regarding specific requirements for College of Education Programs, and requirements for admissions to E&L Department integrated and post baccalaureate credential programs (not academic advising).
Collaborates with other campus-wide efforts, and with student support services in the retention of students.
Evaluates existing services and student needs by attending and participating in CSUMB meetings and collaborative meetings with partner institutions.
Evaluates and makes recommendations for existing services and student needs by attending and offsite workshops and conferences.

Student Recruitment, Outreach, and Orientation
Coordinates with E&L department outreach, and evaluation procedures with campus outreach efforts and orientation events on campus and in the community.
Collaborates with other campus-wide advising, recruiting, and orientation efforts.
Advocate, support, and guide students to appropriate resources that will enhance the academic success of the program participants.

College Program Coordination, Development, Implementation, and Governance Participation
Coordinates the planning and implementation of special programs offered by the College of Education
Plan, develop and implement COE Program goals and services, and where appropriate, ensure that goals and services are in accordance with grant requirements.
Plan and coordinate data collection and analysis to monitor credential program impact and effectiveness.
Collaborate with partner institutions in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of collaborative programs, such as the Teacher Pathway Program (TPP).
Develop and maintain partnerships and communications with community groups, community-based organizations, Monterey County Office of Education, and applicable agencies, school districts, community colleges, and non profit organizations supporting the COE Credential Programs to provide educational opportunities and academic pathways to students in CSUMB’s Tri-County service area.
Establish and maintain effective and positive professional relationships and communications in order to work collaboratively with COE program related faculty and staff, other Colleges and units at CSUMB, and partner community colleges.
Coordinates with E&L Credential student services staff (E&L admissions and credential analyst).
Collaborates with Elementary and Special Education Coordinators regarding ITEP credential candidates’ progress in the credential program.
Assist Secondary Education Coordinator with development of Single Subject ITEP programs

OTHER FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information.

WORK LOCATION
Hybrid Position
90% minimum in-office/on-site following the initial training period. Position location may change based on CSU expectations and department needs.
Work Location: CSUMB Main Campus, 100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA
Due to COVID 19, this position may be approved to work remotely on a temporary basis, or may be required to physically work on campus. Work assignment locations are at the sole discretion of CSUMB and may be changed or revoked at any time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of College programs, general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and
interview techniques, and of the principles of individual and group behavior. Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretive information through interviews; reason logically, collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters multicultural, multi-sexed and multi aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications regarding other program or service areas Services Office.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the CSUMB Vision Statement and the core values of mutual respect, collaboration and service orientation, multiculturalism and diversity, community service and institutional excellence.
Master’s degree in College Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field; or California Preliminary Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential; or Preliminary Education Specialist Preliminary Teaching Credential; and/or public school teaching experience. Second language fluency – English Spanish. Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite; Oracle-PeopleSoft/CMS baseline information system; Access; Hyperion (Brio); TMA, or similar maintenance management system; and Google mail and calendaring programs.

Special License or Certifications and Conditions:
Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University’s liability coverage.
May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.

The hourly hiring range for this position is $26-$30. Classification: Grade 4, Staff. This is a non-exempt position and as such is eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Corporation offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, contributory retirement plan, TSA (403b), and other benefits.