University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking a Retention Specialist for College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). CAMP is a unique educational program at Sacramento State that assists students from migrant and seasonal farmworker backgrounds to succeed in obtaining a college degree. The program is primarily funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Students receive outreach, admission, and academic and personal support services to ease the transition from high school to Sacramento State. CAMP admits 70 freshmen every year and provides follow-up services to approximately 300 continuing students.
RATE OF PAY: $20.17 – $30.25 per hour
BENEFITS: UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes:
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- UEI contribution to a TIAA retirement plan after one year of service
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays – 13 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed
- Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
- Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents
FILING DEADLINE: January 22, 2023
APPLY ONLINE: To be considered, all applicants must apply through the UEI website at https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6158859.careers?ShowJob=470191494
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position, with a defined contribution retirement plan through TIAA. (The position is not covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.) Continued employment in this position is dependent upon funding and the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee, can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Program continuation is contingent upon funding.
Sacramento State requires all campus employees, including auxiliary employees, to be fully vaccinated, including a booster, against COVID-19 unless they have a qualifying exemption.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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- Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Behavioral or Social Sciences, Education or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in advising, education, or a related student services field and working with underrepresented students in academic and/or career advisement.
- Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the unique cultural traits found in migrant families.
- Demonstrated skill in advising and guiding students individually and in groups.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers, students, parents, faculty, and staff.
- Demonstrated skill to work independently.
- Demonstrated familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet computer applications, such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be legally eligible to drive in California, complete and pass an online training course, maintain a good driving record, and be acceptable for vehicle insurance coverage under the University Enterprises insurance plan. Must continue to meet the established driving standards, driving record will be monitored with the California Department of Motor Vehicles to ensure compliance. Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be fingerprinted and pass a background check. Must continue to meet the established standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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- Master’s Degree in one of the Behavioral or Social Sciences, Education or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
- Demonstrated communication skills in Spanish.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position advises first and second-year migrant students regarding university procedures, career development, job opportunities, internships, scholarships, and many other personal and academic issues related to university life. Due to the nature of the job responsibilities, the person in this position will have a legal duty to report child abuse and neglect and is considered by law to be a “mandated reporter.” This position reports directly to and receives general supervision from the Program Director/Coordinator and Principal Investigator. The position oversees and monitors the work of part-time student assistants.
The specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:
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- Provides individual advising to students regarding university policies, registration, withdrawal, graduation, financial aid, general education, advising and other issues typical of university life.
- Provides new students with an orientation to campus services. Explains policies regarding financial aid, health services and tutorial services. Helps to assess career development, career advancement, and ideas on techniques related to job search opportunities.
- In conjunction with the Outreach Specialist, co-coordinates and implements special activities for students and their families. This includes, but is not limited to: CAMP Orientation, the CAMP Student/Parent Program, career exploration and field trips, career exploration workshops, the annual student/staff retreat, and other activities in alignment with CAMP goals and objectives.
- Collects and compiles information and maintains database regarding job opportunities, internships programs, scholarships, fellowships, and other employment opportunities.
- Collects and compiles information and statistics on numbers of students advised, participation in retention activities, and prepares monthly and yearend reports on CAMP retention efforts. Closes out student files and develops student referral lists for other campus offices.
- Coordinates and implements special educational, cultural, and enrichment activities for the students and their parents.
- Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with campus supportive services offices, academic departments, community agencies, secondary school personnel, and migrant education personnel.
- In collaboration with the Outreach Specialist, performs presentations to students, school personnel, community organizations, parent advisory committees, and community agencies regarding CAMP, higher education opportunities and financial aid. Some travel and evening/weekend presentations may be required.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director/Coordinator to ensure the success of the program and its participants.
Note: This position vacancy is with University Enterprises Inc., an auxiliary organization of California State University, Sacramento. This is not a University position; the incumbent will be an employee of University Enterprises.
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