Cross Cultural Center Assistant Program Coordinator (Student Services Professional II)

San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a collaborative and student-centered Cross-Cultural Center Assistant Program Coordinator to create meaningful programs and engagement opportunities that celebrate cultural identities, foster belonging, and support student success. This position offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on SDSU Imperial Valley's diverse student community while honoring the unique cultural experiences and perspectives of the Imperial Valley and Calexico–Mexicali border region.

In this role, you'll develop and coordinate culturally responsive workshops, educational events, and community-building initiatives that promote student engagement, academic success, wellness, career readiness, and leadership development. You'll also oversee program logistics, support and mentor student assistants, and collaborate with student organizations, university housing, Associated Students, and campus and community partners to create inclusive and engaging student experiences.

• →Develop and coordinate culturally responsive programs, workshops, and events that promote student belonging, engagement, and academic success.
• →Collaborate with student organizations, campus departments, and community partners to create meaningful cultural and educational experiences.
• →Coordinate program operations, including event planning, scheduling, space reservations, purchasing, and expense monitoring.
• →Supervise, mentor, and train student assistants while supporting their professional development and involvement.
• →Evaluate student participation and feedback to enhance programming and support student retention and engagement.

• Full-time, benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment of up to three years.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at our SDSU-Imperial Valley location.

SDSU Imperial Valley is a campus of San Diego State University serving students in Imperial County through undergraduate, graduate, and credential programs. The Imperial Valley Student Affairs unit coordinates student services in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity at the San Diego campus to support student access, success, retention, and well-being.

Since November 2021, SDSU-Imperial Valley’s Cross-Cultural Center (CCC) has focused on supporting the success of our diverse student community through programs and events centered on their social justice, inclusion, and validation. We are dedicated to fostering students' wholistic learning and growth through initiatives emphasizing the social justice, inclusion, and validation of the intersectionalities of their social identities such as race, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, immigration status and being part of mix-immigration status families.

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Possession of this 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 professional experience. 

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.

• Knowledge of student development principles, multicultural programming, and inclusive student engagement practices in higher education.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and evaluating cultural programs, educational workshops, and student engagement events.
• Understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice principles, including the experiences of historically underrepresented student populations.
• Experience supporting student success, leadership development, community building, and retention initiatives.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including cross-cultural communication and collaboration with diverse campus and community partners.
• Experience training, mentoring, and providing work direction to student employees or student leaders.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination skills, including managing event logistics, multiple priorities, and program assessments.

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

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SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.