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EOP Counselor and Learning Community Coordinator (Student Services Professional III)
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Position Number: 1391202
Location: Fullerton, CA
Position Type: Counseling

EOP Counselor and Learning Community Coordinator (Student Services Professional III)

Classification: Student Services Professional III-Range A

AutoReqId: 11020BR

Department: Student Academic Services

Sub-Division: Associate VP Student Affairs

Salary Range: $4,554 - $6,488 per month

Appointment Type: Ongoing

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

About the Position:
The Student Academic Services Unit provides activities and services which actively support California State University, Fullerton's missions by promoting the development of the whole student-academically, intellectually, and socially. We strive to create an environment where all students have the opportunity to succeed. The department coordinates the services of a number of student programs, many of which give particular attention to the education needs of low-income disadvantaged college students to ensure that they are able to successfully complete their college education. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an EOP Counselor and Learning Community Coordinator (Student Services Professional III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Reporting to the Director for the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), the EOP Counselor and Learning Community Coordinator maintains a caseload of Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students. Independently conducts in-depth holistic counseling sessions concerning academic learning, campus life, problem solving, and academic progress. Advises undergraduate EOP students about general education requirements, university procedures, and academic regulations. Independently conducts individual academic advisement/counseling sessions. Discusses personal issues/challenges as they relate to academic performance. Counsels students regarding Financial Aid appeals, researches history of appeals and completes Financial Aid appeal forms. Assists EOP students in the selection of courses, majors, and perspective career opportunities. Makes decisions in individual cases to resolve problems where guidelines and precedents do not exist. Must readily identify problems and alternative solutions without assistance from guidelines and formulas. Ensures that University/EOP academic probation policy and practices are followed and understood by students. Counsels students with academic challenges, such as: academic progress, course failure, academic probation, and dismissal status. Contacts instructors when necessary such as, to advocate for a student who is unable to attend class because of illness or other extraordinary circumstance. Recommends course of action or interventions, such as: academic monitoring, Supplemental Instruction, tutoring, and assesses time management skills and study skills. Provides personal counseling and evaluates counseling needs on an individual basis. Makes referrals to campus and off-campus resources as needed. Directs students to fully utilize campus resources such as: College Success Centers, Academic Advising Center, Records Office, Financial Aid, Disability Support Services, University Learning Center, Career Center, Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Cultural Centers, Children's Center, Housing and Residential Engagement, Library, etc.

Works collaboratively with respective offices and keeps up to date on any changes related to services and informs the EOP counseling staff about any information that may impact EOP students. Accurately maintains and updates student files/records daily. Assists in the delivery of student success initiatives related to retention and graduation. Individually contacts and follows up with students using Titan Net campaigns or other campus approved communication methods. Attends counselors' meetings. Writes letters of recommendations for students seeking admissions to graduate school, employment, scholarships, etc. In collaboration with the EOP Director, plans, coordinates, and implements a one-to-two-year Learning Community for Summer Bridge students. This will include establishing and maintaining partnerships with academic departments, collaborating with the EOP Director to involve peer mentors in the Learning Community activities. Other duties as assigned such as serving on university committees, assists colleagues with special projects, participates in professional development and trainings.

Essential Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution plus three years of professional student services work in the field. A masters degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctoral degree from an accredited college or university and the appropriate internship or clinical training in a relevant field may be substituted for three years of the required professional experience.

Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise, and organize programs and activities. Ability to interact with a diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the public. Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters. Ability to complete assignments without detailed instructions. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and the overall organization.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Special Working Conditions:
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference:

Application Deadline: 28-Feb-2019

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