Job No: 563108
Work Type: Staff
Locations: Southern California: San Diego
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Student Services, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac): On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Summary
San Diego State University is seeking a collaborative and student-centered Native Student Success Advisor and Program Manager to join the Native Resource Center (NRC) and support the academic success, well-being, and sense of belonging of Native and Indigenous students. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to work directly with students, coordinate culturally responsive programs and events, and contribute to initiatives that celebrate Native and Indigenous identities, histories, and communities.
Working closely with the Native Resource Center Director, you'll oversee daily center operations, supervise and mentor student assistants, and provide individualized advising and support to students navigating academic, personal, and transitional challenges. You'll also coordinate signature programs, collaborating with campus and community partners to create engaging educational and cultural experiences.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who values culturally responsive student support, enjoys building meaningful relationships, and wants to contribute to programs that make a lasting impact on student success.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and support student assistants through training, professional development, and daily operations.
- Provide individualized student advising, guidance, and referrals that support academic success, retention, and well-being.
- Coordinate signature cultural and educational programs, including Orange Shirt Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day, and the Native & Indigenous Research and Arts Symposium.
- Collaborate with faculty, campus departments, and community partners to support culturally responsive programming and student engagement.
- Support NRC operations, assess program effectiveness, and identify opportunities to enhance student services and experiences.
Why Join Us
- Make a meaningful impact on Native and Indigenous student success, belonging, and well-being.
- Help bring culturally significant programs and educational experiences to the SDSU community.
- Enjoy the autonomy to coordinate impactful initiatives and contribute new ideas.
- Mentor student assistants while supporting their professional and personal development.
- Join a collaborative, mission-driven team with opportunities for professional growth and community engagement.
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Position Information
- Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
- Position is designated 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 SDSU in San Diego.
Department Summary
The Native Resource Center at San Diego State University, residing on Kumeyaay Land, facilitates the academic and personal success of Native American and Indigenous identified students through: relevant and accessible programming and resources, services to identify and address barriers to academic achievement, community building, on and off-campus partnerships, and advocacy for the inclusion of Native American/Indigenous peoples' unique histories, cultures, and perspectives in campus programs and curriculum.
For more information regarding the Native Resource Center, click here.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a 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 where such are job-related. Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required.
A master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.
Key Qualifications
- Basic understanding of decolonial methods in educational settings, including Native American history.
- Knowledge of Native and Indigenous student experiences, cultural perspectives, and approaches that promote belonging and equitable access to education.
- Experience providing individualized student advising, guidance, and referrals to support academic success, retention, and well-being.
- Experience planning, coordinating, and evaluating culturally responsive programs, educational workshops, and community-building events.
- Experience supervising, training, and mentoring student assistants while supporting daily program operations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including experience managing multiple priorities, assessing program effectiveness, and addressing complex student needs.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department's budget and equity guidelines.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,540–$7,893/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $5,540/month.
Full Benefits Package Includes:
- Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.
Supplemental Information
Apply by November 9, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Eurick Hilario at [contact details available in the full listing].
To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/563108.
