Project Rebound Administrative Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist Non-Exempt)

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with a resume and cover letter addressing the below prompt, by 8am on Monday, May 12th.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Reporting to and under general supervision of the Project Rebound Program Director, with additional lead work from the department Directors within Student Access & Success, the Project Rebound Administrative Specialist performs varied administrative, technical and analytical duties in support of the day-to-day operations and procedures for Project Rebound and CAASE department. The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact for program-related inquiries, supports scheduling and event planning, and maintains records and data tracking for the program. The incumbent ensures compliance with university policies and procedures, and contributes to creating a welcoming and efficient environment for program participants and stakeholders. The incumbent serves as a liaison and main resource for students, staff, faculty, department, and community members, in diverse and complex matters of policy, procedure, and practice by providing information, historical background, and rationales. The incumbent is responsible for completing work assignments, projects, and meeting established deadlines. The incumbent is expected to use independent judgment to make decisions, interpret and apply department, division, campus and system-wide policies and procedures, perform research when needed, prepare and analyze budgetary and other financial reports, provide support documentation and provide general office assistance in support of the various departments within CAASE. Assignments require handling of multiple work priorities and accountability for own work results. Contacts involve interaction with all levels inside and outside the university, and may include dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

This position requires a bachelor's degree and/or the equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Two years in a direct administrative support capacity preferred. Requires thorough working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and Google Suite. Ability to use a broad range of technology and systems for the capture, maintenance and reporting of key data required. Experience with using PeopleSoft, web publishing software, and Common Financial System Data Warehouse preferred. Related experience in the public sector and/or higher education is highly preferred. Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly preferred.

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $4,167 - $4,610 a month. This is a full time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer (comprehensive benefits summary PDF).

For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

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