Communications and Strategic Initiatives Housing Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator II)

Position Summary

Join Our Team: Become a vital member of the Office of Housing Administration as a Communications and Strategic Initiatives Housing Coordinator and help shape the future of our campus housing!

Your Role: As a key player in the Communications & Strategic Initiatives Area, you will oversee all aspects of housing coordination. Your thorough knowledge of Housing Administration policies, procedures, and programs will ensure seamless communication and support for residents, parents, campus departments, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all housing-related activities including hospitality, conferences, communications, logistics, keys, room turns, custodial and maintenance coordination, and case management.
• Provide continuous and reliable information to residents, parents, and campus departments.
• Oversee office workflow and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Offer clerical support for the general office and handle additional duties as needed.

Why You'll Love It: You'll play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and efficient housing environment. Your work will directly impact the satisfaction and well-being of our campus community.

What We Offer: A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our housing operations and support our mission of creating a welcoming and inclusive campus community.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is 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.

Department Summary

The Division of Business and Financial Affairs is responsible for ensuring a safe, productive campus environment while providing the highest quality service in support of academic excellence through thoughtful stewardship of financial, technological, infrastructure and human resources at San Diego State University.

The Office of Housing Administration (OHA) is a self-funded operation responsible for planning, providing, and administering housing operations, services, and facilities with over 100 employees and over 150 student assistants with an annual operating budget exceeding $145,000,000. OHA provides housing for over 8,500 students in 25 communities with over 2 million sq. ft. of residential facilities. The OHA manages the operation of residence halls, apartments, and conference and event spaces. The OHA supports the educational mission of the Residential Education Office (REO) while providing business operations for all housing-related functions in support of a quality environment to enhance the student educational experience.

For more information regarding the Office of Housing Administration, click here.

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite. 

These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in a related field is preferred. 
• Customer service experience communicating by phone and email.

Licenses/Certifications Required

Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,279 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. 

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