Assistant Director, Black Student Center

Job Overview

The Black Student Center affirms the dignity and diversity of all students of African descent. It continues and challenges traditions by creating community space for all students and allies to achieve individual and social change. There is a focus on retaining students while promoting their successes within the university and beyond. California State University San Marcos promotes an inclusive and equitable campus community through advocacy, education and support services. The Black Student Center promotes an understanding of the role and impact of the Black experience and heritage in our lives and society; as well as serves students from a variety of backgrounds and seeks to promote academic success, professional development, and community. 

Under the leadership of the Director for Student Inclusion & Engagement, the Assistant Director will: 1) provide planning, development, implementation and administration of student services/programs, which support and enhance the educational experience for students, particularly Black Students; 2) support the holistic success of Black students through the Student Life Cycle by providing high-impact, academic and co-curricular programs and services that contribute to the achievement of student excellence; and, 3) foster a sense of belonging and connect students to opportunities for engagement in university life and in the broader community.

In partnership with the Director, the Assistant Director will: 1) work to address barriers which impact academic success and enhance access, retention, and graduation by providing administrative and student support, co-curricular program development and coordination, and curriculum support; 2) provide direct service to students. develop and implement intervention and support strategies for students experiencing life circumstances; 3) establish campus and community partnerships that make it possible for sustainable activities, including high-level collaborations with organizations on- and off-campus; and 4) collaborate and cooperate to create leadership and intercultural competence opportunities to support student learning and development.

Position Summary

Assistant Director Black Student Center (Student Services Professional III)

This is a full time, 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, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,276 - $6,000 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,276 - $7,517 per month

California State University San Marcos

A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and diversity. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.

California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.

Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on September 2, 2024.

Application requires answers to supplemental questions.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu.

Supplemental Information

The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide CSU Vaccination Policy can be reviewed at