Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee - APIDA Student Resource Center

Working Title: Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee

Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA (SSP IA)

Posting Details 

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

The Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the APIDA Center Coordinator and with close supervision of the Director.  During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the APCT is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level. 

The incumbent assists the APIDA Center Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience.

This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. In addition, the APCT will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials and representation on campus-wide committees. 

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,150 per month. Anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,150 per month - $5,076 per month 

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Salary Grade/Range:  1

Recruitment Type: Temporary (1-Year Limited Duration. Possibility for reclassification into the SSP IB classification for an additional 1-year appointment.)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional weekend and evening hours dependent on department needs. 

Department Information 

The APIDA Student Resource Center serves all Sacramento State community members and allies regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin, who are interested in APIDA culture, heritage, and life. Across Sacramento State and in the community, the Center is committed to holding space to cultivate collaboration to address the unique and diverse needs of APIDA students and issues impacting these communities. For more information, visit https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/centers-programs/asian-pacific-islander-desi-american-student-center/resources.html

Minimum Qualifications 

Knowledge and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing. Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.

Experience:  

None required.

Education:  

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis

Required Qualifications 

1. Working knowledge of the basic prin