Student Success and Career Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Non-Exempt), Temporary

 

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Friday, February 13th.

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

Job Summary

Reporting to and under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Career Services, the Student Success and Career Analyst performs varied administrative, technical, analytical duties in support of the day-to-day operations of the Career Center and broader Student Access and Success (SAS) division as needed. The incumbent serves as a liaison and key resource for students, staff, faculty, employers, alumni, campus partners, and community organizations in diverse and complex matters of policy, procedure, career development practices, data systems, and employer engagement by providing information, historical background, and rationales. The incumbent is responsible for handling multiple work priorities, completing work assignments and projects, meeting established deadlines, and contributing to department-wide and division-wide initiatives. The position frequently supports strategic planning, program assessment, employer relations infrastructure, fiscal management, and student employment operations. Assignments require discretion, independent judgment, accountability for results, and regular interaction with sensitive and confidential information.

Key Qualifications

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.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full time, temporary, non-exempt position. The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $4,799 - $6,992 per month (step 1 - step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,799 a month). Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

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.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

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

Supplemental Information

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. 

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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 condi