Assistant Director, Leadership Development

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Student Life & Development, the Assistant Director, Leadership Development provides leadership, strategic planning, and operational support for departmental programs and initiatives that advance student leadership development and inclusive campus engagement. The position is responsible for the design, implementation, and assessment of leadership education programs, coordination of department-wide and campus-wide initiatives that foster student learning, involvement, and development.

The Assistant Director oversees the Lois J. Swanson Leadership Resource Center and leads student-focused intergroup dialogue efforts that promote understanding across diverse social identities. Through facilitation, programming, and collaboration, the position creates inclusive spaces that encourage meaningful dialogue, relationship-building, and cooperative engagement among students and campus stakeholders. The role supports the department’s mission by advancing leadership development, social awareness, and community-building within a diverse campus environment.

The incumbent provides services that are equitable, inclusive and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance the quality of campus life, retention, and graduation rate. This position uses a student centered and equity minded approach in all communication and service efforts.

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Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement educational leadership development programs and activities to enhance the student learning experience by overseeing the Lois J Swanson Leadership Resource Center and leadership programs.
• Develop, implement, and facilitate intergroup dialogue initiatives. Support campus-led dialogue initiatives.
• Assist the Director in the administration of the department and leading professional staff.

Department

Student Life and Development

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Student Services Professional III

Compensation

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.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,540 - $6,128 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,540 - $7,893 per month.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program is just one way the CSU demonstrates its dedication to your success and well-being.  To be eligible for full benefits at CSU, you must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) and your appointment must last more than six months and one day. Eligible employees have access to this comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Prog