Program Director, La Casita

Working Title:  Program Director, La Casita

Department Name: Culture & Identity Centers

Division: Student Affairs

 

Classification Title: Administrator I

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President.  MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

Position Salary Range: $5,909 - $8,864 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $7,360 - $7,510 per month.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin Tuesday, December 9, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.

 

About the Department/Position:

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of Belonging & Engagement, the Program Director of La Casita provides visionary leadership and strategic oversight of the center. This role is dedicated to advancing initiatives that support the academic, personal, social, cultural, and professional development of Latine/x Toros, while fostering a sense of belonging and connection for students of all identities and intersections at CSUDH. The Program Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of La Casita, including budget management, resource development, campus outreach, marketing, and the development and assessment of learning outcomes and goals. They are also responsible for building strategic partnerships across campus departments, programs, and divisions to enhance collaboration and student support. Additionally, the Program Director oversees the design of inclusive cultural programming that promotes student success and strengthens engagement, ensuring students have access to the support they need for retention and graduation.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation of student success programs and services, including high-impact initiatives that advance students' personal, professional, and academic development, to support the retention and graduation rates of Latine/x students.
• Lead La Casita staff in designing and implementing culturally relevant programs, workshops, events, and engagement opportunities that foster identity development and connect students with campus resources.
• Develop and administer assessments of student learning outcomes to support an evidence-based approach to revising La Casita’s programming, goals, and priorities.
• Provide leadership and advising to cultural advisory committees and student organizations, to support with crisis intervention, guidance, support, and advocacy for students, staff, and faculty.
• Collaborate with the Culture & Identity Centers and key campus constituents to implement campus-wide programs and initiatives that advance intersectional DEIJ efforts, particularly those aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of issues impacting Latine/x students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the ethnic studies, behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field.
• Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.
• 1 year of managerial/leadership experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of current trends, issues, polices statewide and national impacting Latinx student success.
• Knowledge and experience working with multicultural/multi-ethnic populations, students that are historically under-represented, and low-income and first-generation college students.
• Skills in working with campus administrators, faculty, staff and students to address complex issues and situations.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and ability to maintain objectivity skills in working with students in crisis and referral mechanisms.
• Ability to advise students, staff and faculty individually and in groups on complex matters and refer as needed to appropriate departments.
• Ability to pursue grants and fund-raising opportunities.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others and ability to speak and make presentations in a variety of public settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences, ethnic studies, counseling, student affairs/higher education administration, or closely related field is preferred.
• Spanish fluency is preferred

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

 

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