Associate Director, EOP

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success (EOPOS), the Associate Director of EOPOS is responsible for managing student outreach, recruitment, admission, transition, and enrollment of EOP, Guardian Scholars (GS), Outreach for Success, and Early Assessment Program (EAP) students.

The position will develop, implement and assess programs to assist students in their transition from high school or community college to San Diego State University, EOP, Compact, and GS.

The position serves as a liaison with the San Diego Black / African American, AAPI, and Latinx community to provide resources that would help prospective students enter SDSU.

In addition, this position is a liaison with other CSU EOP transitional programs; community college EOPS and CalWORKs programs;

and pre-college programs such as TRIO and GEARUP.

The Associate Director is also responsible for managing an innovative, broad-based and effective program of educational equity access initiatives and communication between the University and the entities representing potential future applicants to SDSU / EOP / GS / Compact / EAP / Price.

The Associate Director will develop and implement a coordinated and comprehensive student-access program for students who are from low-income, traditionally underrepresented, and / or traditionally disadvantaged backgrounds, which includes activities that address all aspects of the undergraduate student application and admission process for these students in line with the strategic goals of SDSU / EOP / GS / Compact / EAP / Price.

The incumbent serves as a representative of the University in educational equity access-related assignments as required and will also work closely with other University departments to facilitate public relations, access and college readiness services to prospective students.

The incumbent develops new and maintains strong existing collaborations with community college and high school counselors to support local student access to the university and EOPOS, including the development of liaisons, workshops, conferences.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, at-will position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

A primary goal of the Office of Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success (EOPOS) is to improve access to higher education for students from underrepresented backgrounds by implementing and administering early outreach programs and recruitment processes which develop an understanding of, and support, the pathway to higher education for students and their parents, guardians and loved ones.

EOPOS builds collaborative relationships with schools, school districts, community colleges and other organizations to support this goal.

EOPOS assists students in overcoming historical, traditional, social, economic, psychological, and educational barriers throughout their collegiate experience and in achieving academic success by providing a comprehensive program of support services.

Typical services provided include, but are not limited to : outreach and recruitment, pre-admission counseling, screening-and-selection, professional development in teaching / learning methodologies, program orientation, summer bridge programs, financial aid advising and follow-up, special / regular admission, academic advising, tutoring, learning skills, peer mentoring, and academic / personal support services.

The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals.

We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through :

• Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world;
• Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds;
• Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff, including enhancing the learning environment and expanding learning opportunities for all students inside and outside the classroom, and expanding and connecting opportunities for students to participate in transformational experiences;
• Developing leaders who believe in and lead others toward supporting civility, mutual respect and diversity in our society and workplaces; and
• Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically :

The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences.

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community.

We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.

For more information regarding the Office of Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success, click here.

Education and Experience

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited university in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Counseling, or related field.
• Direct experience in admissions, recruitment and / or outreach
• Experience managing and providing leadership to professional staff
• Extensive experience working with students from low income, traditionally underrepresented, and / or traditionally disadvantaged backgrounds
• Strategic recruitment expertise with demonstrated success

Key Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel to represent the university at recruitment events, fairs, professional meetings, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of overseeing student staff.
• Experience planning, developing, and implementing university recruitment programs and events.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and be able to lead the department in the efficient and effective use of technology related to admission (e.

g., PeopleSoft / MySDSU, enrollment management systems, imaging technology, etc.).

Strong professional development skill sets (e.g., affiliations and involvement with state, regional, and / or national organizations (e.

g., NASPA, ACPA, AACRAO and / or its related regional or state associations).

• Demonstrated ability to apply power, privilege, and inequity concepts to create safe working environments for minoritized students, faculty, and staff.
• Experience participating in and leading movement(s) to create meaningful systemic change.
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse student populations including : race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, socioeconomic status, and other forms of salient identities.
• Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes :

• Extensive Leave benefits : 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year;
• Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits;
• An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and
• California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent

Anticipated hiring range : $73,000 - $78,000 annually

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.

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Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities.

This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.