Leadership Development Coordinator

Company: San Jos-- State University
Location: San Jose
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

• Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of CaliforniaJob Search Category/Discipline: Student ServicesTime Basis: Full TimeWorkplace Type: On-site (work in-person at business location)NOTE: The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.Job no: 544887Work type: StaffLocation: San Jos--Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)Position DescriptionJob SummaryUnder the general supervision of the Director of Student Involvement and receiving work-lead direction from the Assistant Director for Campus Programming and Leadership Development, the Leadership Development Coordinator provides leadership, direction, and support for a comprehensive leadership development program for a wide range of the SJSU student community: all students interested in exploring and developing their leadership skills, general members of recognized student organizations (including Fraternity and Sorority organizations), and recognized student organization officers. The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating and implementing workshops, providing group and individual leadership consultations and advising, co-coordinating student organization development and recognition, and supporting other campus-wide student leadership development initiatives. As a member of the Student Involvement staff and the Division of Student Affairs, the incumbent will also support large-scale campus-wide programs and general programs and initiatives as assigned.Key Responsibilities
  • Develop a comprehensive leadership development program inclusive to SJSU's diverse student population which includes leadership course development, workshops, group and individual leadership consultations and advising, and supporting other campus-wide student leadership development training initiatives.
  • Lead the planning and implementation of multiple leadership workshops throughout the academic year.
  • Outreach to campus and community partners to participate and serve as guest speakers in leadership workshops and conferences.
  • Identify and connect SJSU students to leadership opportunities both on and off campus.
  • Provide ongoing advising to students who need support with Leadership Development.
  • Align leadership programs to be consistent and in alignment with the Leadership Programs CAS (Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education) standards. Collect data and assessment for all student leadership programs.
  • Lead and coordinate an annual campus-wide Fall leadership experience for SJSU students.
  • Provide direction, hiring/interviewing, training, and support for student assistant employee(s). Ensure students are managing social media, advertising/marketing, assisting with program planning and development, logistics, follow-through and other tasks as assigned to support the overall programmatic mission of Student Involvement.
  • Oversee the overall planning of the annual Student Leadership Awards Gala and serve as co-chair for the campus-wide working committee with Student Engagement Coordinator for Recognized Student Organizations.
  • Serve on MOSAIC Cross Cultural Center's Leadership Today (3-day leadership retreat) working committee with other SJSU students, staff, and faculty (i.e., MOSAIC Cross Cultural Center, Residential Life, Solidarity Network, etc.).
  • Serve as the Student Involvement staff representative for the Student Elections Commission.
  • Assist with the planning and implementation of major campus-wide programs as part of the Campus Programming & Leadership Development cluster within Student Involvement (i.e., Finals Programming, Spartan Speaker Series, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming Week, etc.).
  • Market events and programs via SJSU programming platforms, printed material, social media, etc.
  • Support the Student Engagement Team with leadership development and recognition of student organizations through the Spring student organization training recognition process and/or other leadership development workshops throughout the academic year. Topics including but not limited to: successful student organization transition, community building, individual and group dynamics, conflict management, etc.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Extensive knowledge of leadership development theories and best practices.
    • Knowledge of student supervisory best practices to aid in growth and development of student staff.
    • Thorough knowledge of program development and implementation.
    • Ability to connect social justice to leadership development.
    • Ability to advise students individually and in groups.
    • General knowledge of principles of individual and group behavior.
    • Knowledge of student transition and student development theories.
    • Ability to take initiative in creating new and evolving leadership programming for a diverse SJSU community.
    • Ability to initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate events as well as ongoing programmatic efforts.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty and staff in a wide variety of university committees, departments and/or student organizations to develop and implement programmatic initiatives.
    • Knowledge of student leader recruitment and selection processes.
    • Skilled in developing trainings and workshops for students.
    • Ability to work well with a highly diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    • Ability to leverage resources and staff from across the campus to plan and implement programs.
    • Knowledge of understanding and applying learning outcomes.
    • Skilled in various Microsoft and Google programs.
    • Ability to handle multiple work priorities and projects.
    • Ability to have independent judgment and specialized analysis.
    • Ability to collect, analyze, and present relevant findings to inform program improvements.
    • Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner.Required Qualifications
      • Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.
      • Three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. A master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.Preferred Qualifications
        • Master's Degree in Student Affairs/higher education, counseling, public administration or other related field.
        • Experience with supporting and advising students on a college campus.
        • Experience with programming and event planning.
        • Experience facilitating and presenting workshops and leadership trainings.
        • Experience collaborating with campus partners.CompensationClassification: Student Services Professional IIIAnticipated Hiring Range: $5,540/monthCSU Salary Range: $5,540/month - $7,893/monthSan Jos-- State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.Application ProcedureClick Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
          • Resume
          • Letter of InterestAll applicants must apply within the specified application period: January 16, 2025 through February 6, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.Additional InformationSatisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.Equal Employment StatementSan Jos-- State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities.Advertised: January 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard TimeApplications close: Open Until Filled
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