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California State University

Director, Senate Fellows Program

California State University, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Working Title:

Director, Senate Fellows Program

Classification Title:

Administrator II

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 4th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)

Position Summary

The Director will lead the Senate Fellows Program, managing and overseeing all aspects of the selection process, the hiring process, recruitment of Senate placement offices, maintenance of a positive working relationship with the California State Senate, and mentoring, training and supervision of the Senate fellows. They will also assist with the recruitment process and support of various programs and projects at the Center for California Studies.

FLSA:

Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$7,500 per month- $10,000 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range:

$4,812 per month - $15,449 per month

Best-in-class Benefits:

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Salary Grade/Range:

1

Recruitment Type:

Regular (At-Will)

Time Base:

Full-Time

Work Hours:

Monday through Friday, 8-5, occasional additional hours

Department Information

A Gateway to Public Service & Leadership. The Center for California Studies is based at Sacramento State – the “Capital Campus” of the California State University. Being located in California’s capital strategically positions the Center to be the link between the University and the three branches of California’s government, think tanks, other universities, and outside partnerships involved with public service in California.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Five or more years recent or direct experience working with or in government.

Formal supervisory or management experience, including the hiring process.

Experience in mentoring, advising and/or teaching interns and/or students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated skills in organization, collaboration, project management, interpersonal, problem-solving, and data analysis.

Strategic planning and leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire others and cultivate partnerships with outside entities.

Demonstrated knowledge of California state government and its structure, processes, and actors.

An understanding and appreciation of California’s demographic, economic, geographic, and/or political diversity.

Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and cultivate a workforce that is representative of California’s demographic, racial/ethnic, economic, geographic, and political diversity.

Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Conditions of Employment:

Ability to pass background check.

Preferred Qualifications

Recent and direct experience working in the legislative branch of California state government, especially the California State Senate.

Graduate degree in a field related to public policy, public sector management, non-profit management, or education.

Demonstrated ability to work successfully with different organizational cultures and institutions.

Demonstrated ability to utilize a collegial and collaborative approach to assigned tasks.

Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume, cover letter, and diversity statement.

Diversity Statement:

Sac State holds diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its core values. Please share how you would implement DEI in this position and how these values have impacted your past work experiences. (500 words or less)

About Sacramento State:

Sacramento State

is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas.

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