Administrative Support Coordinator II

  • San Diego State University
  • San Diego, California
  • Jun 14, 2024
Administration and Management Clerical and Administrative Support

Job Description

Position Summary

The Administrative Support Coordinator provides clerical and administrative support to the International Affairs Global Education Office. The position oversees the clerical operations of the office, provides administrative support to department staff, and serves as a principal source of information to students, staff, and faculty on a variety of campus and departmental policies and procedures. The coordinator works under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Global Education Office. This position coordinates with the Assistant Director and Senior Director of International Affairs to coordinate the advising and outreach schedule for staff, student assistants, and volunteers. The Administrative Support Coordinator also collaborates on the planning and coordination of global education events in collaboration with the International Affairs team.

This is a half-time ( .50 time-base), benefits-eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. The Global Education Office is open to the public from 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. As a half-time position, the work schedule for this position will generally be from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

International Affairs provides services that meet the diverse needs of the SDSU global community and offers programs which foster global perspectives and diplomacy, intercultural awareness and international goodwill. This unit serves as SDSU's central source of information and support services for faculty engagement, incoming students, outgoing students on study abroad programs, and passport services. International Affairs works with all areas of the university to identify and meet the unique needs of its constituencies and to provide opportunities for all members of the campus community to develop effective skills and perspectives for global citizenship and leadership.

For more information regarding the International Affairs Department, click here .

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

Key Qualifications
  • Excellent organizational skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office & Google Suite.
  • A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • International experience is preferred (study, work, internship, or personal travel).


Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $1,932.50 per month.

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.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here .

CSU Classification Salary Range: $1,932.50 - $3,168.00 per month.

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. For more information, click here .

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.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on June 28, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by June 27, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu .

Advertised: Jun 13 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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