Job Description
Job No: 554788; 01/28/2026
DIRECTOR OF PROJECT REBOUND
California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator I position.
The University : California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.
As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
The Position : Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, the Project Rebound Director develops, implements, and evaluates outreach, access and support services for formerly incarcerated students consistent with the mission of the University. The Director works closely with the campus community in the formulation of university goals and objectives intended to facilitate the transition of formerly incarcerated students to university life and provide support services designed to enhance retention and assure student success. The Director will build community among formerly incarcerated students and the wider university community to encourage a sense of belonging and mutual support.
Required Qualifications & Experience : Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field. A minimum of three years of experience in higher education or a related field. Must have an understanding and awareness of concerns and needs of formerly incarcerated students. Demonstrated experience in managing a cost center and budgeting and/or fiscal responsibility for a program or department. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to make effective oral presentations and facilitate an open exchange of ideas. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with and respond to multiple constituencies and make meaningful connections at all levels of an organization. Ability to anticipate program needs, make independent decisions, exercise sound judgement, and to multitask and discern priorities to meet deadlines. Ability to: plan, organize, and direct others in the formation and implementation of programs and services; provide direction to professional and support staff; resolve conflicts and make personnel and administrative decisions; provide a high degree of professional expertise and leadership in advising and consulting with professional staff; provide professional development. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications : Master’s degree in higher education leadership, business administration, or a related field. Previous experience working with incarcerated people or formerly incarcerated students. Demonstrated experience supervising a team. Expertise and/or experience in working with a broad range of presenting problems and constituencies. Experience working with program assessment and outcome measures to assess service effectiveness and to promote quality improvement.
Compensation : Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $4,135- $12,288/monthly. (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $7,500 - $8,400/monthly) A comprehensive benefits package is provided.
Appointment : The Administrator I appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.
This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Closing Date : Review of applications will begin on February 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates will be required to provide a presentation as part of the interview process.
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 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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Advertised: Jan 28 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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