University Student Union
California State University, Northridge
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Assistant Director, Resource Centers
About the University Student Union
Operating as a non-profit corporation on the campus of California State University, Northridge, the
University Student Union (USU) is an engaging and energetic campus program which operates a plethora
of inclusive activities in addition to innovative technologies, facilities and services. Facilities include a
University Student Union and a 138,000 square foot Student Recreation Center (SRC).
CSUN's Commitment to You
CSUN is strongly committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, active learning and
diversity. Our values include a respect for all people, building alliances with the community and the
encouragement of innovation, experimentation and creativity. CSUN actively encourages qualified
candidates to apply who demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student population as well as a
commitment to maintaining an inclusive work environment.
About the University
Serving more than 38,000 students each year, CSUN is one of the largest universities in the United
States. CSUN ranks 10th in the country in awarding bachelor’s degrees to underrepresented minority
students, fifth nationally in awarding master’s degrees to Hispanic students and enrolls the largest
number of deaf and hard-of-hearing students of any U.S. state university. CSUN’s 171 academic
programs and engaged centers enjoy international recognition for excellence. CSUN currently partners
with more than 100 institutions of higher education in 22 countries around the globe and attracts the
largest international student population of any U.S. master’s level institution. Situated on a 356-acre
park-like setting in the heart of Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley, the campus features modern
educational buildings and world-class LEED Gold-certified performing arts and recreational facilities
recognized as among the best in the country. CSUN is a welcoming university that champions
accessibility, academic excellence and student success.
Position Description
Under the guidance of the Associate Director, Marketing and Programs, the Assistant Director, Resource
Centers is responsible for the supervision of Pride Center, Veterans Resource Center and University
Student Union diversity-related efforts. This position supervises and provides direction to the Veterans
Resource Center Coordinator, and Pride Center and LGBTQ Initiatives Coordinator.
In addition, the Assistant Director, Resource Centers is responsible for the following:
 Provides oversight responsibility through the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of
staff for the Veterans Resource Center
 Oversees the Veterans Resources Center, which provides resources, programs and services for
student veterans and dependents, which includes peer mentoring, veterans orientation, awareness
trainings, campus outreach and coordination with off-campus resources for veterans;
 Provides Administrative oversight for the Veterans Resource Center budget
 Oversee assessment efforts for the Veterans Resource Center, including measuring the impact the
Center has on student veteran persistence and graduation
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Serve as a liaison, along with VRC Coordinator, to external stakeholders including the Chancellor’s
Office, Department of Veterans Affairs, community organizations, other institutions of higher
education, etc.
Cultivates and facilities fundraising activities for the Veterans Resource Center, including writing
grants and securing program sponsorships, to increase resources available for student programs and
initiatives
Provides oversight responsibility through the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of
staff for the Pride Center
Oversees the Pride Center, which provides resources, programs and services for lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) and ally students, including the Peer Mentor Program, Ally
Trainings, and campus Outreach
Provides Administrative oversight for the Pride Center budget
Oversee assessment efforts for the Pride Center, including measuring the impact the Center has on
LGBTQ student persistence and graduation
Serve as a liaison, along with Pride Center Coordinator, to external stakeholders including the
Chancellor’s Office, community organizations, other institutions of higher education, etc.
Cultivates and facilities fundraising activities for the Pride Center, including writing grants and
securing program sponsorships, to increase resources available for student programs and initiatives
Coordinates and assesses the University Student Union’s Inclusive Language Campaign, which seeks
to encourage and challenge behaviors around the language people choose which may be offensive,
hurtful or ignorant through passive and active programs and marketing
Coordinate diversity-related outreach and education efforts to the CSUN community. Serve as a
liaison and representative for the USU in campus-wide diversity initiatives, which may include CSUN
Human Resources trainings, academic/classroom linkages, etc.
Support the “Sistahood Program” through training and advisement of the University Counseling
Services Graduate Assistant and assisting in the evaluation of the program’s effectiveness and
impact
Assist with University Student Union’s diversity-related Initiatives, including ongoing training for
staff and student employees
Formulates and recommends University Student Union policies and procedures related to diversity
and inclusion, as requested
Serves as a member of the University’s Student Union’s Marketing and Programs Team for which
responsibilities include the development and marketing of programs and services that impact
students’ connection to campus and support students’ academic success
Coordinates University-wide or University Student Union initiatives to explore opportunities for
other “centers” which may serve niche communities
Represents the Associate Director of Marketing and Programs at various meetings as assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in
Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Equivalent
to three to five years in a college union or related field, managing programs and activities. A master’s
degree in a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Experience in grantwriting and securing sponsorships, and assessment is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 Strong oral and written English communication skills
 Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of student development
 Knowledge of and commitment to serving student veterans and LGBTQ students
 Knowledge of and commitment to diversity initiatives and advocacy
 Knowledge of and experience in program planning, implementation, and assessment
 Knowledge of and skill in budgeting and fiscal management
 Instruct, train and supervise the work of staff and student employees
 Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with student organizations, campus
departments, and private and public agencies
 Effectively navigate campus politics
 Develop and conduct workshops and training programs.
 Achieve assigned objectives, within budget and desired time frame
 Analyze and solve problems, draw valid conclusions, and develop alternate recommendations
 Work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student population and staff
Application Deadline
Open until filled.
Compensation
Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience.
Anticipated hiring range is dependent upon qualifications and experience and as follows:
Bi-Weekly: $2,500 - $2,692.30
Annually: $65,000 - $70,000
Application Process
For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:
http://www.csun.edu/careers/external-career-applicants
Job ID# 4986
Initial review begins August 27, 2015 and will continue until position is filled.
General Information
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 apply for the position.
The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual identity, sexual orientation, sexual expression, gender,
marital status, age, disability, genetic information, disabled veteran, or Vietnam-era veteran status.
To learn more about the USU, please visit our webpage:
http://www.csun.edu/usu