Southern California HERC

Department Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator II)

Job No: 557729
Work Type: Staff
Locations: Southern California: San Diego
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac): On-site (work in-person at business location)




Position Summary
San Diego State University is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Department Coordinator to support the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering. In this role, you'll serve as a key administrative support partner, coordinating administrative, fiscal, and external engagement activities, supporting leadership, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Support: Support daily department operations, office systems, records management, and digital webpage updates with OmniUpdate.
• Financial & Resource Management: Oversee State and Foundation budgets (including SEED, SURP, lab fees), process financial transactions using Oracle Financials and MyRF, and reconcile department budgets and departmental assets and inventory.
• Staff Coordination: Coordinate Instructional Student Assistant recruitment, hiring, and training. Support department chair with part-time faculty hiring, onboarding and separations in my.SDSU and OnBase.
• Administrative & Organizational Support: Provide direct support to the Department Chair with managing calendars, meetings, reports, correspondence, and initiatives including fundraising and departmental planning.
• Academic Program & Compliance: Coordinate class scheduling and academic processes via PeopleSoft, maintain records, process academic forms, and support ABET accreditation compliance and reporting requirements.
• Faculty & Instructional Support: Support faculty with course materials, administrative processes, review RTP/periodic evaluations and create evaluations in Interfolio, and oversee classroom and lab safety, repairs and operations.
• Communications Coordination: Serve as front-desk contact, create and maintain internal/external newsletters, announcements, and coordination with campus offices, utilizing platforms such as Canvas and departmental communication channels.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it's like to work at the CSU-watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

Department Summary
The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering is one of four departments in the College of Engineering. The primary objective of the department is to prepare students for a career in Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. The department has four major programs, with 21 full-time faculty including the Department Chair. There are currently 31 part-time, adjunct and affiliated faculty members and two department staff positions. The department serves more than 1000 students including undergraduate, master's and doctoral students.

For more information regarding the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, 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

• Progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience in a large organization, demonstrating sound judgment, discretion, initiative, and the ability to lead and coordinate administrative activities.
• Experience with MS Office, Oracle Financials, PeopleSoft or similar systems.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn policy, procedures, and administrative functions.
• Experience in budget oversight and financial tracking.

Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines.

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,367) for highly qualified candidates.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,367 - $6,362 per month (Step 1 - Step 20).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

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. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information
Apply by May 22nd, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and 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.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Justin Phung at jtphung@sdsu.edu.

 


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