Southern California HERC

College of Engineering and Computer Science Career Specialist (Student Services Professional III)

Classificaiton: Student Services Professional III
Department: Career Center
Sub-Division:
Salary Range: $5,540 - $5,775 per month
Appointment Type: Ongoing
Time Base: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.


Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Career Center strives to engage the Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) student body to actively prepare for their future by providing guidance, sharing resources, connecting with employers and instilling confidence. We facilitate student success in a diverse and competitive global society. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the College of Engineering and Computer Science Career Specialist (Student Services Professional III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Independently, advise and guide CSUF students to prepare and compete for internships, professional employment, and graduate & professional school opportunities within the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS). Develop, improve, and maintain relationships within the respective College via Deans, Associate Deans, Department Chairs, Faculty, and Student Organizations. Actively participate in the College-based Student Success Team with the goal of developing an integrated career and academic advising system. Develop, improve and maintain relationships with employers related to Engineering and Computer Science and Humanities and Social Sciences ultimately leading to the expansion of the quantity and quality of full-time part-time, and internship opportunities available for CSUF students. Develop, implement, and assess programs. Other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution plus three years of professional student services work in the field. A master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university and the appropriate internship or clinical training in a relevant field may be substituted for three years of the required professional experience.

Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise, and organize programs and activities. Ability to interact with a diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the public. Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters. Ability to complete assignments without detailed instructions. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and the overall organization.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU 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 complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


Preferred Qualifications:
A master's degree in counseling, management, education, human resources, a content area related to the assignment, or related area. Individual and group counseling skills applicable to college students. General familiarity with job search techniques, such as creative job search strategies, interviewing skills, and resume/cover letter preparation. General familiarity with the graduate and professional school preparation process. Ability to relate to a broad variety of individual's ethnicities and backgrounds. Knowledge of methods and techniques to facilitate student outreach activities. Ability to work independently under minimal supervision. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Strong Interest Inventory, and Strengths Certifications.


Special Working Conditions:
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator


Additional Information:
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University's strategic goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).


Application Deadline: Mar 27, 2025 (9:00 PM)

Apply online at: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/544231/college-of-engineering-and-computer-science-career-specialist-student-services-professional-iii







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