Position Summary

Are you a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a supportive, service-focused role? The School of Teacher Education (STE) is looking for a dedicated Administrative Support Coordinator I to be the welcoming face of our department and a key player in supporting our credential and Master's programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Front Desk Coordination: Greet visitors, respond to inquiries, and share department information.
• Administrative Operations: Process purchases, travel reimbursements, and create basic documents and reports.
• Event & Facility Support: Help plan events; manage space moves, inventory, and key requests.
• Technology & Website Maintenance: Track tech equipment and update the department website.
• Academic & Faculty Support: Upload syllabi, assist with RTP, and manage internal elections.
• Credential Program Support: Schedule interviews, send registration materials, and track student progress.
• Master’s Program Support: Support MA advisors and coordinate surveys and compensation for guide teachers.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Support programs that prepare future educators for success.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a welcoming, mission-driven team.
• Professional Growth: Build valuable skills in academic and program administration.
• Campus Community: Join a vibrant university committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a truly collaborative environment where open communication is at the core—our leadership is accessible, values your ideas, and actively fosters teamwork.

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.

Department Summary

The School of Teacher Education (STE) has 16 tenured/tenure track faculty, approximately 80 lecturers, and approximately 1300 students in undergraduate, teaching credential programs and master’s programs. The STE offers approximately 230 sections of courses each semester.

 The unit is responsible for teacher preparation through state-licensed teaching credential programs, and graduate programs in elementary education, secondary education, and various other educational disciplines. The Liberal Studies Undergraduate Major is also housed in the STE. This major has over 800 students, graduating approximately 200 students per year. In addition, department faculty members teach in doctoral programs in the College of Education.

The department has close collaborations with numerous schools and school districts, and many programs and courses are held off-campus where our collaborative partners are located.

For more information regarding the School of Teacher of Education in the College of Education, 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

• Experience providing administrative or customer service support in an office or similar setting.
• Ability to coordinate logistics, such as scheduling meetings or arranging travel.
• Proficiency with commonly used office software (e.g., Microsoft Office or similar tools).
• Familiarity with online collaboration tools, such as Google Docs and Forms.
• Experience using online survey or data collection tools (e.g., Qualtrics or similar platforms) is preferred.
• Understanding of or experience working in mission-driven, educational, or public service environments is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $3,864 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: $3,864 - $6,072 per month. 

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 June 10, 2025 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 Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu.