Working Title

Education Pathways Coordinator

SF State University

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Department

Office of Research & Sponsored Programs/Graduate College of Education

Appointment Type

Temporary. 

The position will end on or before Oct 31, 2025. Permanent status cannot be earned in this grant-funded position. This Temporary appointment can be concluded prior to the stated temporary appointment end date, normally with a two-week notice period. Continuation of this temporary appointment is contingent upon grant funding.

Time Base

Full-Time

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$6,186.00 per month ($74,232.00 annually) 

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the PI for the SF/P K-16 Collaborative, this position works with the grant’s Administrative Lead, the Education Pathway Design Team, and various faculty and department chairs to serve as a liaison between planners, counselors, and administrators at SFSU, CCSF, SMCCD, SFUSD, UCSF, and other partner institutions. The role focuses on expanding clear pathways into education careers with onramps at every level. It supports the grant’s goal of building a collaborative across the San Francisco and Peninsula region to assist students in transitioning from high school to college, especially those from historically underserved communities. Ideal candidates will have experience in PK-12, community colleges, or higher education, and a background in student advising or career services.

Position Information

Liaison Activities Leading to Pathway Development and Implementation

• Meet regularly with the PI, the Administrative Lead, the Social Policy Research (SPR) Lead, and the Education Pathway Design Team and its members to develop a clear and working knowledge of how education pathways work, what’s missing, and what’s needed;
• Responsible for building working relationships that model and enhance the grant’s goals for a collaborative, characterized by collegial and clear communication, regular contact and reaching out, increased awareness and knowledge of education pathways, presence and showing up, professional judgment, follow-through, and collaboration.  
• Utilize professional expertise in education to establish and cultivate collaborative relationships with key stakeholders at SFUSD, SF State (particularly in majors that commonly lead to education-related careers), and programs supporting incoming freshmen and transfer students. Develop partnerships with four community colleges (CCSF, Skyline, San Mateo, and Cañada), key district leaders, and support networks to clarify, promote, and enhance education pathways.
• Serve as a point person at SFSU for counselors, advisors, students, teachers, and others who are seeking information about education programs; gather data on inquiries to shape pathway support;
• Take the lead on key outreach activities for education programs, such as career fairs and college days, especially in relation to the K-16 Collaborative efforts;
• Capture and write up highlights and stories to illustrate the education pathway, and work with the K-16 Collaborative to share these on social media and in K-16 reports

SF/P K-16 Collaborative Grant Support

• Work directly with the PI, Administrative Lead, and SPR Lead as needed to develop and implement the goals of the K-16 Collaborative grant in San Francisco, the Peninsula and in the Bay Area;
• Participate in the development, piloting, and implementation of pathway maps and K-16 Collaborative materials and tools across the San Francisco and Peninsula region, for the K-16 Collaborative grant;
• Support the planning of, and participate in meetings and convenings as appropriate, and share progress and ideas for education pathways; learn from education pathway activities in other regions of the grant project (San Jose, East Bay)
• Submit information for the Education Pathway narrative reports to the Administrative Lead as needed;
• With the project team, analyze and report data related to the education pathways; participate in the Data Summit to help clarify where the education pathway is successful and where improvement is needed

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities:

The following knowledge and abilities as well as those listed at the lower levels in the Student Services Professional series are required for appointment into this classification.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior. General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques; general knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge, of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned. Working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned.

Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; advise students individually and in groups on complex student‑related matters; determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Experience:

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required.

A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a 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 where such are job-related.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience.  A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.

• Working knowledge of the methods and problems of organization and program management.
• Ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally, as well as write clear and concise reports.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other programs or service areas and ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
• Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements. 
• Ability to obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews.
• Ability to recognize multi-sexed and multi-aged value systems and work accordingly.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior.
• General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned.
• General knowledge of individual counseling techniques.
• General knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge, of the organizational procedures and activities of the campus. 
• Working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned.
• 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 determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action.
• Ability to carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions.  SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU).  CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California.  Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception.  While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

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The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.

Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.