Black Scholars Matter Advising Assistant

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Advising Assistant advises students individually or in groups on academic choices, career planning, and campus resources. Offers holistic mentorship and supports artistic/creative academic pathways.

• Assists students throughout the year with academic and college life skill-building, providing support, advisement, mentoring that embodies a holistic approach to an academic pathway to prepare students for career readiness.
• Facilitates purposeful and relevant educational workshops, programs, and activities for Scholars.
• Works with the BSM team and Scholars to create persuasive content for targeted campaigns and oversees creative visual content (newsletter, videography/photography/social media), thus providing Scholars with practical, hands-on experience which supports career readiness.
• Maintains frequent communication with other BSM Empowerment Squad members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field.
• Equivalent to one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level.
• A Master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge, appreciation and understanding of African/Black/African American Culture.
• Understanding of best practices for advisement and student mentoring. Knowledge of higher education trends.
• Understanding of digital marketing and brand messaging. 
• Ability to assist with marketing and PR campaigns.
• Knowledge of social media and social media management.
• Understanding of event planning and event management and knowledge of best practices in photography and videography. Understanding and have familiarity with print, typography, and layout skills.
• Knowledge of first-class written and spoken communication.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: 3079 / SSP I / Grade 2
• The anticipated PART TIME HIRING RATE is $ 2,801 per month. The part time salary range for this classification is: $2801 - $3963.75 per month.
• HOURS: Part Time; 25 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Temporary 6 months position.
• The position is currently hybrid (3 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through April 24, 2026, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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