Educational Opportunity Programs (Eop) Counselor, (Student Services Professional Iii)

Position Summary
San Diego State University is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success (EOPOS) Counselor. Reporting to the Associate Director of EOP, Outreach and Success, the EOPOS Counselor plays a critical role in providing comprehensive support to EOPOS students.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide guidance on course selection, evaluations, and transitions from high school or community college. Offer financial aid referrals and personal counseling to foster self-awareness, personal growth, and strong peer and family relationships.
Act as the primary EOP Counselor for 50% of the Guardian Scholars student population, collaborating with the GS Squad to deliver holistic support through seminars, monthly meetings, and events such as the GS Kick-offs, 1st Year Seminar, GS Thanksgiving, and GS Graduation Celebrations.
Engage in initiatives aimed at student retention and timely progress towards degree completion, including programs addressing probation/disqualification, non-enrollment, high achievers, and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
Serve on committees related to student services, events, and programs (e.g., EOPOS graduation, Summer Bridge) and act as a liaison to academic colleges and community centers.

Join us in fostering academic excellence and personal growth for EOPOS students at San Diego State University!

Position Information
This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not 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
A primary goal of the Office of Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success (EOPOS) is to improve access to higher education for students from underrepresented backgrounds by implementing and administering early outreach programs and recruitment processes which develop an understanding of and support the pathway to higher education for students and their parents, guardians and loved ones. EOPOS builds collaborative relationships with schools, school districts, community colleges and other organizations to support this goal. EOPOS assists students in overcoming historical, traditional, social, economic, psychological, and educational barriers throughout their collegiate experience and in achieving academic success by providing a comprehensive program of support services. Typical services provided include, but are not limited to outreach and recruitment, pre-admission counseling, screening-and-selection, professional development in teaching and learning methodologies, program orientation, summer transitional programs, financial aid advising and follow-up, special/regular admission, academic advising, tutoring, learning skills, peer mentoring, and academic/personal support services.
Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity
The Division works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through:
Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world;
Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff, and alumni of all backgrounds;
Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty, and staff, including enhancing the learning environment and expanding learning opportunities for all students inside and outside the classroom, and expanding and connecting opportunities for students to participate in transformational experiences;
Developing leaders who believe in and lead others toward supporting civility, mutual respect and diversity in our society and workplaces; and
Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically:
"The division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community's diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our Innovative, strategic, and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society."
For more information regarding the Office of Educational Opportunity Programs, click here .

Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.
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.

Key Qualifications
The candidate has demonstrated experience working with transition age youth (foster youth, ward of the court, guardianship, and/or unaccompanied homeless youth).
Demonstrated experience working in a high pace environment, can multitask, meet deadlines, work with a team, and adapt to new directives.
Demonstrated experience in coordinating programs, presentations, and activities in the area(s) of community building, life skills development, academic persistence, financial competence, housing stability, healthy relationships, identity development, wellness, and/or employment readiness.
Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution and crisis intervention as it pertains to students with a history of complex trauma and/or abuse.

Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,276 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: $5,276 - $7,517 per month.

Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here .
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.

Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on January 13, 2025. To receive full consideration, apply by January 12, 2025. 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.
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