Asian Language Education Program Consortium Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator I)

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 College of Education is home to more than 1200 credential and graduate students. The College of Education’s work focuses on closing the opportunity gap. The College’s impact is notable given the fact that we credential the largest number of teachers of any public institution in the state of California and have the largest Ed.D. program in the CSU system. We seek an exceptional individual to join the Secondary Education department as the Asian Language Education Program Consortium Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator I). 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 inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Asian Language Bilingual Teacher Education Program Consortium supports opportunities for current and prospective K-12 teachers to obtain an Asian bilingual credential at CSU. The program is committed to supporting educational opportunities and successful career outcomes of credentialed teachers and teacher education candidates seeking Asian bilingual authorization, including, but not limited to : Vietnamese, Chinese Mandarin, Chinese Cantonese, Korean, Japanese, Hmong, Khmer, and Tagalog. By providing scholarships, the Asian Language Bilingual Teacher Education Program Consortium makes access to Asian bilingual authorization more accessible to current and future teachers, constructing a future that is respectful, inclusive, and promotes validity to Asian languages, the home language of many students in K-12 public education.

Under the general direction of the CSUF Program Director for Asian Language Bilingual Teacher Education Program Consortium, the Administrative Support Coordinator I provides administrative functions and coordinates the operation, publicity and overall maintenance of the program. This individual plays a key role in providing administrative support to the program's faculty and students and is responsible for coordinating program activities, managing program databases, and communicating with partners and board members. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about Asian languages and culture, and who wants to contribute to the growth of our program. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

All College of Education students leave with a perspective that recognizes, acknowledges, and respects the knowledge and strengths all students bring from their communities (e.g., cultural, ethnic, disability, and linguistic). This perspective is known as Just Equitable and Inclusive Education (JEIE) and is evident in all our programs. College of Education students use this perspective to make community-based assets an integral component of curricular and pedagogical development. In this way, our graduates learn to value and draw upon students’ backgrounds not only to support them in developing skills leading to success in the broader society, but also as a mechanism to transform our communities. We believe that all faculty and staff who work for the college must share these same commitments.

Click here to learn more about Just, Equitable and Inclusive Education (JEIE) principles. It is required that you provide a JEIE statement Your application will be considered incomplete without this requirement.

After viewing the video and reading our JEIE statement, please share how JEIE principles have informed or will inform your work in a professional setting.

• What do justice, equity and inclusion mean to you?
• A description of your experience working with a wide range of people.
• A description of how issues of justice, equity and / or inclusion have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

High School diploma or the equivalent and four years of progressively responsible experience in general office, clerical or secretarial work or the equivalent. Thorough, detailed knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Thorough knowledge of office systems with the ability to use a range of technology, systems, and software packages. Ability to independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects. Ability to apply a variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist. Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures. Ability to perform standard business math including calculating ratios and percentages, tracking financial data, and making simple projections. Ability to draft and compose correspondence and standard reports. Ability to handle effectively a broad range of interpersonal contacts including those at a higher level and those sensitive in nature.

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

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in education or a related field. One to two years of relevant experience in program coordination, preferably in a higher education setting. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Familiarity with database management and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to quickly learn and interpret policies and procedures. Strong customer service experience. Passion for teaching and education.

License / Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.