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Retention SpecialistUniversity Enterprises, Inc. • Sacramento, California, US
Retention Specialist

Retention Specialist

University Enterprises, Inc. • Sacramento, California, US
19 days ago
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  • Part-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Retention Specialist

College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)

REQUISITION #655025857

University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking a Retention Specialist for the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). CAMP is a unique educational program at Sacramento State that assists students from migrant and seasonal farmworker backgrounds to succeed in obtaining a college degree. The program is primarily funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Students receive outreach, admission, and academic and personal support services to ease the transition from high school to Sacramento State. CAMP admits 55 freshmen every year and provides follow-up services to approximately 200 continuing students.

RATE OF PAY : $22.87 - $34.30 per hour

BENEFITS : UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes :

  • UEI contribution to a TIAA retirement plan after one year of service
  • Paid Vacation Time
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays - 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day as the CSUS campus is closed
  • Excellent medical benefits - 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
  • Educational Assistance Program for employees and / or dependents
  • Discounted membership to The WELL, Sacramento State's on-campus fitness center
  • View a comprehensive list of all of the benefits at

FILING DEADLINE : This position closes to new applicants on October 26, 2025. Your application will be reviewed after this date.

APPLY ONLINE : To be considered, all applicants must apply through the UEI website at ?ShowJob=655025857. Applicants who apply outside of this link will not be considered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

This position is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position, with a defined contribution retirement plan through TIAA. (The position is not covered under the California Public Employees' Retirement System.)

Continued employment in this position is dependent upon continued and / or renewal of funding and the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee, can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Program continuation is contingent upon funding. The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in one of the Behavioral or Social Sciences, Education or related field or equivalent combination of education and / or work experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in advising, education, or a related student services field and working with underrepresented students in academic and / or career advisement.
  • Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the unique cultural traits found in migrant families.
  • Demonstrated skill in advising and guiding students individually and in groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers, students, parents, faculty, and staff.
  • Demonstrated skill to work independently.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet computer applications, such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must be fingerprinted and pass a background check. Must continue to meet the established standards.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Demonstrated communication skills in Spanish.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    With or without reasonable accommodation : Sit for extended periods; frequent movement; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, scanners, printers, and fax machines.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Work is performed in an office environment, continuous contact with staff, students, campus community, the public, and other agencies.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    This position advises first and second-year migrant students regarding university procedures, career development, job opportunities, internships, scholarships, and many other personal and academic issues related to university life. Due to the nature of the job responsibilities, the person in this position will have a legal duty to report child abuse and neglect and is considered by law to be a "mandated reporter." This position reports directly to and receives general supervision from the Interim Associate Director . The position oversees and monitors the work of part-time student assistants.

    The specific duties and responsibilities are as follows :

  • Provides individual advising to students regarding university policies, registration, withdrawal, graduation, financial aid, general education, advising and other issues typical of university life.
  • Provides new students with an orientation to campus services. Explains policies regarding financial aid, health services and tutorial services. Helps to assess career development, career advancement, and ideas on techniques related to job search opportunities.
  • In conjunction with the Outreach Specialist, co-coordinates and implements special activities for students and their families. This includes, but is not limited to : CAMP Orientation, the CAMP Student / Parent Program, career exploration field trips and workshops, the annual student / staff retreat, and other activities in alignment with CAMP goals and objectives.
  • Collects and compiles information and maintains a database regarding job opportunities, internships programs, scholarships, fellowships, and other employment opportunities.
  • Collects and compiles information and statistics on numbers of students advised, participation in retention activities, and prepares monthly and yearend reports on CAMP retention efforts. Closes out student files and develops student referral lists for other campus offices.
  • Coordinates and implements special educational, cultural, and enrichment activities for the students and their parents.
  • Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with campus supportive services offices, academic departments, community agencies, secondary school personnel, and migrant education personnel.
  • In collaboration with the Outreach Specialist performs presentations to students, school personnel, community organizations, parent advisory committees, and community agencies regarding CAMP, higher education opportunities, and financial aid. Some travel and evening / weekend presentations may be required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Director / Coordinator to ensure the success of the program and its participants.
  • Note : This position vacancy is with University Enterprises Inc., an auxiliary organization of California State University, Sacramento. This is not a University position; the incumbent will be an employee of University Enterprises. University Enterprises operates commercial enterprises on the California State University, Sacramento campus; it is responsible for grant and contract management and fiscal services for University research and sponsored programs and provides fiscal services to University related agencies and activities. University Enterprises is a non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors in conformance with the appropriate State of California codes and policy directives of the Board of Trustees and the campus administration.

    University Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of University Enterprises that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotions will be on a basis of qualifications of the individual for the position being filled, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age (over 40 years), sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (diagnosis or history of cancer)

  • , citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability. Any persons who feel that they have been discriminated against in connection with an application for employment should contact University Enterprises' Director of Human Resources at .
  • As defined in Section 12926(F), Government Code 12990.
  • AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
  • In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Sacramento has made crime reporting statistics available on-line at www.csus.edu / police / cleryact.htm. Print copies are available in the CSUS library and by request from the CSUS Office of Public Safety and the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.

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