Director, Senate Fellows Program

Working Title:Director, Senate Fellows Program
Classification Title:Administrator II
Posting Details
Priority Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 4th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)
Position Summary
The Director will lead the Senate Fellows Program, managing and overseeing all aspects of the selection process, the hiring process, recruitment of Senate placement offices, maintenance of a positive working relationship with the California State Senate, and mentoring, training and supervision of the Senate fellows. They will also assist with the recruitment process and support of various programs and projects at the Center for California Studies.
FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)
Anticipated Hiring Range:$7,500 per month- $10,000 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range:$4,812 per month - $15,449 per month

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Salary Grade/Range:? 1
Recruitment Type:Regular (At-Will)
Time Base:Full-Time
Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8-5, occasional additional hours
Department Information
A Gateway to Public Service & Leadership

The Center for California Studies is based at Sacramento State – the "Capital Campus" of the California State University. Being located in California's capital strategically positions the Center to be the link between the University and the three branches of California's government, think tanks, other universities, and outside partnerships involved with public service in California. This, paired with our extensive research, academic programming, and position as part of the country's largest public university system makes us uniquely equipped to fulfill our mission to bridge academia and government in the service of strengthening California's democracy.

https://www.csus.edu/center/center-california-studies/

Required Qualifications
Education:
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Experience:
2. Five or more years recent or direct experience working with or in government.
3. Formal supervisory or management experience, including the hiring process.
4. Experience in mentoring, advising and/or teaching interns and/or students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
5. Superior written and verbal communication skills.
6. Demonstrated skills in the following areas: organization, collaboration, project management, interpersonal, problem-solving and data analysis.
7. Strategic planning and leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire others and the ability to cultivate partnerships with outside entities.
8. Demonstrated knowledge of California state government and its structure, processes and actors.
9. An understanding and appreciation of California's demographic, economic, geographic and/or political diversity.
10. Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain and cultivate a workforce that is representative of California's demographic, racial/ethnic, economic, geographic and political diversity.
11. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications
12. Recent and direct experience working in the legislative branch of California state government, especially the California State Senate.
13. Graduate degree in a field related to public policy, public sector management, non profit management or education.
14. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with different organizational cultures and institutions.

15. Demonstrated ability to utilize a collegial and collaborative approach to assigned tasks.

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, cover letter, and diversity statement.

Diversity Statement:Sac State holds diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in its core values. Please share how you would implement DEI in this position and how these values have impacted your past work experiences. (500 words or less)

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
"As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement." As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated tolearning and student success;teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity;justice, diversity, equity and inclusion;resource development and sustainability;dedicated community engagement, andwellness and safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
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Out of State Employment
Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification
Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.