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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the ES Center for RACE Support Coordinator supports the daily administrative, fiscal, and operational functions of the Ethnic Studies (ES) Center for Research, Activism, and Community Empowerment (RACE). Responsibilities include coordinating office activities, maintaining accurate financial and personnel records, preparing expenditure reports, and assisting with program and event logistics. The coordinator plays an essential role in facilitating communication between the Center and Ethnic Studies departments, assisting with student recruitment and timekeeping, managing confidential records, and supporting the Director with reports, meetings, and special projects that strengthen the Center’s academic and community partnerships.

• Assists with recruiting and onboarding student assistants, including budget oversight and time entry.
• Reviews the center’s budget and processes all expenditures through the proper procurement process.
• Creates and maintains confidential student, Board member, and personnel files, as well as fellowship records and Advisory Board and CSUN CES meeting documentation.
• Responsible for assisting with the coordination of Center meetings, including preparing the Board meeting agenda and minutes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible administrative or technical office management experience in an administrative capacity exercising independent judgment and leading the work of others.
• Equivalent to full-time college or university education/vocational school training in business or job-related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex administrative functions with accuracy and attention to detail. Knowledge of fiscal tracking and budget oversight practices, including timekeeping and expenditure documentation. Skilled in organizing and prioritizing multiple tasks such as student onboarding, report preparation, and event logistics in a fast-paced academic environment.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills to serve as an effective administrative liaison between the Center and multiple Ethnic Studies departments and community partners. Ability to coordinate vendor communications, maintain professional correspondence, and support Advisory Board engagement through outreach, website updates, and promotional activities.
• Thorough knowledge of budget management principles, fiscal reporting, and procurement processes within a university or comparable setting. Ability to review and reconcile financial transactions, process budget transfers, and prepare detailed monthly and annual fiscal reports with accuracy and compliance to institutional policies.
• Proficiency in processing financial and travel documentation through systems such as myCSUNglobe or similar platforms. Ability to apply established procedures for expenditures, reimbursements, and fund management across multiple accounts, including state, foundation, and TUC funds, while ensuring accuracy, accountability, and adherence to university fiscal guidelines.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Administrative Support Coordinator / 1035 / 2
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4367 - $4821 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4367 - $6362 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through November 10, 2025 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, management or faculty positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• 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.