Community Services Program Specialist

Job description

Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist II
Hours:  Full-time / 40 hours per week 
FLSA: Non-exempt

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,355 to $6,748* mo.

*CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position.

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: October 1, 2025
Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Powered by an inspiring , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year.

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution.

Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives.

CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The university’s prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators.

Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz.

Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff.

With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Public Safety/Chief of Police, the Community Services Program Specialist provides a wide range of support functions in parking, public safety, and administrative operations within the University Police Department (UPD).

Responsibilities will also include organizing traffic control and assisting law enforcement personnel as directed.

The role requires independent judgment and discretion to analyze and resolve complex issues, and may involve interpreting, developing, and recommending policies, procedures, and protocols.

This is a key role that involves organizing, promoting, and creating community engagement opportunities representative of the police department’s goals and mission.

This position will be the primary provider of leadership, guidance and coordination of UPD student employees, service learning students, interns and volunteers

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

Other Functions:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply expertise to complex program and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations.

Demonstrated expertise in and advanced knowledge of the principles, problems and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management.

Expertise in administrative survey techniques, operations and system analysis, statistical and research methods, and the ability to interpret and evaluate results to develop sound conclusions and recommend new or revised policies.

Skills: Demonstrated expertise in and advanced knowledge of the principles, problems, and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management.

Demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups.

Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, an interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

Ability to: take initiative and work independently to determine effective approaches to projects and priorities; organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved; apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations; understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions; work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations; effectively present ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus; apply extensive expertise to the complexity of maintaining effective university-community partnerships in both face-to-face and online contexts; work with representative from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Entry into this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods.

This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS:

Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Ability to perform standard arithmetic functions, including tracking and comparing data.

Ability to learn, interpret independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and procedures.

Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings.

Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking, procedure development, and logistical abilities.

Incumbent must demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and compassion with sensitive situations and information.

Demonstrated ability to address the essential functions associated with this position, including the knowledge and abilities identified above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience working in a municipal, university or college public safety program.

Experience providing lead work direction to others.

Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite, When to Work or equivalent work scheduling system, and Google mail and calendaring programs.

Highly desirable: Demonstrated understanding of and the commitment to CSUMB’s Vision.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Required to work indoors and/or outdoors year-round, including in inclement weather.

Also requires working in a typical office environment with standard equipment and tasks, and working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time.

Requires travel to on campus and off-campus locations.

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority.

While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.

BENEFITS/PERKS:

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

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The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable housing near main campus.

The allocation of housing is subject to several factors, including availability, eligibility criteria, and specific program guidelines.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at .

Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing .

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.

We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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