Job Description:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	11/01/2024
Classification Title	Advising and Student Services
Rank	N - No Rank
Working Title	New Student Programs Coordinator
Department	331234 - NSP Campus Visits
Position Number	D95246
Representation	AU - AAUP
Renewable	Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE	1
Tenure Status	F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	Portland State University is nationally recognized as setting a standard for urban universities in the 21st century. The University is strategically located in the population and business center of Oregon on a 32-acre campus with 41 major buildings in the tree-lined Park Blocks district of downtown Portland. Total enrollment exceeds 23,000 including more than 5,000 graduate students. Portland State was granted university status in 1969 and is a relatively young and growing university with an active continuing education program. The Branford Price Millar Library holds 1.28 million bound volumes and 8,900 serial subscriptions. As an urban university, Portland State serves as the center of the educational network in the Portland metropolitan area.
Position Summary	The New Student Programs Coordinator provides coordination of daily tours, virtual tours, and events. This position reports to the Associate Director of New Student Programs and collaborates to plan, develop, and execute events. This position will also work closely with the Group Visits Coordinator, Welcome Center Manager, and Admissions Recruitment team to schedule events and support students who visit PSU. The Coordinator will contribute to a campus environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. This position will function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Minimum Qualifications	• Bachelor’s degree; • At least one year of full-time experience working in admissions, new student programs, registration or a closely aligned area in higher education; • Bilingual English/Spanish – ability to read, write, and speak in Spanish; • Ability to problem solve quickly during programs and events; • Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in an organized fashion; • Demonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse constituents; • Experience working with Latinx students and families; • Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications; • Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced, high volume office; • Ability to work well with others in collaborative environment; • Excellent communication skills with ability to discuss difficult situations in a calm and professional manner; and • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications	• BA/BS with 3+ years of related experience in higher education administration, student affairs, communications or related field; • 1+ years supervision experience
Key Cultural Competencies	Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours	40 hours per week usually Monday to Friday, including some evenings and weekends.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary range for this position will be between $51,984 and $56,172. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Search Details

Posting Close Date
Projected Close Date for Posting	Open Until Filled
Application screening begins	09/16/2024
Quick Link	https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/45774

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you fluent in both English and Spanish?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you first find out about this position?
   • PSU Website
   • Indeed.com
   • HERCJobs
   • Urban League of Portland
   • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
   • Oregon Employment Department
   • Social Media
   • Person Referral
   • Career Builder
   • Glass Door
   • Other - Please describe in the next Question
3. If you selected Other, please describe.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References

Optional Documents

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