Job No:563087; 10/10/2026

Department Coordinator
Administrative Support Coordinator I
Special Education & Counseling

Salary Range: $4,047 - $5,896/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range: $4,047 - $4,295/Monthly)

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; non-exempt classification; temporary position, expires on or before one year from start date; may be extended.

Essential Functions: The Administrative Support Coordinator I is responsible for clerical and administrative support functions for an academic, special programs or administrative offices, and/or performance of the full range of secretarial and administrative support functions for an individual administrative head or small to medium-sized group. Administrative support projects often varied, complex, and long term and involve coordinating, prioritizing, and monitoring through their completion with accountability for end results. The incumbent often is involved in planning and coordinating work in a unit and/or providing lead work direction and/or training and assistance to others. Work may involve addressing a wide range of problems that require interpreting policies and procedures, critical thinking and coordinating and working with individuals at all levels. This position provides comprehensive support to the department chair or administrative head and coordinates a variety of administrative projects that are often varied, complex, and long-term in nature. Responsibilities include planning, prioritizing, and overseeing the completion of work assignments with accountability for results. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in interpreting and applying a wide range of policies and procedures and is frequently involved in the coordination of departmental operations. The Department Coordinator may provide lead work direction, training, and assistance to other support staff, and collaborates with individuals at all organizational levels to resolve issues and ensure operational continuity.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Three years of general office experience, including operational or procedural administrative support work. Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and ability to independently perform all technical aspects of assigned work; thorough, detailed knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures; thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; thorough knowledge of office systems and a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages; and working knowledge of budget policies and procedures. Strong skills in performing standard business mathematics, including calculating ratios and percentages, tracking financial data, and making simple projections, as well as drafting correspondence and preparing standard reports. Ability to independently manage multiple work unit priorities and projects; independently interpret and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist; and effectively interact with a broad range of individuals, including higher-level contacts and those involving sensitive matters. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.

California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon 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.

Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; familiarity with university administrative processes and procedures pertaining to the assigned office or department.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on October 24, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply.  Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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