La Casa Latina Student Center Program Coordinator at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	11/16/2024
Classification Title	Advising and Student Services
Rank	N - No Rank
Working Title	La Casa Latina Student Center Program Coordinator
Department	331622 - OSA La Casa Latina
Position Number	D93233
Representation	AU - AAUP
Renewable	Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE	1.0
Tenure Status	F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. For information about the La Casa Latina Center, please visit https://www.pdx.edu/cultural-resource-centers/la-casa-latina-student-center
Position Summary	The Program Coordinator provides leadership to the La Casa Latina Student Center and the Cultural Resource Centers to maintain and enhance an environment where Latinx students see themselves reflected, embraced, and valued, and make connections to campus resources and services to support student retention. This position: facilitates the development and coordination of co-curricular programming that supports student success through community-building activities, cultural programs, social justice pedagogy, leadership development, community service and engagement, and identity development. Facilitates student involvement in planning and implementing programs in the Latinx community and with other cultural and identity-based centers on campus. Collaborates with student groups, on-campus departments, and community organizations to advance the mission of the Cultural Resource Centers. This position works under the direction of the Assistant Director and reports to the Executive Director of Cultural Resource Centers. In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers : https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/academicaffairs.web.wdt.pdx.edu/files/2023-02/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Watermark%20Art%2018%20Updated%20Amendment%202022%2012Dec08.pdf
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience in program development focused on equity principles. Knowledge of promising practices in adult student programming, student services, and activities; and community service programs. Experience working with Latinx, Chicanx, Latin American, Caribbean students, and community members. Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and diverse cultures. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Competency with basic computer applications, e-mail, etc. Demonstrated excellence in facilitating meetings, developing training on basic event planning, and running large group team-building exercises. Experience with maintaining a budget. Applied knowledge of social justice theories with a focus on equity. Active listening, mentoring, interpersonal, cross-cultural communication, and conflict mediation skills. Ability to prioritize assignments and tasks, to juggle various projects and issues at the same time, and to work with a minimal amount of direct supervision.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of the needs and experiences of urban Latinx, Chicanx, Latin American, Caribbean communities, and organizations. Experience supervising adult student workers. Strategic organizational skills to the ability to develop short-term and long-term plans. Knowledge of higher education policies and program requirements and large public organizational structures. Knowledge/experience with social media.
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 between 9am and 5pm, with some weekend and evening hours.
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 for this position will be $54,684, but may be negotiated above this rate, dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. 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	10/03/2024
Projected Close Date for Posting	Closes
Application screening begins	09/23/2024
Quick Link	https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/45908

Supplemental Questions

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1. * This position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Are you currently employed as an AAUP academic professional?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please describe the degree program for your Bachelor's degree.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * 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
4. If you selected Other, please describe.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References

Optional Documents

PI250103603

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