What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant - Part-Time position at California State University, Long Beach?
Job Summary
The Program Assistant, under the direct supervision of the Learning Center Director, provides coordination and support services for the Content Tutoring Program, including assisting with training of student staff, administrative support, and daily oversight of program services. The Program Assistant provides critical support for TLC, designed to strengthen the academic success and retention of students using TLC services.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse campus community. They should have a solid understanding of the challenges faced by low-income, first-generation, and academically at-risk students, and be able to assess learning needs and connect students with appropriate resources. Familiarity with learning disabilities and the learning process across various disciplines is preferred. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable delivering presentations and engaging with students in both individual and group settings.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
Learning Center
Classification
Student Services Professional IB
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
The hiring rate for this position is $3,3375 per month.
CSU Classification Salary Range (Part-Time, 0.75 FTE): $3,361.50 - $4,756.5 per month.
Time Base
0.75 time-base, part-time.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for 6 months with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Benefits
Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Application Procedures
Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY
It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Additional Information
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.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, 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.
Advertised: Oct 31 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 14 2025 Pacific Standard Time
The Program Assistant, under the direct supervision of the Learning Center Director, provides coordination and support services for the Content Tutoring Program, including assisting with training of student staff, administrative support, and daily oversight of program services. The Program Assistant provides critical support for TLC, designed to strengthen the academic success and retention of students using TLC services.
Key Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the Learning Center Director, provide coordination and daily oversight of services for the Content Tutoring program.
- Directly assist with the supervision and evaluation of tutors, along with the Director.
- Assist with the maintenance of the program infrastructure including program documentation, training materials, and other program resource materials, including electronic / online materials.
- Conduct outreach to disseminate information about program services to the campus community and campus partners.
- Assist the Director with activities related to program assessment and evaluation, as needed.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse campus community. They should have a solid understanding of the challenges faced by low-income, first-generation, and academically at-risk students, and be able to assess learning needs and connect students with appropriate resources. Familiarity with learning disabilities and the learning process across various disciplines is preferred. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable delivering presentations and engaging with students in both individual and group settings.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field and one year of directly related experience required.
- Master's degree in counseling, higher education administration or related field preferred.
- Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects. (10 pounds or less).
Learning Center
Classification
Student Services Professional IB
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
The hiring rate for this position is $3,3375 per month.
CSU Classification Salary Range (Part-Time, 0.75 FTE): $3,361.50 - $4,756.5 per month.
Time Base
0.75 time-base, part-time.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for 6 months with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Benefits
Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Application Procedures
Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY
It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Additional Information
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.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, 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.
Advertised: Oct 31 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 14 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Salary : $3,362 - $4,757