Graduate Program Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator II)

The School of Public Health at San Diego State University is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Graduate Program Coordinator to join our team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide administrative coordination and support for graduate admissions, enrollment management, student services, and recruitment activities that contribute directly to student success and program operations.

• →Administration and Student Support: Act as the primary contact for prospective students, applicants, current students, faculty, and campus offices; coordinate graduate admissions processes through SOPHAS and related systems; maintain student records and databases; monitors student progress; prepare reports and statistical summaries; interprets university and program policies; and support day-to-day administrative operations.
• →Campus Events and Recruitment Support: Coordinate and provide logistical support for graduate student orientation programs, guest speaker events, and School-sponsored activities; represent the School of Public Health at graduate recruitment events and professional conferences and support outreach and recruitment efforts to promote enrollment and student engagement.
• →Adjunct Appointment Support: Provide administrative support for adjunct faculty appointment processes, maintain appointment records, and ensure required documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with on-site work in San Diego after the probationary period.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it’s like to work at the CSU—watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

The SDSU School of Public Health is a top 15 public school of public health in the nation and is ranked 23rd among all schools and programs of public health (U.S. News and World Report, 2019 edition). The school has undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs within five established divisions. The doctoral programs are offered jointly with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Student enrollment exceeds 900 students across all programs. The School has strong community partnerships, which enable it to provide practical experience to students.

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Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

• Experience in higher education, particularly in graduate-level student services, admissions, or enrollment management.
• Experience supporting diverse populations and providing inclusive, customer-focused service
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

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All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU 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. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.