Looking for Student Athlete Mentor I in Sacramento, CA
Posted 2025-04-06Job title: Student Athlete Mentor I
Company: California State University
Job description: Working Title: Student Athlete Mentor I
Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA
Posting Details
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, May 30th @ 11:55pm PST
Hiring Preference
Not Applicable
Position Summary
The Student Athlete Mentoring Program is part of the Student Athlete Resource Center's Life Skills & Student Athlete Development Program. Student Athlete Mentors provide extra academic support to student-athletes to improve their retention and graduation rates.
Student Athlete mentors meet with each of their assigned students at least once a week to review their academic progress. In these meetings, the mentor discusses and reviews the student's academic progress by reviewing their coursework, syllabi, study skills, time management, class attendance, assignments, and tests. Mentors may also provide tutoring as needed.
Mentors report their students' academic progress, meeting attendance, and other pertinent information to the full-time SARC staff.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.72 per hour, anticipated hire is at the minimum of the classification salary range
CSU Classification Salary Range: $21.72 per hour - $26.56 per hour
Best-in-class Benefits:
CSU Total Compensation:
Salary Grade/Range: 1
Recruitment Type: Temporary (Annually Renewable)
Time Base: Hourly-Intermittent
Pay Plan: 12 months
Work Hours: This is a part-time hourly position, at 5 to 20 hours per week depending on case load. Working hours are anticipated primarily between 8am - 1pm, Monday - Friday.
Department Information
Student Athlete Recourse Center (SARC) is responsible for assisting student-athletes in their transition to Sacramento State. Our office becomes the primary resource for student-athletes as we focus on academic advising, NCAA eligibility, mentoring, and retention and graduation efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities:
Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior; research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information; and the techniques and methods of interviewing.
Ability to gather and analyze data; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences and interviews; clearly express ideas and recommendations orally; write clear and concise reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and faculty.
Experience:
None required.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities: * Ability to provide effective student services such as advising, tutoring, counseling, or other related duties in a college setting.
- Ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff and administrators.
- Effective communication skills in-person, on the phone and via online systems.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism while providing direct service to students, even in difficult situations.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge or familiarity in working with, coaching, or mentoring athletes
- Knowledge of collegiate athletics environments/NCAA compliance
Resume and cover letter.
Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
About Sac State
is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the ?Farm-to-Fork Capital,? is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State's 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: ?As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.? As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to , , , , and .
As evidenced by the values embedded in our , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the ? page.
Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. One variation of background check required could be a LiveScan screening, which involves submitting fingerprints at a certified LiveScan Service Center.
COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:
Per the , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment Policy
Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
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The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.
Eligibility Verification
Selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.
Advertised: May 16 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Expected salary: $21.72 - 26.56 per hour
Location: Sacramento, CA
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