Programs Support Lead, CPaCE

Opt For Healthy Living; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A California state university is seeking an administrative support professional to handle complex assignments, manage projects, and organize events. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills. This temporary position offers a monthly hiring range of $4,367 to $4,918 and requires a commitment to the university's diverse community.

Benefits

Excellent benefits through CalPERS

Tuition fee waiver

Generous vacation and sick leave

14 paid holidays each year

Qualifications

• Experience in an executive support role or administrative position in a university or academic setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse campus community.
• Familiarity with document management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and tasks effectively while meeting deadlines.
• Serve as a liaison for program coordinators/teams.
• Organize events hosted by CPaCE.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

5 years of administrative support experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

SharePoint

Job description

Apply now Job no: 553555
Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Performs complex and sensitive assignments requiring initiative, confidentiality, independent judgment and knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
• Organizes and prioritizes a variety of projects and tasks in an effective and timely manner and meets critical deadlines. Maintains attention to detail and accuracy in all duties, including accountable results, as well as for processes and document submissions.
• Support the implementation of strategic initiatives and projects within the college by maintaining key databases of partners, policies and resources.
• Serves as a liaison for program coordinators/teams to other college units including IT, Student Services Center and facilities.
• Plan and organize events hosted by CPaCE, including conferences, workshops, and meetings.
• Support the implementation of strategic initiatives and projects within the college.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate is highly adaptable, able to manage changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. They demonstrate initiative and independence in problem-solving yet excel as a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills for effective engagement with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders. Equipped with outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, they can compose professional correspondence, reports, and presentations with precision. This candidate is proficient in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills, and has experience with PeopleSoft and SharePoint, as well as familiarity with email systems, calendar applications, and document management tools. They are quick to learn new technologies and adept at using digital platforms for scheduling, communication, and project coordination. With proven ability to manage complex calendars, logistics, and event planning, they bring resourcefulness and sound judgment to crisis management and decision-making. Their professional demeanor, discretion in handling sensitive information, and alignment with the university’s mission—particularly in continuing education—make them well-suited for administrative support, office management, and program coordination roles.

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 five years of administrative support experience required.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Communication, or a related discipline preferred.

• Proven experience in an executive support role or administrative position in a university or academic setting preferred.

Physical Summary

• Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.

Department

CPaCE Academic Programs

Classification

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.

Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $4,367 (Step 1) - $4,918 (Step 7) per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,367 (Step 1) - $6,362 (Step 20) per month.

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

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

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.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

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 [e-mail] .

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.

Advertised: Nov 26 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Dec 10 2025 Pacific Standard Time