Department Administrative Assistant

Department Administrative Assistant

(Administrative

Support Coordinator I)

Compensation and Benefits

Staff

Anticipated Hiring Salary: $4,047 per month (Step 1)

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,047 - $5,896 per

month

• This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week),

probationary, non-exempt position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that

includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the

California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and

vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are

also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A

summary of benefit information can be found here .

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Department Chairs for

Criminology and Geography and City & Regional Planning, the

individual will provide administrative and clerical support for

both departments. With similar responsibilities in both

departments, the successful individual will provide support for

both departments, with time split between both departments at

approximately 50%. The successful individual will assist the chairs

and faculty to ensure that all University and College requirements

and deadlines are accurately and promptly met. This position

requires considerable discretion and judgment in order to

effectively coordinate and support all functions related to

delivery of essential department programs, academic and options

certificates and services. This individual will serve as the office

coordinator.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of office methods, procedures, and standard

practices, including principles of customer service.

• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling and

punctuation, and be able to clearly communicate orally and in

writing.

• Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of office systems and ability to use a

broader range of technology, systems, and packages.

• Work with frequent interruptions while organizing and

prioritizing multiple assignments.

• Accept ongoing changes (operational/personnel), adjust

priorities, and be responsive to short-notice requests and

deadlines.

• Independently interpret and apply a wide variety of policies

and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities,

please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, and three years of

progressively responsible general office experience which includes

full functional knowledge of and skill in standard administrative

office procedures, practices and equipment; as well as the ability

to understand and operate in a variety of organizational

structures.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by March 8, 2026, will be given full

consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the

request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for

California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must

complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most

recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their

specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information

for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the

California State University System. The University's mission is to

boldly educate and empower students for success through our values

of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student

population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of

students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The

University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep

involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over

527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The

campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and

Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey

Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts.

Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in

California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and

produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and

implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with

applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and

regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit

discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a

protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry,

age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital

status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical

condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to

diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and

retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal

opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination

Policy , it is strongly recommended that all 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. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu .

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check

(including a criminal records check) must be completed

satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California

State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the

background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of

employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus

will be required to undergo a background check for any position

where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State

has identified as sensitive.

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 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California

State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the

filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and

the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office

and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free

campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or

management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Advertised: 23 Feb 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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