Student Success Professional, College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences

Company: California State University San Marcos
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Overview Purpose of Position: Under the general direction of the Associate Dean, the incumbent plays a critical role in academic success and retention of students in the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences. The incumbent utilizes interpersonal and analytical skills to work closely with students and academic policies to address student academic issues and recommend solutions that support retention and graduation. Solutions often require careful coordination with faculty, the Associate Dean, and colleagues in Student Affairs. The incumbent also supports various Dean's Office initiatives and services that promote student academic success. Position Summary Student Success Professional (Student Services Professional III) This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period. For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page. Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5.540 - $6,500 per month CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,540 - $7,893 per month Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal . The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. California State University San Marcos A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve. California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues. Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world. Application Process This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on March 30 2026. Application requires answers to supplemental questions. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu . Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment 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. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html . Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).

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