About The University Corporation
The University Corporation is a non-profit auxiliary corporation providing commercial and administrative services to California State University, Northridge. Our mission is to provide services and solutions that address the needs of California State University, Northridge; to support the academic, research, and creative endeavors of its students, faculty, and staff; and to enhance the quality of campus life.
Overview: The CSUN College Corps Manager serves as the primary administrator and strategic lead for the #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program at California State University, Northridge. This position is responsible for the overall management, implementation, and continuous improvement of a large-scale, equity-centered service program. The Manager ensures that the program reflects CSUN’s commitment to equity, cultural affirmation, and student success, while advancing community impact in the areas of K–12 education, food insecurity/basic needs, and climate action. The Manager oversees student recruitment and retention, community partnerships, staff supervision, compliance and reporting, and cross-campus collaboration to ensure high-quality student experiences and strong community outcomes.
Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):
Program Leadership & Administration
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the College Corps program
- Oversee daily operations, program implementation, and continuous improvement efforts
- Ensure alignment with California Volunteers, AmeriCorps, and CSU/CSUN policies and requirements
- Develop and maintain program infrastructure, policies, and procedures
- Collaborates with Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Financial Aid, and the Office of Community Engagement
Community Partnerships & Host Site Development
- Serve as the primary liaison to community host partners across the three priority service areas
- Develop, maintain, and expand partnerships with nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies
- Oversee host site recruitment, vetting, on-boarding, and works with the Office of Community Engagement to ensure completion of Service Agreements and S4 tracking
- Ensure host sites provide meaningful, supervised, and compliant service opportunities
- Conduct regular site visits and partner check-ins
Student Recruitment, Placement & Retention
- Lead recruitment strategies to build a diverse, equity-centered cohort of Fellows
- Oversee application, selection, and placement processes
- Ensure equitable access and participation of Students and partner with the Office of Financial Aid to ensure eligibility and aid packaging
- Monitor student progress, retention, and completion of required service hours
- Support placement matching aligned with student goals and community needs
Supervision & Staff Management
- Supervise program staff, including: Program Coordinator, MSW Interns (in partnership with supervisors)
- Provide leadership, training, and performance evaluation
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered team environment
Student Support, Training & Cohort Development
- Ensure Fellows receive structured on-boarding, training, and ongoing professional development
- Support implementation of leadership development, reflection, and community-building activities
- Oversee support structures including MSW intern mentoring and peer mentorship (Year 2+)
- Promote culturally affirming, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices
Compliance, Data Management & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including: hour tracking (e.g., S4 system), training requirements, stipend eligibility
- Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Prepare required reports for California Volunteers and Student Affairs End of Year Reports
- Monitor program performance metrics and outcomes
Budget & Fiscal Oversight
- Monitor program budget in collaboration with TUC Budgeting team
- Ensure accurate and compliant use of funds
- Support financial reporting and reconciliation processes
- Ensure that living allowance payments are administered accurately
Other Duties
- Participate in division-wide meetings
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, public administration, or related field
- 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, student services, community engagement, or related area
- Experience working with college students, particularly from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds
- Experience developing partnerships with community-based organizations
- Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and community engagement
Knowledge, Specialized Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of program development, implementation, and evaluation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex partnerships
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to interpret and apply policies and compliance requirements
- Ability to lead with cultural humility and equity-centered practices
- Ability to analyze data and use it for continuous improvement
OTHER:
- This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding
- May require occasional evening/weekend work and local travel
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).
The anticipated hiring range: $82,500 Yearly Salary
Time Base: Full – Time
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (b), Life, AD&D, Flex Spending
General Information
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
How to Apply
Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.
Application Screening begins July 9, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
To be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted before the date listed above.
Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:
http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.
