Professor - Biology jobs in Chico, CA

Department Coordinator
(2 Positions)

Departments of Environmental Science and Management and Oceanography & Departments
of Wildlife and Fisheries Biology

Job #21-103
Close Date: Tuesday, January 25, 2022

(Job #21-103) Administrative Support Coordinator II, Department Coordinator, $3,440 - $5,639. Appointments are
typically made at the beginning of the salary range. This is a full-time, benefited, non-exempt, 12-month pay plan,
permanent position with a one-year probationary period in the Departments of Environmental Science and Management
and Oceanography & the Departments of Wildlife and Fisheries Biology. This position comes with an extensive benefits
package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, CalPERS retirement, Fee Waiver eligibility
(reduced tuition on most CSU system classes), life insurance, and voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care
reimbursement accounts. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-
benefits..

Humboldt State University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that strives to foster an inclusive and equitable community to
support our students of diverse backgrounds. HSU is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors
to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality committed to working in a multicultural and multiracial community that
reflects the diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at
www.humboldt.edu.

Posi�on Summary: Under the lead work direction of the Department Chair, the Academic Department Coordinator acts
as the primary contact and support person for the department under their purview. Requires coordination of entire clerical
and administrative support functions and/or performance of secretarial and administrative work in a complex academic
office. A broad range of operational and procedural office and administrative problems which may at times require
research, analysis, and evaluation of information may need to be solved. Ingenuity in developing solutions is required.
These positions are fast paced and require independent interpretation and application of the code of rules, regulations,
procedures, precedent cases, and policies related to the full range of professional work found in the department office.
The Coordinator works closely with students, faculty and staff across the university to ensure the effective operation and
administrative function of the department. In addition to office support, the coordinator provides course scheduling,
curricular and registration support, personnel support, and the monitoring of budget and fiscal activity for correctness.

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Key Responsibili�es:
The duties associated with this position are highly dynamic but ultimately provide broad administrative support for the
overall operation and function of the department office and the department resources and activities. Work may vary
considerably day to day and may include components of the following:

• Coordinates the effective and professional operation and administrative function of the department in alignment

• Set work priorities, practices and schedules to ensure that administrative and instructional deadlines are met and

• Independently oversees and conducts expenditures for office supplies, office equipment maintenance, and other

• Coordinate key, phone, work, and other relevant requests for department-controlled offices, workspaces,

• Provides administrative support for most departmental activities including meetings, seminars, events,

• Support reception and reception activity in the department office
• Assist students, faculty, staff, and the public in navigating university, college and department processes ranging

expenditures, and provides reports to appropriate department and college personnel to ensure department stays
within its annual and revised budget for general operating expenses, course support purchases, equipment
purchases, and student assistant payroll, etc.

• Prepare and process fiscal, personnel and payroll documents related to the operation of the department
• In cooperation with the department chairs, coordinates information to develop the class schedule each semester

for the department by gathering and compiling information, identifying possible problem areas or conflicts,
outlines options, coordinates with other departments across campus and recommends solutions keeping in mind
the university scheduling policy

• Coordinates information, files, data, documents and paperwork associated with the implementation of scheduling

• In alignment with policies and regulations, coordinate the hiring and work reporting processes for all department

Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es Associated with this Posi�on Include:
• Demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the office / business related

precedents do not exist.
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• Ability to troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to all inquiries and requests related to

• Ability to understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of office administration

• Ability to analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed

• Ability to perform business math, analyze budgetary data, and make accurate projections requiring some

• Ability to effectively write, draft and compose correspondence and present own reports.
• Ability to effectively handle a broad range of interpersonal interactions at all levels and handle highly sensitive

ideas, and instructions.

Minimum Qualifica�ons: The education equivalent to a high school diploma, technical/vocational program, or their
equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience which has provided the incumbent with the
knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, four years of progressively responsible administrative support experience,
thorough knowledge of and experience in budget and fiscal management, experience in an academic office and
educational setting, and demonstrated customer service.

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials via Interfolio (link
below):

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references
• HSU Employment History Form (HSU Employment History Form: https://forms.humboldt.edu/employment-

history-form; NOTE: Download the HSU Employment History Form and save it as a PDF file prior to filling it out. If
the form is completed in an online browser, content WILL NOT be saved).

CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW: http://apply.interfolio.com/101318

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or HSU’s Human Resources Office at (707)
826-3626.

Humboldt State University sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA.
The Wiyot people call the area Goudi’ni (over in the woods). HSU was the first campus in the California State University
system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

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HSU is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and
administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity
and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Humboldt State University is part of the 23-campus California State University system. The University has a
comprehensive arts and sciences curriculum, which is recognized nationally for its high academic quality. Founded in
1913, HSU is one of the premier public institutions in the Western United States; it is a rural and residential campus
of approximately 7,000 students. The main campus is located in Arcata, California, in the northwestern part of the
state along the coast, and situated among redwood trees in an area that offers unmatched scenic beauty, moderate
climate, and opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding Humboldt County locale has a population of
approximately 135,000. The community offers an excellent range of businesses, services, and cultural activities and
performances. The local schools are ranked in the top performance percentiles, both nationally and in the state.

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CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical
or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply
with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions
may be sent to hr@campus.edu.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed
applications will not be considered for vacancies. Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education
is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education-or activities only part of which are qualifying-will receive proportionate
credit. HSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a
background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for
employment. HSU will issue a contingent off of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background
check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to
satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued
employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the
highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be
found at www.humboldt.edu.

Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression,
sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual
harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 1035
Publication Date: January 11, 2022

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