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California State University, Sacramento

Project Rebound Director

California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Overview Position: Student Services Professional IV

Location: Sacramento

Work type: Staff, Full Time, On-site

Job number: 551179 | Classification Title: Student Services Professional IV

Priority Application Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 @ 11:55pm PT

Position Summary The Project Rebound Director is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Project Rebound program, which includes programmatic oversight, staff supervision, budget planning and approving of all expenditures. The Director also serves as coordinator of all resources and programs under the auspices of Project Rebound, including student housing (Sac State houses/UEI). The Director must facilitate the enrollment of all formerly incarcerated students who qualify for the program based on university and program criteria. The Director assesses each student’s unique academic needs and familiarizes them with all necessary California State University, Sacramento services that will aid them in the matriculation process. The Director acts as a liaison between Project Rebound and campus departments (such as Admissions and Outreach, Academic Advising, Career Center, Departments of Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Ethnic Studies, College of Continuing Education/Open University, Bookstore, Services to Students with Disabilities, Guardian Scholars, University Enterprises, Inc., Associated Students, Inc., University Advancement, and Student Affairs) and many other departments that further promote the success of Project Rebound.

Qualifications FLSA : Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $6,320 per month - $6,636 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range : $6,320 per month - $9,014 per month

Recruitment Type : Temporary, 1 year appointment, renewable dependent on funding

Time Base : Full-Time

Pay Plan : 12 months

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Hours may vary depending on operational need

Department Information

Project Rebound assists students to prepare, apply, enroll, and graduate with a degree from Sacramento State. Project Rebound provides educational resources and services for students looking to develop professional skills. We work to transform those who were formerly incarcerated into scholars through counseling, mentoring, academic resources, and career development. We support students who are motivated to succeed by earning a high-quality degree from Sacramento State.

Requirements Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral or Social Science, Education, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or related field. One (1) to five (5) years of experience with incarcerated populations.

Knowledge and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of program policies, procedures, and practices.

General knowledge of public administration, including organizational, personnel and fiscal management; advanced statistical and research methods.

Ability to carry out complex assignments, advise students, determine actions, and maintain professional relationships in sensitive contexts.

Ability to analyze problems, coordinate actions, evaluate data, and project consequences of actions.

Experience

Four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience, including advising students and resolving complex student services problems.

Education

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where job-related.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Behavioral or Social Science, Social Work, Education, Criminal Justice, or related field.

Knowledge of Project Rebound organization, CSU Admissions requirements, and community resources such as Reentry Programs, EDD, Food and Housing.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification. Applicants will be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire as part of the online application form.

EEO and Safety Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those legally authorized to work in the United States.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification

The current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available at https://www.csus.edu/clery. The ASR contains policy statements, emergency preparedness, crime prevention information, and statistics. If requested, paper copies are available by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending on role and duties.

Other A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any offer. Vaccination policy recommendations are noted where applicable. Out of State Employment: Sacramento State is a State of California Employer; residency in California is required at hire. This is not a visa-sponsored position.

Advertised : September 24, 2025 |

Applications close : Open Until Filled

Notes : Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California; Student Services 1; Full Time; On-site

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