Program & Outreach Advisor

Overview

CLASSIFICATION TITLE
:
Student Services Professional II

UNION CODE: R04

TEMPORARY END DATE: This position is temporary and ends on or before December 31, 2026. Any continuation beyond December 31, 2026, is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

FT/PT: Full-time

PAY PLAN: 12-month

WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,083 per month

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $5,083 - $7,228

PAY BASIS: Monthly

BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes medical plans, dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year and more. See our benefits website for additional information.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE

TO APPLY:

Open to all qualified applicants

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, applications must be received by February 12, 2026
; however, the position will remain open until filled.

POSITION

PURPOSE:

The CSUB Project Rebound program supports the success of the formerly incarcerated by offering the opportunity and resources needed to successfully transition and acclimate to a college campus. The program is an alternative to the revolving door policy of the criminal justice system and instead encourages students to excel in a course of study. The program offers special admissions for those who might not normally qualify for university acceptance due to Final date to receive applicationss and minor academic deficiencies.

Project Rebound recognizes the importance of access to a quality education for all and assists motivated individuals to prepare, apply, enroll, and graduate with a university degree.

Under the general supervision of the Director, the Project Rebound Program & Outreach Advisor provides outreach, recruitment, and academic success support to prospective and enrolled Project Rebound students. The position independently delivers individualized pre-enrollment advising, admissions-related support, and academic planning within established university and program guidelines to support student access, transition, and retention. The incumbent conducts recruitment presentations, facilitates information sessions and orientations, maintains ongoing communication with students throughout the admissions and matriculation process, and serves as a liaison with campus and community partners to support coordinated service delivery.

In addition, the position provides administrative and program support by leading student assistants, maintaining recruitment and student data, coordinating events and workshops, and collaborating with Admissions, Financial Aid, Academic Advising, and Care Team partners to assess student needs, make referrals, and recommend admissions eligibility and academic pathways in accordance with established policies.

Duties & Responsibilities

Outreach

• Recruit prospective Project Rebound students in the Central Valley to CSUB through in person and virtual presentations at correctional facilities, community colleges, email correspondence, the utilization of referral lists, community events, and post release programs.
• Provide individualized pre-enrollment services (e.g., academic assessment, admissions advising, and financial aid) within established procedures to prospective students to help them prepare to apply for admission.
• Provide direct assistance to prospective Project Rebound students to support a timely matriculation in CSUB.
• Serve as a liaison to build and maintain strong positive relationships and partnerships with campus constituents, local community colleges, correctional facilities, and other relevant stakeholders and partners by sharing beneficial information/updates to best support the academic success of prospective and current Project Rebound students.
• Schedule and conduct admissions presentations at local correctional facilities, local community colleges, transitional housing, and other related venues that support formerly incarcerated individuals following defined parameters and structured formats.
• Coordinate and facilitate information sessions and orientations for prospective and newly admitted Project Rebound students.
• Connect matriculated students with campus and community resources that support students’ academic success and basic needs by providing phone, in-person, and email referrals.
• Communicate with parole and probation officials as needed on behalf of prospective and current students.
• Partner with University Outreach to recruit eligible students.
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of building the transfer bridge between Bakersfield College Rising Scholars and Project Rebound program in partnership with the Office of Special Admissions.
• Maintain regular contact with enrolled and prospective Project Rebound students currently incarcerated to…