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California State University, Bakersfield is hiring a Project Rebound Housing Coordinator to support formerly incarcerated Project Rebound students experiencing housing insecurity, working under the Director of Project Rebound. The coordinator connects students with campus and community resources, assists with rental assistance and housing navigation, and provides case management support, funded through a 3-year Chancellor's Office grant. This is a temporary, full-time position ending on or before June 30, 2027.

Highlights

Provide one-on-one housing support: rental/down-payment assistance applications, eviction protection, and emergency housing placement
Conduct intake assessments, develop action plans, and provide ongoing case management and follow-up support
Develop and host outreach events and educational workshops on housing stability, tenant rights, and financial literacy
Build weekly partnerships with Community Based Organizations and participate in CSU systemwide workgroup meetings
Track student housing outcomes and prepare monthly/annual reports for leadership
Requires a Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, public/business administration, or a related field, plus 2 years of recent related experience; valid driver's license required
Anticipated hiring range: starting salary up to $5,083/month (classification range $5,083-$7,228/month)
Temporary, Full-Time, 12-month pay plan; ends on or before June 30, 2027

Project Rebound Housing Coordinator Full Description

Classification Title:

Student Services Professional II

Temporary End Date:

This position is temporary and ends on or before June 30, 2027.

FT/PT:

Full-time; Pay Plan: 12-month; Pay Basis: Monthly

Workplace Type:

On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Purpose

Under general supervision of the Director of Project Rebound, the Project Rebound Housing Coordinator provides up to moderately complex direct assistance and support to Project Rebound students experiencing housing insecurity, including those who are unhoused or displaced due to financial hardship, unsafe living environments, or unforeseen changes in housing. The position connects students with campus and community resources, assists with housing navigation and rental assistance, and provides case management support. It serves a critical role in Project Rebound, a 3-year grant through the Chancellor's Office to increase housing stability for Project Rebound students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Housing & Rental Assistance Support:

Provide one-on-one support to students seeking housing assistance and make referrals to campus and community partners
Assist students applying for rental assistance programs, down-payment assistance, and eviction protection services
Conduct intake assessments to determine individual student needs and develop action plans for securing housing
Assist students in understanding lease agreements, tenant rights, and responsibilities
Coordinate emergency housing placements for students in crisis situations
Connect students to advocacy resources such as the Counseling Center, Campus Advocate, CARE Team, and Essential Needs
Provide ongoing case management and follow-up support to ensure students maintain stable housing
Determine eligibility for Project Rebound students to receive rental/mortgage assistance funding

Outreach & Education:

Develop, coordinate, and host outreach events and educational workshops on housing stability, tenant rights, and financial literacy
Assess outreach and workshop effectiveness using student feedback and data collection
Coordinate with campus departments to provide targeted outreach to marginalized/vulnerable student populations

Community Engagement:

Establish and maintain weekly partnerships with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) for continuum of care
Participate in monthly CSU systemwide workgroup meetings and attend community/housing-related conferences

Data Tracking/Analytics:

Track student housing outcomes and program metrics to assess service impact
Maintain detailed case notes and assist with grant/departmental reporting requirements
Prepare monthly and annual reports for leadership

Required Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field, plus two (2) years of recent related experience
Specialized experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis; a master's degree in a job-related field may substitute for one year of professional experience
Possession of a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain by date of hire
General understanding of student essential needs issues (food and housing insecurity) and disability rights/accommodations in higher education
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness
Skilled in establishing partnerships with community organizations
Knowledge of local housing resources, tenant rights, and financial assistance programs
Proficiency in tracking student outcomes, preparing reports, and using case management software
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills; thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Must be willing to travel for occasional off-site training and to work occasional holidays / adjusted hours, including emergency callback

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in social work, counseling, student affairs, higher education administration, or a related field
Previous experience within the CSU system or similar higher education institution
Customer-oriented, service-centered attitude in an institutional/educational environment

Compensation, Physical Demands, and Additional Notices

Anticipated hiring range: starting salary not expected to exceed $5,083/month; CSU classification salary range $5,083-$7,228/month
Benefits include medical/dental/vision plans, CalPERS retirement, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days/year, unlimited sick leave accrual, and 15 paid holidays/year
Physical demands: light work, mainly sitting with up to 25% standing/walking; lifting limited to 25 pounds
Satisfactory background check (including criminal records check) required
This is a sensitive position under CSU designation
Considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CSU Executive Order 1083)

Original Job Description

Classification Title:

Student Services Professional II

Temporary End Date:

This position is temporary and ends on or before June 30, 2027.

FT/PT:

Full-time; Pay Plan: 12-month; Pay Basis: Monthly

Workplace Type:

On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Purpose

Duties and Responsibilities

Housing & Rental Assistance Support:

Provide one-on-one support to students seeking housing assistance and make referrals to campus and community partners
Assist students applying for rental assistance programs, down-payment assistance, and eviction protection services
Conduct intake assessments to determine individual student needs and develop action plans for securing housing
Assist students in understanding lease agreements, tenant rights, and responsibilities
Coordinate emergency housing placements for students in crisis situations
Connect students to advocacy resources such as the Counseling Center, Campus Advocate, CARE Team, and Essential Needs
Provide ongoing case management and follow-up support to ensure students maintain stable housing
Determine eligibility for Project Rebound students to receive rental/mortgage assistance funding

Outreach & Education:

Develop, coordinate, and host outreach events and educational workshops on housing stability, tenant rights, and financial literacy
Assess outreach and workshop effectiveness using student feedback and data collection
Coordinate with campus departments to provide targeted outreach to marginalized/vulnerable student populations

Community Engagement:

Establish and maintain weekly partnerships with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) for continuum of care
Participate in monthly CSU systemwide workgroup meetings and attend community/housing-related conferences

Data Tracking/Analytics:

Track student housing outcomes and program metrics to assess service impact
Maintain detailed case notes and assist with grant/departmental reporting requirements
Prepare monthly and annual reports for leadership

Required Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field, plus two (2) years of recent related experience
Specialized experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis; a master's degree in a job-related field may substitute for one year of professional experience
Possession of a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain by date of hire
General understanding of student essential needs issues (food and housing insecurity) and disability rights/accommodations in higher education
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness
Skilled in establishing partnerships with community organizations
Knowledge of local housing resources, tenant rights, and financial assistance programs
Proficiency in tracking student outcomes, preparing reports, and using case management software
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills; thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Must be willing to travel for occasional off-site training and to work occasional holidays / adjusted hours, including emergency callback

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in social work, counseling, student affairs, higher education administration, or a related field
Previous experience within the CSU system or similar higher education institution
Customer-oriented, service-centered attitude in an institutional/educational environment

Compensation, Physical Demands, and Additional Notices

Anticipated hiring range: starting salary not expected to exceed $5,083/month; CSU classification salary range $5,083-$7,228/month
Benefits include medical/dental/vision plans, CalPERS retirement, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days/year, unlimited sick leave accrual, and 15 paid holidays/year
Physical demands: light work, mainly sitting with up to 25% standing/walking; lifting limited to 25 pounds
Satisfactory background check (including criminal records check) required
This is a sensitive position under CSU designation
Considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CSU Executive Order 1083)

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