Director of Basic Needs (Administrator II, Range 1) - Basic Needs

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Director of Basic Needs (Administrator II, Range 1) - Basic Needs

Description

**Internal Applicants Only**

Working Title

Director of Basic Needs

Administrator Level (for MPP positions only)

This position is an Administrator II in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the Associate Dean of Students.

SF State University

San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager.

Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing [email protected].

San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties.

The person holding 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.

This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Department

Basic Needs

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0)

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$7,500.00 - $8,750.00 Per Month ($90,000.00 - $105,000.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

Under the administrative direction of the Associate Dean of Students, in the Division of Student Life, the Director of
Food+Shelter+Success (Basic Needs) supports the academic mission of the University by providing vision, leadership, and
strategic direction for a wide array of culturally competent basic needs programs, services, and initiatives. Basic Needs
programs enhance students’ capacities to be active, engaged, and successful learners, and include the development,
delivery, and evaluation of systemic and sustainable interventions that ameliorate basic needs in a manner that
promotes dignity and minimizes marginalization. The Director provides supervision and coaching to a team of four
professional staff, numerous undergraduate/graduate interns and volunteers, manages an annual budget of $1.5 million,
and works closely with the Dean of Students Office, the Division of Student Life managers, and stakeholders across
Student Affairs & Enrollment Management and the University. The Director serves as a key member of the divisional and
Cabinet area leadership groups, participating in strategic planning, outcomes assessment, programs and policy
development, and decision making.

The Director oversees the development and implementation of a comprehensive array of evidence-based basic needs
and economic stability programs, designed for 21st century students on an urban campus that serves a high proportion
of 1st generation, low-income, and underrepresented racial minority students. The Director is responsible for the
research and preparation of grant porposals to secure resources that address the basic needs of our ethnically and
culturally diverse student population. The Director must incorporate educational equity, social justice, cultural humility,
anddiversity concepts and principles into all work.

Position Information

LEADERSHIP & ADMINISTRATION

• Provide overall leadership for assessing, planning, and implementation of the administrative activities of Basic Needs.
• Oversee, supervise, and manage performance and operations of Basic Needs staff, who are each independently responsible for determining and providing basic needs support and services to over 15,000 propsective and current students working to meet their basic needs. The Basic Needs staff is a group of professional exempt staff members including: Basic Needs Program Coordinator (SSPIII, 1.0 FTE); CalFresh Outreach Coordinator (SSPIII, 1.0 FTE); Basic Needs Coordinator with Housing Emphasis (SSPIII, 1.0 FTE); the Housing Stability Coordinator (SSPIII, 1.0 FTE); the Health Communications Coordinator (PACS II, .5 FTE); the Administrative Analyst Specialist (AA/S, .5 FTE); student leaders for basic needs, and CalFresh outreach student leaders.
• Develop and periodically update short and long term strategic plans defining goals and measurable outcomes based on studies, research, data analysis, and consultation with students, the Basic Needs team, student life/student development professionals, health services colleagues, and campus keyholders.
• Create and maintain ongoing assessment plans to measure Basic Needs outcomes to ensure effectiveness of programs and activities in support of Student Success initiatives.
• Prepare timely, accurate, professional, and ethincal reports of program activities and departmental staff.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with on- and off-campus stakeholders that support a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and integrated approach to basic needs.
• Activity engage campus academic departments and administrative units across all cabinet areas, as well as Associated Students to build a unified campus community focusing on the holistic student, especially as it relates to stabilizing students’ basic needs.
• Shepherd fiscal, human, facility, and other resources to support unit mission and priorities in a responsible manner.
• Serve as an active member of division and cabinet area leadership groups, and other university committees, task forces, and other assigned or appointed position.
• Act as Chair of the SF State Basic Needs Committee, Chair of the SparkPoint working group, and serve as the primary contact for the CSU System Wide Basic Needs Initiative.

GRANTS & RESEARCH

• Identify and prepare grant proposals that support SF State basic needs programs and align with the mission and values of Basic Needs.
• Manage extramural and Chancellor’s Office funding from grants, gifts, and contracts, and ensure that all goals and deliverables of funding awards and funding agreements are met appropriately, adequately, and timely.
• Cultivate potential donors in close collaboration with the Office of the Vice President for University Advancement.
• Support and develop opportunities for research and evaluation into the impact of basic needs programs and identify areas of best practice in the field, including cultivating faculty partnerships to expand current research knowledge base and participating in system wide research projects.

PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR

• Fosters and promotes the Principles of Conduct for a Multicultural University and User Friendly Principles.
• Promotes and ensures the application of human resources professional responsibilities and ethical standards.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• Incumbent will need to demonstrate appropriate flexibility and be prepared to adjust responsibilities on an “as needed” basis in response to changing workplace priorities and constituency demands.

The incumbent works in a highly visible role on campus within a diverse campus community. The incumbent is an advocate for the department and the division, and must be able to clearly articulate a vision that will guide its operations and lead it to excellence. Some work on the weekends and evenings is required (holidays may be included). Supervision of some events is required throughout the year. Extended periods of the day may be spent in an office, working at a desk and on a computer or in meetings. Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or related field; OR 4 years of full-time progressively responsible experience in basic needs, social services, community development, student affairs, higher education, student services, wellness programs, with at least two years of experience in a coordinator or manager role in Basic Needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience with basic needs work within the CSU system and California

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

**Internal Applicants Only**

SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.

The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.

Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.

Advertised: Apr 08 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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