Working Title: Project Rebound Director
Classification Title: Student Services Professional IV
Posting Details
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, October 12, 2025 @ 11:55pm PT
Hiring Preference
Not Applicable
Position Summary
The Project Rebound Director is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Project Rebound program, which includes, but is not limited to programmatic oversight, staff supervision, budget planning and approving of all expenditures. 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 as well as 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 Department, 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.
FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)
Recruitment Type: Temporary, 1 year appointment, renewable dependent on funding.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Hours may vary depending on operational need
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.
For more information, please visit: https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/centers-programs/project-rebound/
Knowledge and Abilities:
The following knowledge and abilities as well as those listed at lower levels in the Student Services Professional series are required for appointment to this classification.
Thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge. General knowledge of the policies, practices and activities of Student Services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned; general knowledge of the principles, problems and methods of public administration, including organizational, personnel and fiscal management; general knowledge of advanced statistical and research methods.
Ability to carry out very complex assignments without detailed instructions; advise students individually or in groups on varied and complex matters; determine the appropriate course of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals and groups in personal interactions of a sensitive nature; reason logically and analyze and solve organizational and operating problems of one or several program areas; plan, coordinate and initiate actions necessary to implement administrative or group decisions or recommendations; analyze and define complex organizational, policy or procedural problems, collect and evaluate data, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; understand the roles and responsibilities of others and to gauge relationships accordingly by taking into account the variety of the interrelationships, motivations and goals of the members of the organization served; and establish and maintain effective, cooperative and harmonious working relationships in circumstances which involve the denial of requests or the necessity to persuade others to accept a different point of view.
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the Experience requirements below.
Experience:
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems.
A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling, guidance or a job‑related field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional, personal or career counseling.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related.
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.
Basic Knowledge of:
- The California State University, Sacramento campus and campus support programs.
- The criminal justice system (i.e. local, state, and federal prison system, parole and probation) and alternative strategies to incarceration.
- The California State University System and related issues that impact Project Rebound students’ access to education.
- Record maintenance.
Ability to:
- Have sensitivity, understanding, and concern for others without being judgmental.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to handle conflict resolution, problem solve, counsel, as well as facilitate conflict resolution.
- Excellent interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
- Solid oral and written communication skills.
- Personal computer and basic software applications.
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Condition of Employment
- Ability to pass a background check. Lived experience of incarceration and/or the legal system is not necessarily disqualifying for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Behavioral or Social Science, Social Work, Education, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Knowledge of:
- Organization, policies and procedures of Project Rebound in particular.
- Basic CSU Admissions requirements and financial aid for undergraduate admissions effectiveness.
- Community resources such as Reentry Programs, EDD, Food and Housing.
Documents Needed to Apply
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.
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment 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 individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.
The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html.
Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu.
Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
COVID19 Vaccination Policy
Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment
Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification
Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.