Lead Analyst, AFYE and Community-Based Learning Programs

Job no: 557371
Work type: Staff
Location: Northridge
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Lead Analyst, Academic First Year Experiences (AFYE) and Community-Based Learning Programs supports strategic initiatives that enhance the first-year student experience through community-based learning, faculty resource development, campus partnerships, scholarship coordination, faculty development, onboarding support, and large-scale student engagement events. The incumbent’s responsibilities emphasize collaboration, assessment, communication, training, and program improvement.

• Develops and administers all aspects of the community-based learning programming for UNIV 100: Freshman Seminar (U100).
• Establishes and maintains multiple on-campus partnerships (such as Sustainability, Food Pantry, Student Outreach and Recruitment, among others) to provide community-based learning projects for 92 sections of U100.
• Primarily responsible for maintenance and updates of two Canvas sites for faculty—the U100 Instructor Manual, which supports AFYE teaching, and the Faculty Resource Center, which provides supplemental course materials for use in class.
• Plans and implements summer workshop series to provide AFYE faculty with faculty development opportunities based on current trends and the needs of CSUN faculty and students.
• Acts as an informational resource and guide for new AFYE faculty from hiring in May throughout the academic year to help them efficiently and effectively plan and implement their courses to meet all student learning outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a job-related field required.
• Equivalent to five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible relevant experience. Oversight and administration of a program with supervision and/or lead experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of community-based learning principles, student engagement strategies, and high-impact educational practices. Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate complex programs that support first-year student success. Skilled in building and maintaining collaborative partnerships with campus departments, community organizations, faculty, and administrative offices. Ability to analyze program outcomes, collect and interpret data, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions. Strong organizational, project planning, and communication skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate scholarship-related activities, including outreach, communications, applicant review processes, and donor engagement initiatives. Skilled in developing training materials, facilitating workshops, creating written and digital communications, and delivering presentations to diverse audiences. Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and foster productive working relationships across campus constituencies. Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and technology skills, including experience utilizing databases, virtual meeting platforms, learning management systems, and social media tools to support program operations and student-focused initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design principles, faculty development practices, and first-year student success pedagogy. Skilled in developing, organizing, and maintaining digital learning resources within learning management systems, including Canvas. Ability to research, evaluate, and synthesize educational scholarship and best practices into practical tools, lesson materials, and instructional resources that enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement. Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure content accuracy, consistency, accessibility, and alignment with program learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate, revise, and improve curricular materials using assessment data, stakeholder feedback, and emerging educational trends. Skilled in collaborating with faculty, publishers, and program administrators to develop instructional content, support course objectives, and enhance the student learning experience. Ability to design and deliver faculty training, provide technical guidance and troubleshooting, and communicate complex information effectively to diverse audiences. Strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple content development initiatives and deadlines simultaneously.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 1038 / Administrative Analyst/Specialist / 3
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $6400 – $7352 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5797 - $8445 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through June 17, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• 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 outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University 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 and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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