Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: October 2, 2025 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 1440-NN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Manager, 1440-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Manager Business Title: Student Services Manager, First-Gen Initiatives Employee Type: Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: Are you passionate about creating a welcoming and empowering environment for first-generation college students?As theStudent Services Managerat Washington State University Pullman,youwill play a pivotal role in shaping campus culture and enhancing the student experience for first-gen students and all who engage with the First-Gen Student Center (FGSC). In this role,youwill lead the FGSC and collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to design and implement impactful programs that foster belonging, engagement, and academic success.Youwill identify strategic goals, build partnerships, and champion initiatives that recognize and celebrate the unique strengths first-gen students bring to our community. Youwill be responsible for developing and overseeing student-facing programs aligned with WSU’s commitment to a transformative and inclusive educational experience. By leveraging existing efforts and coordinating across Student Affairs and other departments,youwill help build infrastructure that supports a student-ready culture and drives retention and graduation outcomes. Ifyouare someone who understands the power of high-impact practices, values equity and access, and is excited to lead change in response to evolving student needs and demographics—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Additional Information: This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final placement in the salary range.

Monthly Salary: $4,508.70 - $6,763.06 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications: Positions require a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a field related to the functional managerial area which has included at least one (1) year of supervisory experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. A Masters degree in a relevant field may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to work under pressure of time and deadlines.

Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Outlook and TEAMS.

Willingness to travel for programmatic and professional development purposes.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours on an occasional basis.

Strong problem solving, crisis management, crisis resolution, and listening skills.

Background check required.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree

Experience in a higher education setting, providing advising services or career guidance to students who are educationally, economically, and otherwise undeserved.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of factors impacting populations of minoritized students.

About Department: - Area: Student Affairs Department Name: Office of Access and Opportunity Location: Pullman, WA Campus

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume 2) Cover Letter External candidates , upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.

Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or . Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: