Immersive Engagement Program Specialist

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Immersive Engagement Program Specialist will design and deliver cutting-edge STEAM programs that inspire curiosity, spark creativity, and expand opportunities for students, families, and communities. You’ll blend immersive technologies with meaningful learning experiences-both in-person and virtual-while working with passionate partners who share a vision for inclusive innovation. From concept to impact storytelling, you’ll have the opportunity to shape programs that make a measurable difference.

• Independently planning, developing, and administering a diverse portfolio of immersive STEAM programming.
• Designing and implementing immersive programming within physical spaces such as the Next Gen Student Success Center.
• Developing evaluation tools and analytical frameworks to assess the effectiveness of immersive STEAM experiences.
• Leading the design and curation of immersive storytelling experiences and digital content.
• Contributing to strategic planning efforts, inclusive innovation-focused institutional initiatives, and cross-functional collaborations.
• 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. Master’s degree in a related field is preferred
• Equivalent to three (3) years of full-time, progressively responsible technical, analytical, or administrative experience.
• Additional experience in a job-related field may be substituted for up to two years of the required education, on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of immersive technologies, equity-centered STEAM education strategies, and research-based instructional approaches such as challenge-based and active learning. Ability to translate these principles into engaging lesson plans, learning modules, and outreach programming that support whole-family engagement and broaden pathways to student success.
• Proven ability to independently plan, develop, and administer complex educational initiatives, including scheduling, vendor coordination, and oversight of student assistants. Skilled at fostering partnerships with institutional, educational, and community stakeholders to align programming with strategic goals, ensure innovation, and expand impact across diverse audiences and regions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of virtual platforms, AR/VR tools, and other immersive technologies, with the ability to align these tools seamlessly with physical learning spaces. Skilled in developing in-person and hybrid programming that connects digital experiences to hands-on STEAM environments for diverse audiences.
• Proven skill in establishing procedures, training student assistants and staff, and setting clear expectations for immersive technology use. Adept at ensuring consistency, scalability, and innovation in program delivery across multiple modalities, geographic regions, and stakeholder groups.

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: Administrative Analyst/Specialist / 1038 / 2
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4598 - $6275 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4598 - $8318 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• 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 August 29, 2025 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.
• 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 Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised: Aug 15 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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• California State University (CSU) Northridge

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