Firme Coding Initiative Facilitator (CSU Only)

Job Description:

Firme Coding Initiative Facilitator (CSU Only)

Description

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, 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 the direct supervision of the Director of Operations & Fiscal Officer, Global HSI Equity Innovation Hub, and Firme Coding Project Leads, the Firme Coding Initiative Facilitator supports the implementation, technical guidance, and evaluation of the Firme Coding Initiative. The incumbent’s responsibilities include instructional support, application assistance for specialized programs, technical mentorship, participant progress tracking, and contributing to the overall success of community-focused STEM education.

• Provides instruction and training in Swift programming, introducing participants to coding concepts, software tools, and project-based applications aligned with learning objectives.
• Collaborates with Firme Coding Project Leads to support cohort members interested in applying to the Justice Through Code program.
• Offers clear, step-by-step guidance, troubleshooting assistance, and problem-solving strategies to strengthen fellows’ coding skills.
• Tracks and monitors participant progress through detailed documentation of attendance, engagement, and performance outcomes.
• Assists in preparing program evaluation summaries and reports, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field, Computer Science is preferred.
• Relevant education and/or experience, which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience teaching coding and technical concepts in educational, workforce development, or training settings, including curriculum delivery and student engagement, is highly desirable.
• Experience with swift and additional programming languages, including Java, JavaScript, Python, Racket, and C++, with the ability to apply these skills in instructional and project-based learning environments is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to deliver inclusive, engaging, and project-based coding instruction in Swift programming while adapting instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles, foster collaboration, and promote participant engagement in educational or workforce development environments.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and program support skills with the ability to coordinate instructional resources, collaborate effectively with project stakeholders, maintain a positive learning environment, and travel locally to support outreach events, community partnerships, and program-related activities throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
• Demonstrated ability to provide individualized and group-based guidance to program applicants, including explaining eligibility requirements, application processes, deadlines, and interview preparation while fostering confidence, engagement, and successful program participation.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to coordinate informational sessions, support applicant readiness, serve as an effective liaison between participants and external programs, and resolve routine issues to ensure successful application completion and ongoing participant support.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: 0453 / Instructional Design/Technologist I / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $ 5787 - $ 6141 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 5787 - $ 8430 per month.
• HOURS: Part Time; 29 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends. May be required travel to local community partner sites, outreach events, and program-related meetings
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• The position is currently hybrid 5 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through June 9, 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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Advertised: May 26 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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