Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

PSU is hiring to fill two PSU CARES Advocate positions. The PSU CARES Advocate works with complex student situations that have impacted a student's ability to function successfully in the University community. The PSU CARES Advocate helps facilitate a student's access to and appropriate use of University and/or community services. While strong, supportive relationships may develop with students, the PSU CARES Advocate does not engage in individual therapeutic relationships.

The PSU CARES Advocate is responsible for establishing and maintaining collaborative and consultative working relationships within the University, particularly, but not limited to: Housing and Residence Life, Student Health and Counseling Services, Campus Public Safety, Disability Resource Center, Academic and Career Services, Financial Aid, and Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. In addition, the PSU CARES Advocate is knowledgeable about resources in the greater Portland area.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be $56,880 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.