Associated Students is the official voice of the student body for the California State University, Long Beach campus. The Student Government represents the student body, advocates their needs, and defends their interests in dealings with faculty, campus administrators and government officials.

Position Overview:

Serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Associated Students and the official representative of the Associated Students to the university and the general public.

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure the proper conduct and efficient administration of all ASI Executive Branch activities and reports weekly to the Senate.
• Review, sign, and ensure the execution of all legislation adopted by the Senate.
• Appoint students to open positions including Chief Academic Officer, Chief Diversity Officer, Chief Government Relations Officer, Chief Justice, Associate Justices, and Cabinet members, subject to confirmation by the Senate.
• Deliver a State of the Associated Students Address no later than 30 days after the start of each semester in office.
• Conduct mid-year Cabinet performance reviews with the Chief Diversity Officer.
• Deliver speeches at Convocation, Homecoming and other functions, as needed.
• Attend university and ASI functions, as needed.
• Chair the ASI Human Resources Management Committee.
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed.

Required Meetings:

• ASI Executive Meetings – meets weekly
• ASI Town Halls – held monthly
• Board of Control – meets Tuesdays from 3:30PM - 5PM
• Academic Senate – meets every other Thursday from 2PM-4PM
• Academic Senate Executive Committee
• University Student Union Board of Trustees – 1^st Friday of each month at 1PM (+1 subcommittee)
• Isabel Patterson Child Development Center Advisory Committee – TBD
• President’s Cabinet – meets every Monday at 2:30PM
• Social Justice & Equity Ad-Hoc Committee – TBD once per semester
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors-once a month (+2 subcommittees)
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors Summer meetings & Retreat
• CSULB Foundation Board of Directors-once a semester
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – meets during winter break in January
• Resource Planning Process Committee (university budget committee)
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – meets monthly
• University President – meets monthly
• University Vice President of Student Affairs – meets monthly
• ASI Leadership Retreats, and any other leadership trainings
• Awareness and Development trainings as Executive representative of a diverse campus community
• Student Orientation and Retention (SOAR) presentations- Summer
• Cal State Student Association (CSSA) – meets monthly (optional and travel required)
• Other meetings as designated in the ASI Bylaws and university documents

Typical Time Commitment:

Approximately 20 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above) directly related to the responsibilities of the position as documented in the ASI Bylaws and other governing documents of the campus. Half of the office hours are typically spent in the office.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Time management, supervisory skills, public speaking, ability to delegate, knowledge of parliamentary procedure to run meetings, ability to read and interpret policies, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators; familiarity with the concepts of servant-leadership and stewardship.

Position Overview:

Serve as the chairperson of the Associated Students Senate/Board of Directors, which is the voice of the students, and assumes the office of ASI President upon the President’s incapacitation, resignation, or withdrawal from the University.

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the ASI President with ASI business as deemed necessary by that officer.
• Prepare the weekly Senate agenda.
• Prepare, sign, and place final adopted legislation on the desk of the ASI President for their signature or reconsideration.
• File adopted legislation with the Office of the Executive Director.
• Make all A.S. Senate information available and accessible to the student body.
• Conduct Senate performance reviews.
• Support Senate projects and goals, and assign projects to senators when necessary.
• Ensure that board members are knowledgeable and properly trained on their role and responsibilities.
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed.
• Attend university and ASI functions, as needed.
• Attend various university board/committee meetings and retreats.

Required Meetings:

• ASI Executive Meetings – meets weekly
• ASI Town Halls – held monthly
• A.S. Senate-meets every Wednesday from 3:30PM - 6PM
• Board of Control – meets every Tuesday from 3:30PM - 5PM
• Academic Senate – meets every other Thursday from 2PM-4PM
• ASI Lobby Corps – meets weekly
• Meetings with Senators – monthly
• Social Justice & Equity Ad-Hoc Committee – TBD once per semester
• University Student Union Board of Trustees – 1^st Friday of each month at 1PM (+1 subcommittee)
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors -meets monthly (+2 subcommittees)
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors Summer meetings and Retreat
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – meets monthly as needed
• Study Abroad Scholarship Committee – meets twice per semester
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – meets during winter break in January
• University Vice President of Student Affairs – meets monthly
• ASI Leadership Retreats, and any additional leadership trainings
• Student Orientation and Retention (SOAR) presentations – Summer
• Other meetings as designated in the ASI Bylaws and university documents

Typical Time Commitment:

Approximately 20 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above) directly related to the responsibilities of the position as documented in the ASI Bylaws and other governing documents of the campus. Half of these hours are typically spent in the office.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of parliamentary procedure to run meetings, time management, organization skills, public speaking, ability to delegate and motivate others to take action, supervisory skills, ability to read and interpret policies, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators; familiarity with the concepts of servant-leadership and stewardship.

Position Overview:

Oversee the administration of Associated Students finances and ensures prudent management of its assets.

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as Chair of the Board of Control.
• Compile and create Board of Control agenda packets with all business items 72-hours prior to meetings.
• Review all Research Grants, Student Research Funds, and Current Year Unallocated Fund applications to ensure proper paperwork and information has been provided prior to placing it on the Board of Control agenda.
• Ensure that financial literacy training is provided for the broad student population throughout each academic year.
• Coordinate monthly Financial Literacy Workshops in collaboration with Beach Pride Events.
• Ensure fiscal certification training is completed for all student organization financial officers.
• Make monthly reports to the Senate including a detailed account of the financial condition of the Associated Students on a quarterly basis.
• Approve disbursements made from Associated Students checking accounts.
• Review fiscal policies annually, and makes recommendations as necessary.
• Ensure that board members are knowledgeable and trained on fiscal policies.
• Meet with students and organizations to review policy, assist with grant applications and address financial questions.
• Maintain a current record of all fiscal and personnel policies and procedures approved by the Senate.
• Communicate with students, councils/organizations, Student Life & Development and the ASI Business Office regarding policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain a relationship with Student Life & Development and meets each semester with the staff.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive spring grant allocation process in collaboration with Student Life & Development and the Board of Control.
• Reconcile the Board of Control’s accounting records of Associated Students, and provides report to the Senate.
• Oversee the preparation of the Associated Students annual budget and receive the budget from the USU Board of Trustees.
• Play an active role in the development of the ASI budget process.
• Attend university and ASI functions, as needed.
• Attend various university board/committees meetings and retreats.
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed.

Required Meetings:

• ASI Executive Meetings – weekl.
• ASI Town Halls – held monthly
• A.S. Board of Control – meets every Tuesday from 3:30PM - 5PM (+Ad Hoc committees, as needed)
• University Student Union Board of Trustees – 1^st Friday of each month at 1PM (+1 subcomittee)
• Isabel Patterson Child Development Center Advisory Committee – TBD
• Social Justice & Equity Ad-Hoc Committee – TBD once per semester
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors-once a month (+2 subcommittees)
• 49er Shops, Inc. Board of Directors Summer meetings and Retreat
• University Vice President of Student Affairs – meets monthly
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – meets during winter break in January
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – meets monthly
• Study Abroad Scholarship Committee – meets twice per semester
• ASI Leadership Retreats, and any additional leadership trainings
• Student Orientation and Retention (SOAR) presentations – Summer
• Awareness and Development trainings as Executive representative of a diverse campus community
• Other meetings as designated in the ASI Bylaws and university documents

Typical Time Commitment:

Approximately 20 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above) directly related to the responsibilities of the position as documented in the ASI Bylaws and other governing documents of the campus. Half of the hours are usually spent in the office.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Time management, public speaking, knowledge of parliamentary procedure to run meetings, ability to read and interpret financial reports, ability to read and interpret policies, ability to delegate, supervisory skills, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, familiarity with budget concepts such as revenue and expense; familiarity with the concepts of servant-leadership and stewardship.

Position Overview:

Serve as a voting member of the Associated Students Senate, representing the students within a particular College or the student community at-large.

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Represent members of their particular constituency to the Associated Students.
• Serve as a member of the Board of Directors of the Associated Students, Incorporated and fulfill the legal and ethical obligations attending.
• Participate in initiating amendments to the Articles of Incorporation and ASI Bylaws, Chapter I, to be voted on by the student body.
• Participate in approving amendments to the ASI Bylaws, Chapter II.
• Fill vacancies in the Senate and other Boards.
• Hold membership on at least one Senate subcommittee and/or ASI Subsidiary Board.
• Serve on university committees and boards at the direction of the Vice President.
• Serve as a volunteer for ASI events.
• Compose and present resolutions to the Senate for consideration.
• Submit Senator reports and University committee reports.
• Attend College Council meetings and give reports on ASI activities (College Senators only).
• Serve as a liaison to specific student constituencies as assigned and give reports on ASI activities (At-Large Senators only).
• Ensure that all activities, policies, and resolutions are initiated and carried out in the best interests of the student body as a whole.
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed.

Required Meetings:

• A.S. Senate - every Wednesday 3:30PM - 6PM.

The following meetings are required only if elected or appointed:

• A.S. Board of Control – every Tuesday at 3:30PM (2 Senators).
• University Student Union Board of Trustees – 1st Friday of each month at 1PM (2 Senators).
• ASI Media Board of Trustees – 1^st Friday of each month at 11AM (1 Senator).
• Isabel Patterson Child Development Center Board – 3^rd Friday of each month at 1PM (1 Senator).
• Lobby Corps – weekly; TBD (3 Senators)
• Human Resources Management Committee – 3^rd Friday of each month at 10AM (2 Senators).
• Senate Audit Committee – twice a semester (2 Senators).
• Social Justice & Equity Committee – twice per month (2 Senators)
• Beach Pride Events – every Monday at 3:30PM (1 Senator)
• College Council – (College Senators)
• Student Community – (At-Large Senators)
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January; and any additional leadership trainings.
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, the President or the Vice President.

Typical Time Commitment:

At least 10 hours per week, which includes time spent in board and/or committee meetings (see above). It does not include the weekly Senate meetings.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Time management, public speaking, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to participate in meetings, ability to interact positively and network with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators; ability to interact comfortably with members of a constituency to obtain opinions, determine interests, and assess needs on an ongoing basis; familiarity with the duties and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors; familiarity with the concepts of servant leadership and stewardship.

Position Overview:

Serve as a voting member of the University Student Union Board of Trustees (USUBOT), which is responsible for the oversight of the facilities, services and programs of the University Student Union (USU) and Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC).

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Formulate and recommend policies regarding all aspects of USU and the SRWC operations.
• Recommend the annual budget of the USU to the A.S. Senate.
• Review services and programming for the USU & SRWC.
• Recommend plans for additions and/or modifications to USU facilities
• Ensure that all business conducted by the Board is carried out in the best interests of the student body as a whole.
• Serve on at least one university committee as a student representative
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

Required Meetings:

• USU Board of Trustees – 1^st Friday of each month at 1PM.
• Subcommittee meetings (date and times vary).
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January, and any other leadership trainings.
• Other meetings as designated by the Chair.

Typical Time Commitment:

At least 5-8 hours per week, which includes time spent in committee meetings (see above). It does not include the monthly USU Board of Trustees meetings.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Time management, public speaking, ability to delegate, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to run and participate in meetings, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators; familiarity with college union operations, familiarity with the concepts of servant-leadership and stewardship.

Position Overview:

Serves as the chief advisor and senior policy maker on academic-related matters to the ASI President.

What does this position do?

• Serves as a voting member on designated ASI and university committees, including the Academic Senate (Executive Council), Curriculum and Educational Policies Council, GE Governing Committee, GWAR Committee, and Instructionally Related Activities Board
• Recruits general students & students within ASI for university academic committees
• Provides orientation and training to appointed student representatives to various university committees in coordination with the Government Affairs Office staff.
• Administers the ASI university committee reporting system, ensuring that notifications are sent to committee members of upcoming meetings and maintains communication, includes meeting regularly with student representatives
• Collects reports from student representatives via the ASI university committee reporting system within 5 school days of the committee meeting, and maintains record consisting of compiled reports for each university academic committee
• Reviews committee reports- analyzes and synthesizes findings, and notifies ASI President of key issues that require ASI’s attention.
• Maintains a schedule for all university academic committee meetings and student representatives to each committee.
• Updates the ASI President weekly on university academic committee related issues.
• Administers annual student representative surveys by the first week in December and May; compiles findings with recommendations for the ASI Executive Officers
• Serve as the ASI President’s official designated representative to any board or committee of which they are a member.
• Serves on search committees for Academic Affairs or finds designee.
• Assists the ASI President in any capacity deemed necessary by that officer.
• Serves as liaison between ASI and university administration and faculty when needed.
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed
• Reports monthly to Senate

What meetings will I have to attend?

• ASI President – Weekly; TBD
• Asst. Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives – Biweekly; TBD
• University Provost – Monthly; TBD
• Academic Senate Executive Council – Tuesdays from 2-4PM
• Academic Senate - 2nd & 4th Thursday from 2-4PM
• Curriculum & Educational Policies Council – 2nd & 4th Wednesday from 2-4PM
• GE Governing Committee – 2nd & 4th Monday from 2-4PM
• GWAR Committee – 1st & 3rd Friday from 1:30-3PM
• Highly Valued Degree Initiative Steering Committee – Biweekly; TBD
• Review Committee for Academic Administrators – As needed
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – Monthly as needed
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – Meets during winter break in January.
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws or ASI President

What is the typical time commitment per week?

Approximately 10-15 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, supervisory skills, public speaking, organization, flexibility, ability to delegate, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to run meetings, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, ability to read and interpret documents such as bylaws, executive orders and policies, and leadership experience.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI President and committee.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

Serves as the ranking member of the ASI Presidential Cabinet and is the chief advisor and senior policy maker on diversity and social justice-related matters to the ASI President.

What does this position do?

• Assists the President with interviewing students to open positions in the ASI Presidential Cabinet, subject to confirmation by the Senate.
• Assists the ASI President in any capacity deemed necessary by that officer and assumes those duties delegated to the Presidential Cabinet, which are unfilled with Commissioners.
• Serves as chair of the Presidential Cabinet, including facilitating the weekly board meetings, developing and distributing the meeting agenda
• Supervises and assists members of the President’s Cabinet in advocating for their respective communities through programming and policy changes.
• Coordinates and keeps accurate records of activities and performances of the President’s Cabinet, and submits such records to the ASI President in an end-of-the-year report
• Serves as chair of the Social Justice & Equity Ad-Hoc Committee
• Recruits general students for diversity/social justice-related university committees.
• Advocates for and creates policy changes both on and off campus that will empower students of marginalized communities and enhance the diversity efforts of ASI.
• Leads the planning and execution of the annual CSULB Students of Color Conference.
• Further develops diversity and social justice programs from within ASI including the Queer Student Success Initiative and ally trainings.
• Advises student leaders on diversity-related matters.
• Ensures that ASI student government is building upon and adhering to its diversity and social justice efforts through programming, advocacy and policy making.
• Hold student leaders accountable for completing one ally training per semester
• Conducts mid-year and end-year performance reviews of Commissioners
• Serves as the ASI President’s liaison to the resource centers.
• Serves as the ASI President’s official designated representative to any board or committee of which they are a member.
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed Coordinates the Annual Night Safety Walk, and compiles a report of findings for the ASI President and Physical Planning & Facilities Management (PPFM).
• Coordinates the Annual Night Safety Walk, and compiles a report of findings for the ASI President and Physical Planning & Facilities Management (PPFM)
• Provides necessary training and transition alongside Government Affairs staff to all diversity-related positions within student government
• Updates and adheres to the Presidential Cabinet Working Rules.
• Reports monthly to Senate.

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• ASI President – Weekly; TBD
• Beach Pride Events Council – Weekly; Mondays at 3:30pm
• Asst. Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives – Weekly; TBD
• Commissioners – Biweekly; TBD
• Social Justice & Equity Ad-Hoc Committee – Once per semester; TBD
• Assistant Director, Office of Multicultural Affairs – Biweekly; TBD
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – Monthly as needed
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – Meets during winter break in January
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws or ASI President

What is the typical time commitment per week?

Approximately 10-15 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, supervisory skills, public speaking, organization, flexibility, ability to delegate, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to run meetings, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, leadership experience, understanding of social justice and diversity issues on and off campus, cultural competency

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI President and committee.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

Represents the interests of the Associated Students to the Cal State Student Association (CSSA), California State University system, and State legislators. Informs Associated Students about the budget, its legislative process and the state of the CSU. Serves as the chief advisor and senior policy maker on CSU system-related matters to the ASI President.

What does this position do?

• Co-represents the university and ASI in the CSSA as a voting delegate
• Provides a report on system-wide efforts in regards to university affairs, academic affairs, environmental affairs and legislative affairs to the ASI President
• Films monthly CSSA recap videos after each CSSA meeting
• Serves as chair of Lobby Corps, including facilitating weekly meetings, developing and distributing meeting agendas
• Acts as the ASI President’s liaison to the CSU Board of Trustees and the CSU Chancellor’s Office in regards to matters affecting CSULB students.
• Advocates legislation or issues on behalf of CSULB students, and facilitates the Corps’ operations.
• Supervises, coordinates, assists and keeps accurate records of activities and performance of the Lobby Corps and submits such records to the ASI President in an end-of-the-year report.
• Coordinates voter registration drives with Lobby Corps.
• Acts as a campus representative to the community about the Student Involvement and Representation Fee (SIRF).
• Assists in the coordination and training of the California Higher Education Student Summit (CHESS) student delegation.
• Recruits and trains student volunteers to serve as part of the Lobby Corps.
• Serves as the ASI President’s official designated representative to any board or committee of which they are a member.
• Updates and adheres to the Lobby Corps Working Rules.
• Assists the ASI President in any capacity deemed necessary by that officer, and assumes those duties delegated to the Lobby Corps, which are unfilled with Student-at-Large representatives.
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed
• Reports monthly to Senate

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Lobby Corps – Weekly; Thursdays from 2:30-4pm
• Asst. Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives – Weekly; TBD
• ASI President – Weekly; TBD
• Cal State Student Association – One weekend per month
• Student Fee Advisory Committee – Monthly as needed
• Instructionally Related Activities Board – Meets during winter break in January
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws or ASI President

What is the typical time commitment per week?

Approximately 10-15 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, supervisory skills, public speaking, organization, flexibility, ability to delegate and hold others accountable, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to run meetings, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, ability to read and interpret documents such as legislation, executive orders and policies, and leadership experience

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI President and committee.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

Serves as the Chief member and convening chair of the ASI Judiciary advising on matters concerning infractions of the ASI Bylaws.

What does this position do?

• Interprets the provisions of the ASI Bylaws or any other ASI document when a dispute arises
• Serves as part of the Judiciary branch that renders decisions in election disputes and approves Elections Handbook
• Assists the Government Elections Officer with monitoring campaign activities during elections
• Processes ASI Appeal forms and convenes the Judiciary to adjudicate the appeal
• Writes a majority opinion in collaboration with the Associate Justices and, if applicable a minority opinion, on all judiciary case decisions, which must be made readily available
• Notifies all individual and group defendants of any complaint filed against them within two weekdays of the filed complaint
• Reviews all actions or documents of any Associated Students, Inc. agency, body, organization, or office holder within the ASI upon filing of a petition
• Serves as student representative on one of the seven college Grade Appeals Committees
• Calls meetings of the Judiciary at least twice per month during the regular academic semester
• Creates and distributes the Judiciary’s agenda and case docket
• Ensures that the Judiciary Working Rules conform to the Bylaws and Elections Handbook
• Oversees the regular attendance and responsibilities of all Associate Justices
• Attends Senate meetings as a Judiciary representative and assigns Associate Justices to attend
• Leads the coordination of the Know Your Rights campaign each semester
• Coordinates and tracks with the Chief Justice Pro-Tempore grade appeal consultation requests
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Judiciary – Biweekly; 1st & 3rd Monday from 12:30-1:30pm
• ASI President – Biweekly; TBD
• Asst. Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives – Biweekly; TBD
• Vice Provost & Dean of Graduate Studies – Twice per semester; TBD
• Academic Integrity Committee – As needed
• Academic Grade Appeals Committees as needed
• Eligibility Appeals Committee as needed
• Director of Student Conduct & Ethical Development – Monthly; TBD
• Senate –twice per semester; Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30pm
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws or President

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 6-8 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, strong oral and written communication skills, organization skills, ability to delegate and hold others accountable, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy. Basic understanding of legal concepts and parliamentary procedure.

How do I apply?

• Must have served a minimum of 1 semester as an Associate Justice and completed at least 54 units of college work
• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

Serves as a member of the ASI Judiciary advising on matters concerning infractions of the ASI Bylaws and other governing documents.

What does this position do?

• Interprets the provisions of the ASI Bylaws or any other ASI document when a dispute arises
• Serves as part of the Judiciary branch that renders decisions in election disputes and approves the Elections Handbook
• Collaborates with the Chief Justice in writing a majority opinion for ASI Judiciary hearings
• Assists the Government Elections Officer with monitoring campaign activities during elections
• Reviews and adjudicates appeals for removal from office of student government members
• Attends Senate meetings as a Judiciary representative as assigned
• Reviews all actions or documents of any Associated Students, Inc. agency, body, organization, or office holder within the ASI upon filing of a petition with the Judiciary
• Serves as student representative on one of the seven college Grade Appeals Committees
• Coordinates the Know Your Rights campaign each semester
• Meets with students for grade appeal consultations
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Judiciary – Biweekly; 1st & 3rd Monday from 12:30-1:30pm
• Academic Grade Appeals Committees as needed
• Eligibility Appeals Committee as needed.
• Senate – twice per semester; Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30pm
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President, or Chief Justice

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 3-5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy. Basic understanding of legal concepts and parliamentary procedures.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI President and Chief Justice.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

Serves as the chief administrative officer of the regular and special elections of the Associated Students.

What does this position do?

• Ensures the efficient administration of all elections of the Associated Students
• Enforces administrative rules and regulations of all elections of the Associated Students
• Determines elections calendar
• Reviews the Elections Handbook and provides recommendations, to be approved by Judiciary
• Monitors campaign activities and submits campaign violation petitions if necessary
• Processes campaign violation petitions and notifies the Chief Justice to schedule an elections hearing
• Approves candidates’ social media and online campaign materials
• Outreach to student organizations, college councils, residence hall associations, departments and faculty about running for office and voting
• Works with ASI Communications to ensure proper and effective marketing and promotion of elections
• Coordinates and facilitates elections informational sessions and candidate meetings
• Assists in the coordination of election events, such as Coffee with the Candidates and Get Out The Vote booths
• Recruits and works with volunteers and Beach Team to organize participation in election events
• Educates candidates on the Elections Handbook and serves as a resource for them during the elections cycle
• Processes all required candidate forms and maintains accurate records
• Enrolls all approved administrative rules and regulations and publicizes them to the campus community
• Assists the Assistant Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives with the orientation and training of volunteers
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Asst. Director, Government Affairs & Initiatives – Weekly, TBD
• Judiciary – as needed
• Elections Hearings – as needed
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 3-5 hours per week in the fall semester and 10-15 hours per week in the spring semester until the completion of elections.

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, organization skills, flexibility, strong oral and written communication skills, public speaking, ability to interpret and enforce policies and regulations, ability to delegate, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Senate will interview and appoint.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for AB540 & Undocumented Students works to increase awareness of undocumented students and ensure their well-being among the Associated Students and the campus community. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters of concern or interest to AB540 & undocumented students.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President.
• Represents and promotes awareness of AB540 & Undocumented Students on behalf of the ASI President.
• Works with the University and Director of the Dream Success Center to help maintain a Center for the campus
• Promotes and assists with the AB540 & Undocumented Students Ally training
• Assists LSU with the planning of the Undocu 5K
• Be an active member of FUEL
• Hold regular support groups with CAPS where students can share their experiences and needs.
• Promote the legal services of CARECEN on campus, and assist with their programming
• Collaborate with on and off campus organizations to hold immigration legal clinics for students and community.
• Advocates for and expand resources throughout campus. Promote awareness of this community in places with the least visibility (ex. STEM departments)
• Advocates for policy change on and off campus to help advance undocumented students.
• Helps to increase the visibility of this population with the assistance of the Dream Success Center.
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed.
• Coordinates programs in collaboration with the Dream Success Center, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Beach Pride Events or student organizations centered around the advancement of undocumented students to create awareness and support.

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Dream Success Center Advisory Board – TBD
• For Undocumented Empowered Leaders (FUEL) - TBD
• Director of the Dream Success Center – Biweekly; TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January; and any additional leadership trainings.
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer.

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations that can assist AB540 and undocumented students, well-versed in current immigration political climate.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Cultural Affairs works to increase awareness of cultural diversity and social justice as it relates to people of color among the Associated Students and the campus community. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters of cultural diversity on campus.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Serves as the President’s liaison to cultural groups, meets with these groups regularly to maintain communication
• Attends student organization meetings to create awareness of ASI programs and services and to assess student needs
• Follows-up on reports from the Student Satisfaction Survey and other surveys assessing the campus climate
• Coordinates Respect Diversity Week with Beach Pride Events
• Attends ASI-funded cultural organization events when possible
• Helps to execute the provisions of the ASI Policy on Diversity
• Assists with the planning and promotion of diversity-related events, partnering with the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Beach Pride Events or cultural organizations
• Coordinates and plans Culture Fest or another annual event that promotes solidarity among cultural organizations
• Advocates for policy change both on and off campus that promotes the advancement of students of color
• Advocates for greater representation and awareness of students of color issues and concerns on campus
• Assists the Chief Diversity Officer with planning the CSULB Students of Color Conference
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Campus Climate Committee – 2nd Wednesday of every month at 2PM
• Assistant Directors of Multicultural Affairs- Monthly; TBD
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Student organization meetings – as needed
• Student Cultural Resource Board – Monthly; TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings.
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer.

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spend in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus, general knowledge of issues that students of color experience on campus.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Disability Affairs promotes awareness of and equity for students with disabilities, a traditionally underrepresented group, in order to foster greater understanding and comfort between students with disabilities and the campus as a whole. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters concerning students with disabilities.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Coordinates Disability Empowerment Week annually
• Coordinates Respect Diversity Week with Beach Pride Events
• Co-chairs Students for No Barriers Committee with BMAC Director
• Recruits students to serve on the Students for No Barriers Committee
• Assists with the creation and promotion of adaptive classes with the Inclusive Recreation team
• Assists with the Think About It campaign by increasing visibility and awareness of what disabilities are and how they may or may not look
• Assists the Project OCEAN committee with the planning of Live Your Life Day
• Collaborates on programs with the Commissioner for Wellness Affairs
• Assists CAPS with the promotion and coordination of the Disability Ally training
• Advocates for policy change both on and off campus that will advance students with disabilities
• Collaborates with student organizations centered around advancing students with disabilities to bring awareness to student concerns
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Monthly meeting with Director of the Bob Murphy Access Center (BMAC) – Monthly; TBD
• Monthly meeting with Coordinator of Inclusive Recreation – Monthly; TBD
• Monthly meeting with Coordinator of Project Ocean – Monthly; TBD
• Monthly meeting with Students with Disabilities at Large – Monthly; TBD
• Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI) Steering Committee – 2nd Thursday of the month from 10-11am
• Students for No Barriers Committee – Twice per semester; TBD
• Live Your Life Day Planning Committee – Weekly in the spring semester
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• Attend the ASI Leadership Retreat; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus that can assist students with disabilities, general knowledge of concerns and issues that students with disabilities experience on campus.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief of Staff and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Environmental Justice advises the President’s Cabinet on matters of environmental justice issues in local communities and sustainability efforts affecting the campus.

Environmental justice is defined as the process of improving and seeking a cleaner and healthier environment for all communities. Environmental justice focuses on communities that are more prone to environmental degradation, including but not limited to lower income, and communities of color.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Assists in developing strategies to convey environmental justice and sustainability policies, goals, and initiatives for ASI, such as purchasing policies and practices
• Advises the ASI President on the university’s Climate Action Plan, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the plan, staying current on its progress and accomplishments and identifying ways in which ASI can contribute
• Collaborates with the University Student Union Board of Trustees to execute the provisions of the ASI Sustainability Policy, ensuring that ASI is adhering to the policy specifically greenhouse gas emission and zero waste goals, confirm that the annual sustainability report is submitted and present findings to Senate
• When needed, work with Senate to develop resolutions addressing policy and systemic issues related to environmental justice
• Monitors the City of Long Beach’s Climate Action & Adaptation Plan, and collaborates with Lobby Corps to adopt as part of their policy agenda
• Collaborates with Lobby Corps on coordinating informational sessions educating students on the Green New Deal, CSULB Climate Action Plan and the City of Long Beach’s Climate Action & Adaptation Plan
• Collaborates with the Chief Government Relations Officer on raising awareness of environmental justice issues on a CSU level through CSSA
• Build relationships with the Environmental Science & Policy student organization to promote educational campaigns and mobilize students
• Build relationships with environmental justice focused organizations in the local communities such as East Yard Community for Environmental Justice, Communities for a Safe Environment, Communities for a Better Environment, Building Healthy Communities (Environmental Health Work Group), and Long Beach Alliance for Children with Asthma, to support local communities in the fight for a clean and healthy environment
• Serves on the Earth Week Committee and assists with the planning of Earth Week, ensuring that there is an environmental justice component to the program
• Works in conjunction with the Sustain U Committee, Sustainability Taskforce and the Recycling Center
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Sustain U Committee –TBD
• University Sustainability Task Force (President’s Commission on Sustainability)–TBD
• Earth Week Committee – TBD
• Environmental Science & Policy student organization - TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

At least 5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, knowledge of climate and socioeconomic crises and how the two are interconnected, knowledge of on and off campus sustainability efforts and resources, knowledge of environmental justice issues and concerns in local communities

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for International Student Affairs represents the perspective of international students and increases awareness and inclusivity in the development of programs and services within ASI, university affairs, and the campus community. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters of concern or interest to international students on campus.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Addresses student concerns and works with entities that encompass international education, including but not limited to Center for International Education, College of Continuing and Professional Education, direct exchange, International House, American Language Institute, Alumni Association, Study Abroad at the Beach students, and international student clubs
• Raise awareness of international student concerns and promotes solidarity through programs
• Coordinates Respect Diversity Week with Beach Pride Events
• Coordinates International Student Ally trainings
• Works with Study Abroad at the Beach, American Language Institute, Center for International Education and the Multicultural Center to create a mentorship program for international students
• Assists in the coordination and development of the Global Peer Ambassador Program with the Center for International Education
• Works with the Career Development Center and the Center for International Education to create more internships and job opportunities for international students
• Advocates for policy change both on and off campus that advances international students
• Serve on the Study Abroad Scholarship Committee
• Serve on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• International Education Committee – 2nd Tuesday of each month from 12-2PM
• Monthly meeting with the Director of the Center for International Education – TBD
• Monthly meeting with the International House Resident Assistants - TBD
• American Language Institute (ALI) Student Ambassador Team meetings – Monthly; TBD
• Global Peer Ambassador Meetings – TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus that can assist international students, general knowledge of international student concerns.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for LGBTIQ+ Affairs promotes awareness and appreciation of students who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersexual and Queer in order to foster a multicultural and safe educational environment. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters relating to the LGBTIQ+ campus community.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Coordinates and assists in the recruitment of students holding membership in LGBTIQ+ campus committees
• Coordinates and plans Coming Out Week, Respect Diversity Week and the Queer Prom with Beach Pride Events
• Increase programming that is geared towards LGBTIQ+ students
• Collaborates with the Pride Floor in Housing & Residential Life
• Facilitates monthly LGBTQIA+ Student Leaders Coalition meetings
• Serves on the LGBTQ Campus Climate Committee
• Serves on the Lavender Graduation Ceremony Committee
• Aids in communication between the campus LGBT Resource Center and Associated Students
• Establishes and coordinates the Queer Student Success Initiative in collaboration with the Division of Student Affairs
• Advocates for increased campus resources for LGBTIQ+ students through entities such as CAPS and the Office of Multicultural Affairs
• Enhances communication between campus entities that support LGBTIQ+ students by holding monthly coalition meetings
• Advocates for policy changes both on and off campus that will empower LGBTIQ+ students
• Raise awareness regrading LGBTIQ+ issues on campus and serve as a support system for members of this community to express their concerns
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• LGBTQ Campus Climate Committee – 2nd Friday of every month at 12PM
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Queers & Allies – Weekly; TBD
• Lavender Graduation Committee – TBD
• Monthly meeting with Assistant Director of Multicultural Affairs – Monthly; TBD
• Monthly LGBTQIA+ Student Leaders Coalition meetings - TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreat; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designed by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus that can assist LGBTIQ+ students, general knowledge of LGBTIQ+ student concerns and needs.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Pregnant & Parenting Students is responsible for raising awareness about pregnant and parenting students’ issues and works to ensure that pregnant and parenting students are being represented and properly served on behalf of the ASI President. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters related to student parents on campus.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Coordinate events to provide support and awareness to the pregnant and parenting student community on campus in collaboration with the Women’s & Gender Equity Center
• Collect concerns of pregnant and parenting students and report them to the ASI President to develop a plan to share the information with university administration
• Raise awareness about the pregnant and parenting student community
• Advocate for policy changes and increased resources pertaining to support for pregnant and parenting students
• Hold monthly support groups for pregnant and parenting students in collaboration with the Women’s & Gender Equity Center
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Isabel Patterson Child Development Center Board of Trustees – 3rd Friday of the month from 1-3pm
• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• IPCDC Advisory Committee – As needed
• Coordinator of the Women’s and Gender Equity Center –TBD
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Pregnant & Parenting Student Association – Monthly; TBD
• Director of the Isabel Patterson Child Development Center - TBD
• Community Clinic for Counseling and Educational Services – TBD
• Student Health Advisory Committee – Monthly; TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus, general knowledge of pregnant and parenting students’ concerns on campus

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Veterans Affairs represents and promotes awareness of veterans, military dependents, active duty, National Guard, and reserve service members. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters of concern or interest to veterans on campus.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Coordinates at least two awareness programs that highlight veterans
• Assists the Veterans Network with the planning of the Veteran 5K and Veteran Alumni Mixer
• Collaborates and promotes the 9/11 Memorial and POW Memorial events with Veterans Services
• Advocates for increased veteran support programs and policy changes, including mental health resources for veterans
• Serve as a liaison between the veterans community and ASI regarding veteran and active duty student concerns on campus
• Assists with promotion and coordination of the VET NET Ally training
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• Monthly meeting with Director of Veterans Services – Monthly; TBD
• Veterans Network – Twice a month; TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreat; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

At least 5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus that can assist veterans, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, and knowledge of veteran and active duty student concerns on campus.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Wellness Affairs promotes the cohesion and awareness of the variety of wellness programs on campus, in order to ensure that holistic wellness remains at the forefront of the university’s goals. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters concerning wellness across the university.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Collaborates on programs with the Commissioner for Disability Affairs
• Assists with the creation and promotion of wellness programs within Student Health Services, Beach Pride Events, Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), and Student Recreation & Wellness Center
• Assists the Project OCEAN committee with the planning of Live Your Life Day
• Assists the Dean of Students Office with the planning of the Health & Safety Fair (spring semester)
• Collaborates with Lobby Corps on advocating for mental health and Basic Needs legislation
• Advocates for policy change that empowers students of spiritual backgrounds, students with mental health concerns, and students with physical health concerns
• Raise awareness of student health and spirituality concerns
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD.
• Director of Student Health Services – Monthly; TBD
• Student Health Advisory Committee – Monthly; TBD
• SRWC Beach Balance Coordinator – Monthly; TBD
• Division of Student Affairs Wellness Council – Monthly; TBD
• Live Your Life Day Planning Committee – Weekly; spring semester
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• Attend the ASI Leadership Retreat; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer.

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus, general knowledge of student health concerns on campus.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm the appointment.

Position Overview:

The Commissioner for Women & Gender Equity Affairs works to increase the visibility of and opportunities for the advancement of all genders through awareness and education of the various issues relevant to students at CSULB. The Commissioner also works to provide an environment that encourages the well- being, empowerment and success of all genders. Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet advising on matters related to all genders on campus.

What does this position do?

• Carries out the vision and goals of the ASI President
• Attends to matters which pertain to gender equity affairs for the campus community
• Represents the ASI President as a designee on gender equity events, committees, and/or special circumstances
• Collaborates with the Women’s and Gender Equity Center (WGEC) to promote and plan events or programs for the student body
• Raise awareness about issues of sexual assault and gender violence in collaboration with the Title IX Office
• Advocates for policy change and increased campus resources to empower women, trans, and non-binary identifying students
• Holds support groups for trans and non-binary identifying students throughout the semester
• Collaborates with representatives of campus, local, state, and federal governments to support initiatives that promote gender equity
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• President’s Cabinet – Weekly; Mondays from 2:30-4pm
• Women’s and Gender Equity Center – Weekly; TBD
• Chief Diversity Officer – TBD
• President’s Commission on the Status of Women (PCSW) – 2nd Friday of every month from 10AM-12PM
• President’s Title IX Advisory Board – TBD
• Campus Climate Committee – 2nd Wednesday of every month at 2PM
• Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies Student Association (WGSSSA) -TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the ASI Bylaws, President or Chief Diversity Officer

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 7-10 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, public speaking, organization, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, general knowledge of resources and organizations on campus, general knowledge of trans, non-binary and female identifying students’ concerns on campus.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview with ASI Chief Diversity Officer and ASI President.
• ASI President will appoint individual and Senate will confirm appointment.

Position Overview:

The Lobby Corps Student-at-Large represents the interests of the student body to the ASI Lobby Corps and serves as a voting member.

What does this position do?

• Coordinates lobby visits both locally and for the annual California Higher Education Student Summit (CHESS)
• Conducts legislative research and tracks pertinent legislation concerning nonprofit corporations, auxiliary organizations of the CSU, higher education, and other areas of interest to ASI
• Represents the Lobby Corps at the annual CHESS Conference in Sacramento
• Attends and participates in CHESS trainings leading up to the conference
• Advocates legislation or issues on behalf of CSULB students
• Coordinates voter registration drives and/or voter education campaigns
• Assists in the planning of Advocacy Day
• Track City Council and CSU Board of Trustees policies and initiatives that may impact CSULB students
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Lobby Corps – Weekly; Thursdays from 2:30-4pm
• District meetings with local and state legislators – at least once per semester
• Long Beach City Council – Weekly; Tuesdays at 5PM
• CSU Board of Trustees – Monthly; TBD
• California Higher Education Student Summit (CHESS) Conference (March)
• CHESS trainings – at least two during the spring semester; TBD
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats; and any additional leadership trainings

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, organization skills, oral and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in groups, ability to interpret and understand legislative policy and bills, ability to articulate and advocate for the needs of CSULB students, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Senate will interview and elect

Position Overview:

The Social Justice & Equity Committee Student-at-Large represents the interests of historically marginalized and underrepresented communities of the student body to the Social Justice & Equity Committee and serves as a voting member.

What does this position do?

• Serves as the chief programmers for the Committee
• Coordinates a social justice awareness event during the spring semester
• Assists with outreach efforts throughout the academic year
• Assists with the development of Senate resolutions
• Advocates and brings awareness of issues on behalf of CSULB students
• Actively works with the campus community to promote and support equity on campus and build collaborative partnerships
• Develops and recommends policies that ensure success and wellbeing of disempowered communities on campus
• Serves on relevant committees as assigned by the Chair
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• Social Justice & Equity Committee – 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month from 1-3pm
• All student government officers are required to serve on at least two committees
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January; and any additional leadership trainings assigned by ASI Government Affairs.

What is the typical time commitment per week?

About 5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

What are the preferred skills & abilities?

Time management, organization skills, oral and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in groups, ability to articulate and advocate for the needs of CSULB students, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync
• Interview and election with the Senate

Position Overview:

Serves as a voting member of the Isabel Patterson Child Development Center Board of Trustees (IPCDC BOT), which is responsible for the oversight of an early childhood education and childcare program for the children of CSULB students and for the children of alumni, staff, faculty, and community members as space permits.

What does this position do?

• Read agendas, meeting minutes, and related materials in preparation for board meetings
• Review and approve operating policies to ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation bodies and funding terms and conditions Ensure effective organizational planning by actively participating with staff in an annual planning process Review and approve all proposals for new major programs Review and forward all proposals for major interior and exterior construction projects to the Board of Control Receive and act upon periodic evaluations of the IPCDC programs as reported by the IPCDC Director Participate in the review and adjudication of parent grievances
• Assist the IPCDC Director and ASI development staff in fundraising efforts for the benefit of the IPCDC
• Develop an understanding of basic licensing, accreditation and funding requirements, terms and conditions
• Serves on ASI scholarship review committees as needed

What meetings will I have to attend?

• IPCDC Board of Trustees – 3rd Friday of each month at 1PM
• Subcommittee meetings (date and times vary)
• ASI Leadership Retreats held in August and January; and any additional leadership trainings
• Other meetings as designated by the Chair

Typical Time Commitment:

About 3-5 hours per week, which includes time spent in meetings (see above).

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Time management, public speaking, ability to learn parliamentary procedure to participate in meetings, ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and campus administrators; familiarity with child development and/or early childhood education, familiarity with the concept of stewardship.

How do I apply?

• Complete the Student Government Application online on BeachSync.
• Interview and election by the Senate.