Program Coordinator (MESA)
Job Description
Position Title
Program Coordinator (MESA)Special Instructions to Applicants
Yearly Salary: $72,204 (Step 1) – $87,972 (Step 5)
Our Vision for Social Justice
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
Recruitment Type:
Open (Internal and External applicants)Location
Los Medanos CollegePosting Number
0002076# of Openings
1Range
62Salary
YEARLY: $72,204, step 1 - $87,972, step 5 (see special instruction for initial step placement)Position Status
PermanentOvertime Status
Non-Exempt (eligible)Position
Full-TimeIf temporary, employment duration:
N/A# of Hours Scheduled Per Week
40Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
Shift Differential %
N/A# of Months
12Non-work Periods:
N/AEEO Job Category
Technical/ParaprofessionalEmployee Group
ClassifiedDepartment
L1127- MESA DepartmentPosition Definition
Distinguishing Characteristics
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Provides overall direction and guidance to the day-to-day operations, problem solving and decision making regarding an assigned program; implements program policies and directives according to District, federal or State guidelines.
Performs administrative support functions in coordinating a student services program.
Prepares correspondence, memos and statistical materials; answers phones.
Assists in the development, preparation and/or administration of department and program budgets.
Maintains and compiles data for statistical reports, student data reports, student records and files, or material requested by the District and State Chancellor’s Office.
Prepares periodic reports, financial statements and records on program activities, progress, status or other special reports for management or outside agencies.
Coordinates with other departments and/or external vendors to arrange for support equipment, materials, services or resources for students and orients students in processes or use.
Arranges, schedules and assists in development of training programs for faculty, staff and managers to promote access to and increased awareness of available student support services and programs.
Assists in development of support programs.
Assists with research appropriate to the operation of the program.
Reviews applications or other program documents to determine acceptance or make decisions pertaining to program; advises students on issues associated with assigned program; identifies problems and provides advice.
Develops and assists in the design and preparation of presentations, written information and other resource materials concerning available college and community services and programs.
Assists students with navigating college processes as appropriate for assigned program; assists students in utilizing the services of the college and outside agencies; provides referral to auxiliary resources.
Develops and delivers workshops and special programs to provide promote access to and increased awareness of available student support services and programs.
Participates in special activities and events as needed.
Maintains and monitors payroll records for student assistants.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
Three (3) years of experience performing responsible student services duties in a related college program.
EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, or the equivalent.
Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Modern office procedures, practices and technology/equipment.
Basic understanding of procedures for support services offered by assigned program.
General college classroom procedures and requirements.
General needs of population of students supported.
Philosophy and objectives of students services programs; problems encountered by students supported.
General principles and practices of supervision.
Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
Minimum Qualification-Skill To
Minimum Qualification-Ability To
Understand and carry out verbal or written instructions in an independent manner.
Identify and obtain resources and other needed programs and services to meet students’ academic and vocational needs and objectives.
Keyboard with accuracy.
Assign work to, oversee, and train student assistants.
Gather, prepare and maintain accurate data, records, files and reports.
Analyze situations accurately, determine priorities and adopt an effective course of action.
Serve as a liaison between students and community or college agencies and services.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and prepare clear and concise technical and statistical reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of performing required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering student equity and inclusion, and ability to communicate and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members of diverse backgrounds, cultures, languages, and abilities.
- Knowledge and experience working with STEM programs or STEM transfer programs.
- Knowledge and experience working with transfer programs, services, and processes in California community colleges and/or four-year universities.
- Experience working within Student Services/Affairs or Instruction in an educational setting, or other organization dedicated to college success and achievement in higher education.
- Experience planning and organizing events such as workshops and collaborative events with outside stake holders, speakers etc.
Job Open Date:
10/08/2024Job Close Date:
11/11/2024Open Until Filled
NoForeign Degree and Credit Statement:
Employee Benefits:
Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:
Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf
Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
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