Adult School Liaison (Temporary Pool)

Ohlone College (CA); Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohlone College invites applications for the temporary Adult School Transition Liaison role to support enrollment from Tri-City adult schools in Fremont, Newark and Union City. The liaison will maintain a consistent campus presence to guide prospective learners through matriculation and connect them with college programs and resources.

The position emphasizes collaboration with adult schools, guidance on the college application, financial aid, and scholarships, and a commitment to equitable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of related work experience.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication, including presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong record-keeping skills with attention to detail.
• Commitment to equitable and inclusive working and educational environments.
• Ability to respond to diverse backgrounds of community college students with equity-minded practices.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective adult school learners along the matriculation journey and promote awareness of college opportunities.
• Assist with college application, Adult School Partnership Program, dual enrollment, financial aid and scholarship processes.
• Collaborate with site administrators and staff to determine student and school needs; track progress and report on outcomes.
• Provide personalized guidance and maintain ongoing communication with students and partner schools.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

MS Office

Record-keeping

Equity-minded practices

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ideal Candidate Statement

Ohlone College has emerged as one of the premier community colleges in California and is consistently ranked among the highest performing colleges by the Chancellor’s Office Student Success Scorecard. The College is characterized by high achieving students, an emphasis on transfer, and career education programs that focus on the entering the workforce; the College also maintains its unique commitment to carrying on the legacy of the Ohlone People’s dedication to respecting and sustaining the environment. The College is seeking a passionate individual to serve as an adult school transition liaison supporting enrollment from adult schools in the Fremont, Newark, and Union City region. The College would like to strengthen the pathway and services offered to these students by having a consistent and coordinated presence on the adult school campuses. This position provides the employee(s) with the skills, expertise, and experience necessary to enter professional roles in high school, adult school, and higher education environments. This opportunity will equip the employee with general and in-depth knowledge of a vast range of student support services and programs.

Employment Information

• This is a temporary short-term position, limited to a maximum of 165 working days within a fiscal year.
• This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits through the District.
• Holidays and vacations are unpaid.
• Sick leave is accrued in accordance with applicable state law.
• Employees who work over 1,000 hours in a fiscal year will be enrolled in CalPERS.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under general direction of an assigned supervisor, the Adult School Transition Liaison (ASTL) will work with consortium members and partners to guide prospective learners from the Tri-City adult schools along their pathway to Ohlone College. Through a consistent and coordinated on-campus presence, the ASTL will cultivate meaningful relationships with prospective students, school personnel and community members while promoting awareness of Ohlone College’s opportunities and educational pathways. ASTLs will provide personalized guidance throughout the matriculation journey by sharing information and resources, answering questions, conducting outreach and recruitment activities, and assisting students with enrollment and onboarding processes. The Adult School Transition Liaison is essential to creating a model for student integration into the college to increase opportunities for success by introducing the college and its services to incoming adult school students.

1. The objective of this role is to develop professionals who can, under the supervision of a designated manager, aid incoming adult school students.
2. In alignment with guided pathways, the Adult School Transition Liaison will serve designated location(s) and provide student assistance with the Ohlone college application, Adult School Partnership Program applications, dual enrollment application, financial aid, and scholarship applications.
3. Adult School Transition Liaison will be versed in various student support programs (i.e. UMOJA, Puente, AANHPI, Career Services, Dreamers/Undocumented, Student Accessibility Services, EOPS, etc.).
4. Adult School Transition Liaison will assist students and adult school staff in the following areas: enrollment process; including but not limited to admissions, basic residency questions, Adult School Partnership Program processes and any other paperwork related to enrollment, support in navigating student account set up (MyOhlone, canvas, outlook), College aid Award Letters, Dreamer/undocumented access.
5. Complete a transition plan with students and follow up on student progress toward their goals.
6. Collaborate with site administrators and staff to determine the needs of the school and students.
7. Facilitate collaboration between the Tri-City adult schools, Ohlone College and community members.
8. Adult School Transition Liaison develops skills, abilities, and sensitivities for assisting a diverse student population in an educational setting.
9. Adult School Transition Liaison will employ the use of technology and communication systems to monitor, prepare and generate reports, track student progress, and inform students of critical information essential to their success at Ohlone. and other duties assigned to support student success.
10. Utilize excellent oral and written communication.
11. Perform other duties as assigned to support student success.

Duration

This position is renewable on an annual basis and shall work a maximum of 30 hours per week. The assignment will span over 45 weeks per year including regular and summer terms.

Assessment

Adult School Transition Liaison will work under the direction and supervision of a college administrator. Their progress is measured each semester through direct observation, student surveys, mentoring, and ongoing training sessions.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify a vast range of student support services and programs.
2. Cite eligibility requirements, systems, and processes for student services and programs.
3. Implement activities that address and resolve student barriers to entering college that promote retention and student success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree and two years of related work experience.
• Demonstration of effective oral and written communication skills, including presentations.
• Possession of working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Possession of good record-keeping skills with attention to detail.
• Possession of the ability to provide an equitable and inclusive working and educational environment.
• Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.

Desirable Qualifications

Bilingual competency in Spanish and/or American Sign Language preferred.

Working Conditions

Adult School Transition Liaison will be assigned to school site(s) in the Ohlone Community College district, which includes the cities of Fremont, Newark and Union City.

The work assignment will consist of a maximum of 30 hours per week over a span of 45 weeks. Around sixteen (16) hours will be served at the school site over a minimum of two days per week, and four (4) hours will be assigned at the Ohlone College campus for meetings and training activities.

Reliable transportation to and from assigned locations is required.

Required Application Materials

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover Letter
3. A list of three (3) professional references including name, position, organization, phone number, email, and relationship to the applicant.

District Statement

Founded in 1967, Ohlone College is named in honor of the early Ohlone People who inhabited the San Francisco Bay Area. Ohlone College is committed to providing a high-quality education to serve our diverse population of over 15,000 students per year. Ohlone College is nationally recognized for our Deaf Studies and Interpreter Preparation programs, and is widely known for our nursing, health sciences, liberal arts, biomedical science, and smart manufacturing programs. As a learning community, we embrace and champion inclusivity, integrity, student expression, global citizenship, and continuous improvement.

Ohlone College is one of the top-ranked community colleges in California, serving the cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Our campuses in Fremont and Newark are centrally located in the East Bay between San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. This region is known as a hub of innovation and economic activity, and home to some of the most advanced manufacturing, biomedical research, and clean energy companies in California, including Tesla, Meta, Seagate, and Lam Research.

The main campus in Fremont is located near Interstate 680 at the base of Mission Peak, just south of the historic Mission San Jose, and is the primary gateway to year-round hiking, biking, and hang gliding in the Mission Peak Regional Preserve. The Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology is located near Interstate 880 in a hub of new residential and commercial development. The two campuses are connected by shuttle to each other and the Warm Springs BART station, which offers convenient access to public transit throughout the Bay Area.

Vision Statement

Ohlone College will be known for inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, engagement, and exceptional student success.

Mission Statement

Ohlone College offers high quality educational and career pathways and personal enrichment courses to serve the diverse needs of all students and the community. Ohlone provides excellent instruction and support services, awards associate degrees and certificates, and promotes university transfer in an inclusive, equitable, and multicultural environment where student learning and achievement are paramount. Ohlone fosters innovation, encourages student expression, and promotes ethical behavior and global citizenship.

EEO Statement

The District is strongly committed to the principles of equal opportunity and to hiring qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our community. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, military and veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related medical condition or any other protected basis in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. If you have a disability and are in need of special services, equipment, or facilities in order to apply or interview for this opening, please call the Human Resources office at: [phone].

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Ohlone Community College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit official transcripts, proof of freedom from tuberculosis. In addition, you will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal “Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986.” Pre‑employment tests and/or medical examinations may be required. Ohlone Community College does not sponsor H1B visas. Employees must sign the Oath or Affiliation of Allegiance and submit fingerprints for CA Department of Justice clearance. Employees must be California residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their employment with Ohlone Community College District.

Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986

Applicants selected for positions will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986.

Statement

The District reserves the right to modify, rescind, or re-advertise this recruitment at any time.