Coordinator, Undocumented Student Services

Peralta Community College District (CA); Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Peralta Community College District invites applications for a part-time, grant-funded Coordinator for the Undocumented Community Resource Center (UCRC). Under general direction, you will lead program coordination, collaboration, and direct student support to undocumented students and mixed-status households.

You will develop, implement, and evaluate services aligned with AB 540, AB 2000, SB 68; coordinate outreach, workshops, and multilingual materials; and monitor program outcomes to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Four years of experience in program planning and coordination.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the UCRC, design and evaluate programs for undocumented student success.
• Maintain communication with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Coordinate workshops on legal rights, AB 540, CA Dream Act, and DACA updates.

Skills

Cultural competency

Communication

Program coordination

Data entry/analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Under general direction, provides culturally responsive, equity-driven leadership and coordination of daily operations for the Undocumented Community Resource Center (UCRC). The role supports undocumented students and students from mixed-status households by developing, implementing, and evaluating programs aligned with California policies (e.g., AB 540, AB 2000, SB 68). The Coordinator also collaborates closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to enhance student enrollment, retention, and success.

This is a part-time, grant funded position.

Continuation of the position is contingent upon refunding of the program/project.

This vacancy is open ONLY to current regular and hourly employees who are members of SEIU Local 1021. Per new Article 8.7 of the Local 1021 hourly contract, this job is being posted for ten (10) working days.

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Program Coordination & Communication

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day operations of the UCRC, including filing, data entry, supplies management, and communication with campus and community partners. Design, implement, and evaluate programming focused on undocumented student success.
• Maintain consistent communication with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Collaborate with departments and agencies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and delivery of effective support services.

Direct Student Support

• Serve as a primary contact for undocumented students.
• Provide personalized coaching, case management, and direct referrals to campus and community-based services.

Outreach & Workshop Facilitation

• Plan and lead workshops on legal rights, financial aid, AB 540 eligibility, the CA Dream Act, and DACA updates.
• Support outreach for concurrent enrollment and non-credit program opportunities.
• Organize and coordinate events such as Undocumented Student Action Week.

Training & Resources Development

• Coordinate the creation and distribution of culturally relevant, multi-lingual outreach materials.
• Identity and promote ally training and professional development for faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Participate in statewide conferences, webinars, and workgroups related to undocumented student success.

Budget & Administrative Support

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the UCRC program budget.
• Process invoices, requisitions, and expense reports related to undocumented student services.
• Track and report service utilization, program outcomes, and student engagement data.

Institutional & Community Collaboration

• Partner with departments such as Admissions & Records, Financial Aid, Counseling, EOPS, SAS, Adult Education, and Basic Needs Center.
• Strengthen trust and referral pathways with community-based organizations, including legal aid groups.
• Participate in workgroups and institutional planning efforts to promote equitable student support.

Clerical & Operational Functions

• Maintain accurate student files, appointment logs, records of services, and correspondence.
• Prepare reports and documentation for grant compliance and program evaluation.
• Run queries, analyze data, and collaborate with institutional researchers as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field.
• Four (4) years of experience in program planning and coordination.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with undocumented student advocacy.
• Experience with California residency policies (e.g., AB 540, AB 2000, SB 68) and the California Dream Act.
• Familiarity with student services programs in California community colleges.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Undocumented student needs, including AB 540 eligibility, residency challenges, and common barriers to access. Familiarity with legislation and policies impacting undocumented students, such as residency determination, enrollment, and financial aid navigation. and practices of program evaluation and student-centered service delivery.
• matriculation processes for undocumented students, such as residency determination, enrollment, and financial aid navigation.
• State and federal policies affecting undocumented students.
• Title V, Ed Code, and regulations governing student services.
• the use of personal computers and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ability to:

• Coordinate and evaluate complex student support programs.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Plan and prioritize tasks independently.