COUNSELOR, EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM & SERVICES (EOP&S), CARE

Sjeccd; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

403(b) plan

457 Deferred Compensation

Job summary

San José-Evergreen Community College District seeks a Counselor for EOPS/CARE to provide counseling, academic planning, and crisis support to students in the EOPS/CARE program at San Jose City College. The role includes development of educational plans, course placement guidance, and transfer advising, with possible day and evening shifts.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in Counseling or equivalent, with bilingual ability in English and Spanish, and experience serving diverse student

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling or related field or equivalent.
• Two years of occupational experience serving ethnic minorities or disadvantaged groups.
• Equivalency route available with district requirements.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish or Vietnamese.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, personal and crisis counseling for EOPS/CARE students.
• Develop educational plans and assist with course placement and transfer coursework.
• Assist with enrollment, follow-up, and coordination with support services for CARE students.
• Collaborate with campus departments to deliver EOPS/CARE services.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

CARE program experience

Counseling experience

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling or related field

Equivalent degree/equivalency

Two years of occupational experience related to ethnic minorities or disadvantaged groups

Job description

COUNSELOR, EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM & SERVICES (EOP&S), CARE

Position Title

Position Title COUNSELOR, EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM & SERVICES (EOP&S), CARE

Posting Number

Posting Number F2604

Close/First Review Date

Close/First Review Date 08/09/2026

Department

Department Counseling, Guidance and Matriculation

Work Location

Work Location San Jose City College

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Range: $110,451 to $151,619 Entry Level Annual Salary (Academic Salary Schedule 2026-2027); Maximum Salary Potential $196,722. Note: Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified education and experience.

Benefits Summary

Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Faculty also receive paid sick leave.

POSITION SUMMARY

This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE Temporary, One Year, Categorical, Non-tenured (11 Months, August – June) as Counselor, EOPS / CARE in the Division of Counseling and Matriculation located at San Jose City College. Under the direction and supervision of the Dean of Student Services or area administrator, the EOPS / CARE Counselor provides academic, career, personal, and crisis counseling; assists with course placement; develops educational plans; guides students through general education, and transfer coursework; implements an academic progress report, caseload management, and follow-up process; facilitates support for the EOPS / CARE students’ success. Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities. Some workdays may be assigned outside the eleven-month academic calendar. This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide academic, vocational, career and personal guidance and counseling for prospective, new and continuing students in EOPS / CARE students.
2. Work with EOPS / CARE student caseload to develop abbreviated and comprehensive educational plans to meet EOPS requirements.
3. Provide intake and orientation, program advisement, follow up services, and group or individual counseling services for EOPS / CARE students. Assist students with identifying, addressing and resolving issues with textbook loans, childcare and transportation, etc. as appropriate to ensure students’ academic success. Participate in developing and offering professional growth activities for CARE student caseload.
4. Assist students with early (priority registration) enrollment each term, seeking referral to appropriate community agencies or services in response to educational, career, and/or personal concerns.
5. Assist EOPS / CARE students in making decisions relative to career choice and educational planning, including appropriate testing and vocational counseling in accordance with CARE , TANF / GAIN county, state and federal policies and regulations.
6. Apply knowledge base as a tool for educating students and advocating on their behalf with county and community-based service providers.
7. Participate, as appropriate, in program outreach to social services agencies and the community for recruitment and collaboration to maintain supportive services for CARE students.
8. Develop effective working relationships with faculty members in instructional areas and work closely with SAS ( DSPS ), Financial Aid, ALMASS , NextUp/Guardian Scholars, and Veterans Resource Center to collaborate on delivery of services with mutual student populations.
9. Assist with the development of CARE related publications and presentation of workshops/course materials/SLOs/Program Review.
10. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.
11. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles.
12. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations, research projects, publishing academic work, participation in statewide committees or organizations, etc.
13. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others.
14. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes and assessment, program review, committees, research and special projects as needed in the discipline/department or district.
15. Attend and participate in department, division and college meetings and keep posted office hours.
16. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census, reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions.
17. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required by California Education Code and Board policy.
18. Foster a professional work and learning environment.
19. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Master’s degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Educational Counseling, Social Work, or Career Development
OR
*The Equivalent
AND
2. EOPS counselors hired after October 24, 1987, shall: Have completed a minimum of nine (9) semester units of college course work predominantly related to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.
OR
Have completed six (6) semester units or the equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling field-work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.
AND
3. In addition, an EOPS counselor hired after October 24, 1987, shall: Have two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social, or economic disadvantages.

District’s Diversity

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

*Equivalency

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications as listed on the Job Announcements. Application(s) for equivalency are required if the degrees are not in the exact discipline applicable for the applicable position, according to the California Community College Minimum Qualifications (select link below to review).
NOTE : Equivalency review is for degrees not in the exact discipline, only. If you have a degree earned outside of the United States, a U.S. credential evaluation must be attached with your application materials. (See A. Foreign Degrees section below).
California Community College Minimum Qualifications
19 th EDITION Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges
District Equivalency Form http://www.sjeccd.edu/HumanResources/Documents/Equivalency_Application_Form.pdf

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.
Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Desired Qualifications

1. Bilingual ability in English and Spanish, or Vietnamese.
2. Evidence of an ability to contribute to campus and district-wide professional responsibilities and activities.
3. Experience working with CARE and CalWORKs/ TANF / GAIN students, or other special populations.
4. Counseling experience within a California community college.

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About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Fall 2025, with enrollment of approximately 15,661 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 48.9%, Black/African-American 3.4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.8%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9.1%, Multi-race 3.6% and Unknown 3.0%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 43.4% Latinx, 27.2% Asian/Pacific Islander, 3.0% Black/African American, 0.3% American Indian/Native American, 19.5% White/Caucasian, 5.6% Unknown and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.