PROGRAM SPECIALIST (STUDENT LIFE)

San Jose-Evergreen Community College District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits fully paid for you and

Employee pension contributions (CalPES

Vacation 10–22 days/year

20 paid holidays

Job summary

San José-Evergreen Community College District in San Jose, CA is seeking a Program Specialist (Student Life) at Evergreen Valley College. The role involves coordinating activities, coordinating outreach, creating materials, and supporting events for student programs.

The position requires an Associate’s degree and two years of related experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. The work week is 40 hours, with a 12-month schedule and a district-supported benefits package

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Two years of related experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program activities and events.
• Conduct community outreach and present to students and community members.
• Produce and disseminate communication materials.
• Plan orientations and events, attend related functions.
• Assist front office, refer students, answer phones, and prepare reports.
• Collect and analyze program data and maintain accounts.
• Provide general administrative support and learn program policies.

Skills

Office administration

Communication skills

Public speaking

Fluent English

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Salary Range $80,927 - $98,779 Annual Salary (Range 89: Classified Salary Schedule Fiscal Year 2026-2027). Starting placement is generally at Step 1.

Benefits Summary

In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the District’s excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [ PPO ] and Kaiser Permanente ( HMO ]); dental (Delta Dental PPO ); vision ( VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Lincoln); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Lincoln); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Lincoln); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP ).
In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the employee’s salary towards an eligible employee’s pension (CalPERS).

Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).
Classified employees also earn 10 to 22 days per year of vacation (based on years of service), and up to 12 sick leave days (pro-rated for less than full-time positions). There are currently 20 paid holidays.

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Program Specialist (Student Life) reports to the Director of Outreach, Student Life, and Community Standards at Evergreen Valley College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This position is represented by CSEA (California School Employees Association), Chapter 363.
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, coordinate a large number of activities within a special program ranging from recruitment to producing handouts and marketing materials and providing information to student participants. Functional direction may be provided by a Counselor or Instructor assigned to the program.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assist in the coordination and implementation of program activities.
2. Conduct community outreach, including public presentations and expanding and maintaining a community network, both on and off campus; presentations to be to both student groups and community members.
3. Produce and disseminate communication materials.
4. Plan and organize orientations and events.
5. Attend a variety of program-related functions on and off campus.
6. Coordinate general front office activities including referring students to appropriate locations, answering the phones, assisting in preparing reports and program correspondence.
7. Collect and assemble statistical data regarding program activities and achievements.
8. Maintain program accounts and perform regular bookkeeping activities.
9. Provide general administrative support to the program.
10. Learn and follow program policies and procedures.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
1. Office administrative practices and procedures including filing and the operation of standard office equipment, particularly personal and online computers and appropriate application software – MS Office suite of applications, Internet browsers.
Skills and Ability to:
1. Ability to demonstrate success in communicating effectively before diverse audiences, establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships, speak and write clearly in English, and work with attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Associate’s degree.
2. Two years of related experience.

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.

Desired Qualifications

For positions that require a degree or coursework:
Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized 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, will NOT be considered.

Working Environment
1. Typical office environment.
Physical Demands
1. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
2. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
3. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
4. Seeing to read a variety of materials.

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.

CONTACT :
Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu