Program Support Assistant

Cuesta College; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Cuesta College is seeking a Program Support Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to DSPS, helping to maintain the continuity of services on campus. This short-term/temporary role focuses on assisting programs, events, outreach, and data tracking to promote access to campus resources.

The position emphasizes welcoming students, coordinating with faculty and counselors, and ensuring inclusive, student-centered services across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• Experience in educational or community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist students, staff, and visitors.
• Act as liaison among faculty, student services, counselors, and administrators.
• Communicate with students via in-person, virtual, and email channels; perform referrals.
• Ensure programs are accessible and student-centered.
• Provide general operational support for day-to-day activities.
• Track participation and compile basic program data in databases/spreadsheets.
• Coordinate and set up events, workshops, and activities.
• Distribute program information and assist outreach efforts.
• Perform data entry, filing, and document prep.
• Maintain organized materials and shared spaces.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Administrative support

Event coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Program Support Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to DSPS, helping to maintain the continuity of services.

This is a short-term/temporary position.

Definition

The Program Support Assistant supports the daily operations, programs, and activities of assigned program(s). Under general supervision, this role supports events, outreach, and administrative tasks to help maintain organized operations and promote access to campus resources.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position provides flexible support for programs and operations across multiple functions and departments.

Essential Functions

• Provide front-line support by welcoming and assisting students, staff, and visitors;
• Serve as a liaison among faculty, student services, counselors, and administrators to connect students with appropriate support;
• Support regular contact with students through in-person, virtual, and email communication, including follow-ups and referrals;
• Help ensure programs and services are accessible, inclusive, and student-centered;
• Provide general operational support to ensure smooth day-to-day activities;
• Assist with tracking participation and compiling basic program data in relevant databases and spreadsheets;
• Assist with the coordination and set-up of events, workshops, and program activities;
• Support outreach by distributing materials and sharing program information;
• Perform basic administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation;
• Maintain organized program materials, supplies, and shared spaces;
• Perform other related duties as required; and

• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students.

This is a short-term/temporary position.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalency

Experience

Preferred

• Previous experience supporting programs, events, or customer service in an educational or community-based setting is preferred

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.