Temporary - Center Assistant - Coast Center

Mendocino College; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bronze level benefits

40 hours sick leave per fiscal year

CalPERS retirement eligibility

Job summary

Mendocino College seeks a Short-Term Non-Continuing Center Assistant for the Coast Center in Fort Bragg. This hourly, part-time role (5–15 hours/week) involves clerical support, student registration, and frontline information for staff and students.

The position is open until filled and offers a Bronze level benefits plan and limited paid time off. Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, registrations, and providing guidance on college policies, with possible evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• AA Preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and performs clerical work in support of the Center.
• Provides information to faculty, staff, students, and the public on policies and records.
• Registers students and assists with admissions and enrollment processing.
• Administers placement assessments and inputs scores.
• Assists with budget tracking and general recordkeeping.
• Operates Microsoft Office and college information systems and maintains files.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Office organization

Education

AA Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Colleague

SARS

WebAdvisor

Job description

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short- Term, Non-Continuing Center Assistant to work at our Coast Center in Fort Bragg.

This is a temporary, non-continuing position. This position is open until filled.

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals and Values at the following website: MLCCD - Mission, Vision, Goals

Under direction of the supervisor, performs a variety of administrative support functions for the overall center program; registers students; provides information and assistance to faculty, staff, students, and the public; maintains the security of the center during the evening and weekend hours.

Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.

Salary and Benefits

This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, 5-15 hours per week not to exceed 15 hours per week, $26.87 per hour; Ed Code 88003 authorizes a governing board to hire STNC employees for less than 75% of a school year, up to 180 days.

Please see the current salary schedule at: MLCCD - Salary Schedule

Benefits: The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee.

Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn forty (40) hours of sick leave per fiscal year.

Retirement: This position may be eligible for CalPERS Retirement (contingent upon number of hours worked within the fiscal year)

The successful candidate will support student success and equal access by executing the following duties:

• Plans, schedules, and performs a variety of responsible and technical clerical work.
• Provides general and specific written and verbal information to faculty, staff, students, and the public on college and departmental policies, procedures, and records, referring to other college departments or outside agencies as appropriate.
• Receives, screens, and routes visitors; takes and forwards messages; schedules student appointments for assessment testing, academic, Disability Resource Center, CalWorks, Educational Opportunity Programs and other special populations, counseling, and financial aid advising.
• Provides academic counseling support including checking on transcripts and transcript evaluations providing assessment score results, and providing peer counseling information in the absence of the counselor.
• Assists students in the registration process; processes applications for admissions, checking for accuracy and completeness; conducts on-line registration; processes forms needed to complete the registration process; forwards to Admissions and Records Office.
• Administers placement assessments; reviews scores with students; inputs scores into database; forwards copies to the Learning Center and Counseling Department.
• Distributes photo ID’s and student body cards; prints unofficial transcripts and grade reports as needed; proctors exams.
• Processes Board of Governors Fee Waiver Applications; screens financial aid applications and forwards to the Financial Aid Office.
• Collects fees for tuition, transcripts, community services, ticket sales, and other activities; balances cash receipts; prepares deposits; secures monies.
• Assists with facilities management including scheduling of room usage by both internal and external groups, making maintenance and repair requests, assures equipment is properly stored and the facilities are properly secured.
• Supports faculty in general with accessing college resources (e.g. WebAdvisor, Portal, Human Resources forms), producing classroom materials and communicating with students.
• Assists with budget tracking and other recordkeeping; provides reports as necessary; sorts and distributes mail; orders office supplies.
• Produces, processes, and tracks Purchase Orders (POs) and Personnel Action Forms (PAFs).
• Provides enrollment/registration support for dual enrollment activities; works with Center administrator, and high school and school district personnel to support dual enrollment processes.
• Works as liaison between students and the bookstore as needed to assist in ordering and receiving books for students.
• May work during evening and weekend hours.
• Uses a variety of software and information systems, including Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), Colleague, SARS, and WebAdvisor. Operates office equipment and tracks maintenance needs of copier.
• Inputs schedule information and proofs for accuracy.
• May assist with the tutoring program; assigns tutors to students; reviews and authorizes related paperwork.
• Trains and provides work direction to others as assigned; assists hourly employees with employment paperwork.
• Attends meetings and workshops as needed; performs related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

College Center environment; subject to interruptions and distractions; works alone during evening and weekend hours. Physical demands include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs). Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including by not limited to a LiveScanbackgroundcheckandcompletion ofTBtest.

Preferred Qualifications

AA Preferred

Knowledge of

• Related college policies and procedures
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Word processing, spreadsheet, and data base software and data entry techniques
• Recordkeeping techniques
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, and basic arithmetic
• Receptionist and telephone techniques and etiquette
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to

• Plan, schedule, and perform a variety of responsible and technical clerical work for the assigned Center
• Work independently with little direction; work alone during evening and weekend hours
• Train and provide work direction to others as assigned
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the Center
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Plan and organize work
• Maintain a variety of files and records
• Type at an acceptable rate of speed
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions
• Prepare correspondence, reports and related materials
• Complete work with interruptions and distractions
• Operate a variety of computer software, databases and office equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must possess valid Class C driver's license, and an acceptable driving record. Must have access to personal vehicle (subject to mileage reimbursement) that can safely drive throughout Lake and Mendocino Counties.

Physical Ability To

Physical demands include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs).

Conditions of Employment

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
• MustbefingerprintedthroughDOJandFBIandhavebackgroundclearance;andMusttakeaTBtest (oncehiredandevery fouryearsthereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.
• Mendocino-Lake Community College District is not authorized to sponsor employment visas and be the employer of record for F-1 Visa - OPT extension

The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color. The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population.

Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all.

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date. Human Resources can be contacted at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology. A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success.

The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California. With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center. The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.

With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs. Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small-sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.

Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California’s most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state’s famous North Coast wine country. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.

Check out the local visitor guides to find out more: https://www.visitmendocino.com/ & https://www.lakecounty.com/