Temporary - Program Assistant - Covelo Center

Mendocino College; Covelo (CA); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bronze level benefits

40 hours sick leave/year

CalPERS retirement (contingent)

Job summary

Mendocino-Lake Community College District seeks a Short-Term Non-Continuing Program Assistant for its Covelo location. This temporary, hourly role supports student success with program coordination, information dissemination, and administrative tasks.

Under supervision, you will help with project planning, events, budget transactions, and data entry while maintaining a welcoming environment for students and staff. Strong Office skills and HR prerequisites are required.

Qualifications

• Must meet HR guidelines including Live Scan background check and TB test.
• Must have at least two years of experience in an administrative/office environment.
• Education: High School Diploma / GED Equivalent, AA Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects with program manager and develop plans based on goals.
• Disseminate program information and support services.
• Handle budgetary transactions: purchase orders, requisitions, PAFs, budget transfers.
• Greet students and community members as part of customer service.
• Provide administrative support: filing, records retention, mail flow management.
• Assist with event organization and maintain a positive environment for stakeholders.
• Support data entry and reporting; participate in audits and promotions.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Administrative support

Budgeting

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short-Term, Non-Continuing Program Assistant for our Covelo location.

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

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and faculty within the District Mission.

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and faculty within the District Mission.

Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values.

Under the direction of the appropriate manager, assists in the coordination of program activities, interdepartmental transactions, and stakeholder support.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, 5 hours per week, $20.71 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 here: 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's).

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

• Coordinates with program manager to develop project management plans based on departmental goals and project requirements
• Assists with dissemination of program information and/or support services
• Assist with budgetary transactions; such as purchase orders, requisitions, PAFs, budget transfers, etc.
• Engages in customer service activities, such as greeting students and/or community members
• Provides administrative support; such as filing, records retention projects, managing mail flow, etc.
• Works with the manager to organize events as necessary
• Assists the manager in maintaining a positive and healthy environment for stakeholders
• Supports and assists with data entry and/or reporting
• Assists with special projects; including but not limited to: audits, promotional events, presentation development
• Additional duties as required

Supervision Exercised:

None

PROGRAM DUTIES:

• Assist in coordinating specific projects
• Disseminate program information and support programs
• Organize events
• Assist with data entry
• Greet students, staff and community members

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office environment; subject to interruptions and distractions. Physical demands include sitting, reaching, bending, walking, standing for long periods, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs). Repetitive motion based on computer/filing practices use may be required. Occasional outdoor environmental exposure; including but not limited to events and/or special projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including by not limited to a Live Scan background check and completion of TB test.

Must have at least two years of experience in an administrative/office environment

Education:

High School Diploma / GED Equivalent, AA Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

None

Knowledge of:

• Program and/or department processes;
• Verbal and written communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy;
• Fiscal practices;
• Correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary;
• Administrative/programmatic best practices;
• Computer and software applications

Ability to:

• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders;
• Follow verbal and written directions;
• Follow through on assigned task;
• Operate independently and in groups;
• Conduct self in a professional manner;
• Abide by District policies and procedures;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

PHYSICAL ABILITY TO:

Physical demands include sitting, reaching, bending, walking, standing for long periods, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs). Repetitive motion based on computer/filing practices use may be required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment)

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
• MustbefingerprintedthroughDOJ andFBIandhave background clearance; and Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter). 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.

EEO STATEMENT

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.

ACCOMMODATIONS

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].

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

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.

ABOUT OUR COLLEGE

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.

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES

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/