Program Services Coordinator

Posting Details

Position Information Posting Number S Position Title Program Services Coordinator (Temporary) Location Cañada College Department Science & Technology CAÑ (DEPT) Position Number 3CC Percentage of Full Time % FLSA Non-Exempt (accrues overtime) Months per Year other If other, please specify Min Salary $39.51 (hourly) Max Salary $50.41 (hourly) Position Type Classified, Temporary Posting Text Who We Are The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District’s Strategic Plan, “success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals.” The District’s is focused on “Student Success, Equity and Social Justice.” We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences — emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at San Mateo County Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners.

The College and the District Cañada College is part of the San Mateo County Community College District and is designated as both a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI), enrolling approximately 10, students each academic year. Cañada College has a diverse student population that reflects the communities that it serves. For more than 50 years, Cañada College has provided enriching educational opportunities for the residents of San Mateo County. With the support and guidance from award-winning faculty and staff, residents can pursue certificates and degrees for career training or for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Cañada College offers hundreds of day, evening, and weekend courses in more than 40 quality instructional programs with a variety of innovative student support services. Detailed information about the student population, including data related to student success, can be found on website.

Who We Want We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. The San Mateo County Community District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals.

The Position Under direction, the Program Services Coordinator assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of services, such as student recruitment, orientation, job skills assessments and job placement, special events, tours, individual and specialized programs and other support for current and potential program participants. Public contact is extensive and can include students, staff, other educational institutions, community and business representatives, governmental agencies and the general public, for the purpose of exchanging program information and services. A high degree of independent judgment and creativity are required to adequately represent the college and program, to serve as a technical resource person for the program, and to design original program components and services. Consequences of errors in judgment can be costly in public relations and in employee time; however, management controls limit the risk of more serious consequences. The Program Services Coordinator can lead the work of student assistants, proctors, and other staff as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification. Exchanges information with students, staff, other educational institutions, community and business representatives, vendors, governmental agencies and the general public regarding a variety of college programs, services, eligibility requirements, policies, timelines, required forms and other information Travels to various off-site locations to confer with high schools, community service organizations,governmental agencies, businesses and other entities, and to recruit students into a college program Makes presentations to small and large groups as a program and college representative Participates in planning and implementation meetings with college and outside groups and representatives Plans, conducts, and participates in tours, job fairs, and program services in conjunction with management, faculty and other staff Coordinates logistics and establishes timelines, required materials, online support services, facilities, publicity, and other program and event needs Plans joint events with other college departments and programs, and with outside business and community representatives Serves as liaison between student program participants and various instructional and student services departments Interprets language on student forms and printed information Refers students to community, business, governmental, and other resources Conducts follow-up to determine student needs and available program services Directs and coordinates the work of student assistants, test proctors, and other staff as assigned Assists students in determining existing job skills and the skill requirements of various career opportunities Coordinates the administration of career assessments and diagnostic surveys Meets with potential employers to identify current and future job placement opportunities, and to develop and modify jobs to provide suitable employment for students and other program participants Coordinates introductions and follow-up for student job placements Refers students to career and other counselors, instructional programs and to other college offices as appropriate Researches and compiles statistical, narrative, financial, demographic and other data for regular and special reports to track program participation, recruitment effectiveness, student follow-up, retention and transfer rates, program evaluation criteria, career resources and job availability, employer profiles, and other information Enters, modifies, and retrieves online data Uses a variety of software to compose, format and prepare correspondence, memoranda, publicity materials, surveys, brochures, flyers, bulletins, reports, presentations, and other materials Sets up and maintains confidential and other files Plans and coordinates lay-out, graphics, photography and other artwork, editing, printing, multimedia enhancements, web page information, distribution and other services in conjunction with other staff, students and/or vendors as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sociology, human resources, or a closely related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Successful experience of increasing responsibility in an education, social services, human resources or related area Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff Experience with program planning, implementation and evaluation Experience with training and leading the work of others Experience with research, formatting, assessment and preparation of data for reports and other materials Experience with the use of a variety of computer software to track and monitor data Demonstrated skills in oral and written communication, including public speaking Demonstrated skill in multi-tasking, prioritizing workloads, and working independently Demonstrated skill in working as part of a team Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of specific program and related college services available to students and other potential participants Knowledge of applicable and available community, business, governmental, and educational resources Skill in oral communication, including public speaking Skill in written communication Skill in short- and long-range program and event planning, program and event implementation, coordination, and evaluation Skill in interviewing, assessment, and evaluation Skill in sensitive, respectful and effective communication with people from diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and efficient working relationships Skill in research, compiling, and formatting a variety of data for reports Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and web-based content management systems Ability to work effectively as part of a customer service team Physical Requirements This classification requires individual, small and large group interaction; patience, tact and sensitivity; good memory and attention to details; multiple-tasking and prioritization; flexibility and adaptability; data analysis and comparison; oral and written communication; and team work in order to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications Benefits Due to the temporary nature of this position, benefits are not included.

Posting Detail Information Open Date 03/28/ First Review Date 04/11/ Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Required Application Materials
All applicants are required to submit:

1. A completed online District application form (go to to complete the application and to apply for this position).

2. A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience.

3. A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant’s cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff as well as the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement.

Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills, and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills.

For questions related to this posting, please contact:
SMCCCD Office of Human Resources
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Conditions of Employment Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions)

2. Submit verifications of prior employment

3. Satisfactory references

4. Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process
In addition to background checks, the District may review publicly available information about a candidate on the Internet. If a candidate is aware of incorrect or inaccurate information that is available on the Internet, the candidate is welcome to address such an issue with the Office of Human Resources.

5. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States

6. Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees

7. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.

8. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying.

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