Position Details

Classification Information

Classification Title EOPS Program Coordinator Position Information

Job Title EOPS Program Coordinator Position Number FCC585 Location Fullerton College Department FC EOPS/CARE Percentage of Employment 100% Months of Employment 12 Months Per Year Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.) About Us:

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 80,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California’s premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.

What We Offer: Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for organizing and coordinating activities of the EOPS program.

POSITION IS GRANT FUNDED

Essential Functions

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description

Plans, develops and implements procedures and activities for the EOPS program and services.

Coordinates the identification, recruitment and matriculation of potential EOPS students.

Develops and coordinates outreach services, including communication with high schools, colleges and community organizations.

Assists EOPS students in completing applications for college admission and financial aid.

Participates in campus and community events to promote program; prepares and distributes informational pamphlets, brochures, flyers, and letters; assists students via telephone and in person.

Organizes and coordinates peer and paraprofessional counseling program to aid in the retention, placement and transition of EOPS students.

Develops and implements regular orientation and training activities for peer counselors.

Participates in the preparation and monitoring of program budgets; calculates budget projections and reports on actual expenditures.

Maintains a variety of records, logs and student files; prepares periodic and special reports related to program activities and effectiveness; oversees and reviews the preparation and maintenance of confidential student records and files.

Maintains regular contact with EOPS students; monitors academic progress and assist in the resolution of scholastic problems.

Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Working Relationships

The EOPS Program Coordinator maintains daily contact with various District departments, academic counselors, students, local high schools and colleges, and outside agencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives

Knowledge of state education codes and requirements including Title V

Knowledge of government funded programs, especially those designed to serve ethnic minorities or individuals with language, social or economic disadvantages

Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance

Knowledge of basic accounting policies and procedures

Knowledge of record keeping procedures

Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary

Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately

Ability to operate a variety of office machines including computer terminal, calculator, and copy machines

Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to speak a language other than English fluently i.e., Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean helpful

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work

Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Ability to work independently with little direction

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Special Requirements

This position requires a valid driver’s license. Incumbent may be required to travel off site for business reasons. All employees driving personal, leased, or district-owned vehicles for District related activities must certify possession of a valid Driver’s License. Employees must certify that personal vehicles are covered by automobile insurance as required by California law. (Board Policy 6360, Section 4.0)

Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years college coursework in counseling, human services or related field

Minimum two (2) years experience in a related human services field, preferably in an educational program designed for ethnic minorities and/or individuals with language, social or economic disadvantages

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a college or university serving diverse student populations

Familiarity with management information systems (MIS)

Experience using Banner (or similar) software

Experience using Excel (or similar) software to keep detailed records, store and evaluate data, and to create and maintain spreadsheets

Familiarity with Student Learning Outcomes (SLO), and Service Area Outcomes (SAO) to evaluate student success and program success

Experience coordinating grant funded and/or categorical programs in higher education.

Knowledge and understanding of community college student financial aid programs, state subsidy programs (CalWORKs, TANF, unemployment, SSI, Section 8 housing), and other community resources delivering services to high-risk, disenfranchised students.

Experience in working with various community agencies and local resources to provide supplemental services to students who are economically disadvantaged and academically under prepared and to underrepresented populations.

Working Conditions

College or District office environment; subject to sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours). Repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.

Salary Range $4,750 - $5,763 Per Month Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2015320P Open Date 03/01/2019 Close Date 03/21/2019 Special Instructions Summary

This position is grant funded and exists based on the availability of funds. Employment is contingent upon the continuous availability of funds.

This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The applicant selected for the position will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within the same fiscal year or 8 months, whichever is longer.

Applicants must complete the driver’s license section of the application. If not completed, the application will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3).

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of college coursework in counseling, human services or related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related human services field?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * If you answered yes to question number two above, please describe in detail your training or work experience as it relates to this position. If you answered no to the question above, please write N/A as your response.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * This position requires a valid driver's license. Did you fill out the driver's license portion of the application?
   • Yes
   • No, I do not have a valid driver's license.
5. * Describe your experience, training, and/or education which demonstrates your understanding and sensitivity to diversity.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • CalJobs
   • CCC Registry
   • Cypress College
   • Employee Referral
   • Fullerton College
   • Higheredjobs.com
   • Human Resources
   • Indeed
   • Insidehighered.com
   • Monster
   • NOCCCD Website
   • OC Register
   • North Orange Continuing Education
   • Other (list below)
7. Other, please specify.

   (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Transcripts (may be unofficial)

Optional Documents

1. NACES Evaluation of Foreign Degree