CalWORKs Student Assistant - Orange Coast College - 2021/2022 Academic Year
- Employer
- Coast Community College District
- Location
- Costa Mesa, CA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
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Non-academic, non-classified Student Assistants are not part of the classified service. The Education Code prohibits displacement of classified personnel and impairment of existing contracts by either the employment of full-time or part-time students in any college work-study program or in a work experience education program. Student Assistants are at-will employees, have no entitlement rights to any position in the District, and are not benefits eligible.
Student Assistants may not exceed 19.5 working hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Student Assistants may work a maximum of 28 hours per week outside of the fall and spring semesters.
Student Assistants are prohibited from being employed by the District in any other capacity during the same Fiscal Year (July 1 – June 30).
A student assistant works in a particular department of the college or the district site and has job responsibilities specifically designed for a student who has non-classified job responsibilities.
Student Assistants perform duties from unskilled to skilled and/or specialized in a variety of positions that typically require the use of manual, clerical, public contact. The nature of the job may vary from department to department. Assignments have limited use of discretion and judgment. Work is regularly reviewed and may entail detailed instructions. Student Assistant job assignments take into account the class timings and exam schedule of the student and are more flexible than off-campus jobs.
Student assistants have a wide variety of choices and can choose assignments in a department that is aligned with their academic and career goals and interests, as available. Accordingly, the duties and responsibilities will be varying depending on the nature of the assignment. Duties will be determined based on the needs of the position. Description of Duties:• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to inquiries of general and program-related information.• Refer students to available programs and services at the college, as necessary.• Contact students enrolled in the EOPS/CARE/NextUp & CalWORKs programs to inform them of upcoming appointments and events.• Schedule counseling appointments.• Assists with the preparation of workshops and the development of marketing materials.• Support CalWORKs program initiatives, projects, and events.• Other duties as assigned
Skills Needed to Perform Duties:• Basic knowledge of technology tools and software such as Microsoft Office and email• Good communication skills• Excellent customer service skills• Willingness to learn and adapt to providing online student services• Initiative to work on self-directed projects as neededQualifications and Physical DemandsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:
- Student Assistant I: Little or no prior experience or education required
- Student Assistant II: Some previous knowledge, experience, or education required
- Student Assistant III: Prior experience, education, or specialized skills required
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Skills required to perform job assignment.
- Depending on the Student Assistant level and specific job assignment, jobs require limited to independent judgment, and decision making.
- Ability to balance work and studies.
QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Students must be enrolled in classes for the current semester and be an active student with the CalWORKs program to be eligible for a student assistant position under the CalWORKs work-study funding.
Please refer to Board Policy 7270 Administrative Procedure 7270 Student Assistants for additional information.Conditions of EmploymentNon-academic, non-classified Student Assistants are not part of classified service.The Education Code prohibits displacement of classified personnel and impairment of existing contracts by either the employment of full-time or part-time students in any college work-study program or in a work experience education program. Student Assistants are at-will employees, have no entitlement rights to any position in the District, and are not benefits eligible.
- Student Assistants may not exceed 19.5 working hours per week during the fall and spring semesters.
- Student Assistants may work a maximum of 28 hours per week outside of the fall and spring semesters.
- Student Assistants are prohibited from being employed by the District in any other capacity during the same Fiscal Year (July 1 – June 30).
- Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
- The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
- The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:Provide a valid COVID-19 Vaccination card or Vaccination Exemption.Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; ANDParticipate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.Additional InformationAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet. A complete application packet includes:
- Online Employment Application (education and work experience must be filled out)
- Current Class schedule for Academic Year Fall 2021 / Spring 2022 must be attached (PDF file recommended)
If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.
Organization
The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.
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