Project Specialist (SC - Student Equity AANHPI)

About the role

The AANHPI Project Specialist provides administrative and programmatic support for a grant-funded initiative designed to enhance the success, inclusion, and visibility of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the AANHPI student success program, including word processing, data entry, scheduling, and preparation of culturally responsive materials.
• Aid in the creation and distribution of flyers, newsletters, digital content, and outreach materials promoting AANHPI-focused events, workshops, and services.
• Serve as a point of contact for AANHPI student inquiries; provide information, resources, and referrals to support academic and personal success.
• Support the planning and execution of educational and cultural events such as AANHPI Heritage Month, speaker series, and community dialogues.
• Assist with program onboarding, student orientation, and support services tailored to AANHPI student populations.
• Maintain and organize resource materials related to AANHPI student advocacy, academic support, and identity development.
• Collect and compile data for reporting purposes as required by the grant and district, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate records of student participation, outreach efforts, and event logistics.
• Collaborate with faculty, classified staff, and student leaders to support culturally relevant practices that enhance AANHPI student experiences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of AANHPI student engagement and equity efforts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Issues, experiences, and diverse cultural identities within the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, databases).
• Best practices in student engagement, outreach, and event coordination.
• Techniques and practices used in student support services and equity-focused programming.
• Methods of data collection, confidentiality, and reporting.
• Public relations principles and professional customer service standards.

Skills And Abilities

• To Provide affirming and informed support to AANHPI students from a range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Develop and implement programs and events that reflect and celebrate AANHPI heritage and student needs.
• Communicate effectively in person, via phone, and in writing with diverse audiences.
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate modern office equipment and learn new software systems as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in handling student data and sensitive program information.
• Work respectfully and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Respond to student inquiries with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
• Exhibit an understanding of and sensitivity to the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds of community college students, with a focus on the AANHPI student population.