Student Personnel Service Specialist (Grant Funded) - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Class Purpose

This vacancy is open ONLY to current regular and hourly employees who are members of SEIU Local 1021. Positions assigned to this classification are professional level positions which support and are funded by a categorically funded program/project. Continuation of the position is contingent upon refunding of the program/project.

Examples of Duties

• Provides technical and clerical support for all assessment activities.
• Counsels students on career objectives and developing job-ready attitudes.
• Develops job opportunities and assists with actual job placement of students.
• Assists in preparing and maintaining various College, District, and State reports.
• Attends college and District meetings related to matriculation.
• May supervise clerical and student assistants.

Minimum Qualifications

• Recruitment and Outreach: Two years of experience in advising or working with young adults and adults in an educational or social work setting; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
• Orientation and Assessment: Two years of experience in working with young adults and adults in an educational setting with assessment/placement procedures and testing instruments; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers utilizing word processing, spreadsheets and database management software programs (e.g., MS Office Suite, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access and MS PowerPoint) and the Internet browser, websites and e-mail.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Supplemental Information

• IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS - Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. - The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate “See Resume”. - Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply. - The following documents are required for this position: 1. Resume 2. List of three references An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.- Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. - Please note, the District’s preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. - The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and may be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification. New employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Marshniel Chandra at mchandra@peralta.edu.
• Peralta Community College District offers a competitive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits through CalPERS or CalSTRS, paid leave, and other employee wellness programs. Benefits eligibility and coverage vary by position and employment status. - For more information, please visit our Benefits Information Webpage.