Temporary - Program Assistant - Coast Center

About the role

This is a temporary, non-continuing position at the Coast Center in Fort Bragg, Mendocino-Lake Community College District. The position supports student success and equal access by executing various duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with program manager to develop project management plans based on departmental goals and project requirements
• Aids in the dissemination of program information and/or support services
• Aids with budgetary transactions such as purchase orders, requisitions, PAFs, budget transfers, etc.
• Engages in customer service activities, such as greeting students and/or community members
• Provides administrative support, such as filing, records retention projects, managing mail flow, etc.
• Works with the manager to organize events as necessary
• Aids the manager in maintaining a positive and healthy environment for stakeholders
• Supports and assists with data entry and/or reporting
• Aids in special projects, including but not limited to: audits, promotional events, presentation development

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in an administrative/office environment
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent, with an AA preferred
• Knowledge of program and/or department processes
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Fiscal practices; correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary; administrative/programmatic best practices; computer and software applications
• Ability to demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders
• Follow verbal and written directions; follow through on assigned tasks; operate independently and in groups; conduct self in a professional manner; abide by District policies and procedures

Benefits

The position is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, 10-20 hours per week, $20.34 per hour. Ed Code 88003 authorizes a governing board to hire STNC employees for less than 75% of a school year, up to 180 days. The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee. Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn forty (40) hours of sick leave per fiscal year. Retirement: This position may be eligible for CalPERS Retirement (contingent upon number of hours worked within the fiscal years).