Disabled Students’ Programs and Services Assistant
Job Description
Position Title
Disabled Students’ Programs and Services AssistantSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Yearly: $59,268.00 (step1) – $72,204.00 (step 5)
This position supports working in both Brentwood Pittsburg campus locations.
Our Vision for Social Justice
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
Recruitment Type:
Open (Internal and External applicants)Location
Brentwood CampusPosting Number
0002100# of Openings
1Range
54Salary
YEARLY: $59,268.00, step1 - $72,204.00, step 5 (see special instruction for initial step placement)Position Status
PermanentOvertime Status
Non-Exempt (eligible)Position
Full-TimeIf temporary, employment duration:
N/A# of Hours Scheduled Per Week
40Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
8:30 am — 5:00 pm (BRT 140)
Shift Differential %
N/A# of Months
12Non-work Periods:
N/AEEO Job Category
Clerical/SecretarialEmployee Group
ClassifiedDepartment
L1070-DSP&S ProgramPosition Definition
Distinguishing Characteristics
Disabled Students’ Programs and Services Assistant – Employees in this classification are expected to perform the full range of duties with minimal supervision and have more responsibility for administrative and secretarial tasks.
Disabled Students’ Programs and Services Coordinator- Employees in this classification independently perform program implementation and administration responsibilities and is distinguished from the Senior Disabled Students’ Programs and Services Coordinator in that it is responsible for the operation of a smaller program area as opposed to larger, more complex disabled student support programs.
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Performs a variety of administrative support functions to assist in coordinating all available services to students with psychological, physical, visual, communications, learning and/or hearing disabilities.
Prepares correspondence, memos and statistical materials; answers phones.
Assist disabled students with registration and pre-enrollment; arrange on-campus transportation, special parking, and elevator key.
Arrange for tutors, notetakers, or any other aids a disabled student might require for class; coordinate the use of equipment and orient students in the use of equipment and materials.
Assists with the compilation of data for statistical reports, student data reports, student records and files, or material requested by the District and State Chancellor’s Office.
Schedules training programs for faculty, staff and managers; assists faculty as needed in providing information on disabled student services.
Refers students to other appropriate college and/or community programs and services to meet their needs.
Assists in the preparation of presentations, written information and other resource materials concerning available college and community services and programs.
Prepares and maintains records and files related to student contacts and the provision of services.
Participates in and supports workshops, activities and special programs to provide or promote access to and increased awareness of available disabled student support services and programs.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
One (1) year of experience performing progressively responsible program-related administrative duties, working with students with disabilities in an educational setting.
EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a high school diploma / GED or the equivalent.
Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Policies and regulations related to a disabled student services program.
Applicable laws and statues governing access to disabled students programs and services.
Agencies which serve the needs of disabled individuals.
Modern office procedures, practices and technology/equipment.
Philosophy and objectives of students services programs.
Challenges encountered by disabled students in obtaining college level education.
English usage, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
Basic statistical compilation and other record keeping methods and procedures.
Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
Minimum Qualification-Skill To
Minimum Qualification-Ability To
Assist students in identifying concerns and problems and suggest appropriate alternatives to resolve those concerns.
Assist and communicate with students with a variety of disabilities in a sensitive and effective manner.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports, and confidential materials related to students.
Schedule and perform a variety of support functions pertaining to assigned student support program area.
Understand and carry out verbal or written instructions.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Work independently and exercise good judgment in performing assigned duties.
Keyboard with accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of performing required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Desirable Qualifications
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively use technology and online services such as Colleague, disability record keeping software, Canvas, Zoom, scheduling software or other student information software
- Experience conducting outreach and other workshops for individuals with disabilities
Job Open Date:
11/15/2024Job Close Date:
12/18/2024Open Until Filled
NoForeign Degree and Credit Statement:
Employee Benefits:
Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:
Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf
Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
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