Temporary - Program Assistant - Coast Center

Mendocino College • Fort Bragg, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is seeking an equity-minded person committed to supporting a diverse student population for a Short-Term, Non-Continuing Program Assistant position at their Coast Center in Fort Bragg. This is a temporary role assisting in the coordination of program activities, interdepartmental transactions, and stakeholder support, under the direction of a manager. The college values diversity and seeks candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of its students.

Requirements

• Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including by not limited to a Live Scan background check and completion of TB test.
• Must have at least two years of experience in an administrative/office environment
• High School Diploma / GED Equivalent
• Knowledge of program and/or department processes
• Knowledge of verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Knowledge of fiscal practices
• Knowledge of correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary
• Knowledge of administrative/programmatic best practices
• Knowledge of computer and software applications
• Ability to demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to follow through on assigned task
• Ability to operate independently and in groups
• Ability to conduct self in a professional manner
• Ability to abide by District policies and procedures
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Physical demands include sitting, reaching, bending, walking, standing for long periods, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs).
• Repetitive motion based on computer/filing practices use may be required.
• Occasional outdoor environmental exposure; including but not limited to events and/or special projects.
• Must be fingerprinted through DOJ and FBI and have background clearance
• Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.

Nice To Haves

• AA Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with program manager to develop project management plans based on departmental goals and project requirements
• Assists with dissemination of program information and/or support services
• Assist 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
• Assists the manager in maintaining a positive and healthy environment for stakeholders
• Supports and assists with data entry and/or reporting
• Assists with special projects; including but not limited to: audits, promotional events, presentation development
• Additional duties as required
• Supports front desk operations by assisting students and community members

Benefits

• 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 year s.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED