Student Employment Coordinator

MiraCosta College 

For full details and to apply, go to https://apptrkr.com/6160719

Assignment Category: Regular Position

Position Details: 

One regular, full-time, categorically-funded position, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Oceanside & San Elijo Campuses. The regular work schedule will be 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday; some evenings and weekends may be required, depending on the needs of the department. Remote work is possible for up to 2 days per week after successful completion of the probationary period and at the discretion of the supervisor. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation.

The first-level interviews with the screening and interview committee will be conducted via Zoom. The second-level interviews may be in person or via Zoom.

REMOTE WORK : 

MiraCosta College believes that flexible work enables employees to achieve a more successful balance between work responsibilities and family life. The District offers the opportunity to telework (remote work) for certain positions, depending on the operational needs of the District and the provisions of the telework policy. Probationary and temporary employees are not eligible to telework unless approved by the appropriate vice president. No employee is guaranteed the right to telework. No employee shall be authorized to telework 100% of the time; regular, on-campus presence is expected for all District employees on a weekly basis.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT : 

MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high-quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Salary Range: 26

Compensation: Starting at $81,605 per year (range 26, step 1), with annual salary step increases up to step 5. In addition, after five years of district service, employees earn a longevity stipend that increases over time.

Employees must make arrangements to deposit paychecks directly into the financial institution of their choice via electronic fund transfer. 

Benefits: 

MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees.

• The district pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents

• $100,000 life insurance policy

• Up to $250 of benefit credits per month to help pay for a variety of voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and health care/dependent care flexible spending account (FSA )

• Vacation, sick leave, and up to 18 paid holidays

• State pension system retirement benefits (CalPERS)

• Free and confidential employee assistance program

• Wellness Program

• Participation in the District’s Early Retirement Program

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Tuition fee reimbursement

Position Term in Months: 12

Application Procedure: 

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number by 11:59 PM on the closing date: 

1. Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2. A cover letter addressed to the “Screening and Interview Committee” specifically describing how your experience aligns with the Essential Duties and Other Duties.

3. A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

4. Transcripts of college coursework that provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable. If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require an evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

The screening and interview committee will review application materials for up to three to four weeks following the closing/first screening date. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by phone; those not selected for interview will be notified by e-mail once interview candidates have been scheduled.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; 2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 4) fingerprint clearance; and 5) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Basic Function: 

Under general supervision, lead and participate in the work of planning and implementing the delivery of student employment services to students and alumni, including job search and work skills training. Perform related duties as assigned. 

Distinguishing Characteristics: 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Collaborate with Career Center faculty and staff to implement and monitor a case management approach to delivering career readiness and employment preparation services to credit students.

2. Assess students for employment readiness; assist students with preparing for interviews and editing employment-related materials; schedule students for counseling appointments, workshops, orientations, and special events; refer students to appropriate Career Center work­shops, placement,s and/or community resources.

3. Coordinate student employment programs for the district through collaboration with employers, faculty, staff and students; act as a liaison between the student employ­ment program and other departments, businesses, governmental agencies or other educational institutions; ensure students meet eligibility as student workers and compliance with federal and state regulations and district policies and procedures.

4. Develop and maintain proactive relationships with local employers, city and county governments, and community groups in order to build employer database, job postings, and funding opportunities; disseminate infor­mation regarding posting jobs and participation in Career Center services and events; develop and maintain mailing and contact lists.

5. Develop and conduct presentations and workshops related to employment opportunities, employment skills and to promote department services.

6. Recruit students, faculty, and employers to participate in student employment and related events; work with students to find placements related to career objectives; match student workers to jobs related to their majors; orient students to student employment program expectations and requirements.

7. Act as employer primary point of contact; answer and resolve employer issues; assist with developing and implementing a student work performance assessment program.

8. Coordinate the logistics of employment opportunity fairs and Career Center events; lead and liaison with event participants; prepare and produce promotional materials.

9. Solicit employers for job postings and participation in Career Center events; coordinate employment and discipline fairs with faculty; evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts.

10. Maintain employer tracking and employment databases; ensure database integrity and maximize automatic processes.

11. Post and publicize employment opportunities through a variety of means; administer database applications for employment; maintain placement data, including conversions of work-based learning opportunities to permanent employment.

12. Represent the college or department at events, such as college and job fairs, orientation programs, business and community events, and outreach events; serve as lead for job fairs, industry fairs, and Career Center student/employer events.

Other Duties: 

1. Compose and coordinate publication of departmental brochures, newsletters, and other informational material related to student employment, employer outreach, and employer recruitment; research, develop, and write materials such as news releases, fact sheets, flyers, brochures, newsletters, presentations, and speeches; develop and implement distribution strategies.

2. Maintain and update a variety of department and program-related websites and social media accounts.

3. May provide work direction to students and temporary workers.

4. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:

1. Career Studies and Services programs, services, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and practices.

2. Career and occupational resources, trends, and opportunities.

3. Research methods and data analysis techniques.

4. State, federal, and district employment and work study rules, regulations, and other applic­able laws.

5. Direction and goals of a community college student employment program.

6. Policy and procedure development.

7. Principles, methods, and practices applicable to the design and implementation of public relations, community outreach, and marketing programs.

8. State, federal, and campus employment and work-study rules, regulations, and other applicable laws.

9. Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computers and applicable database and software programs.

10. Principles and practices of sound business communications, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

11. Basic principles and practices of employee supervision.

12. District human resources policies and labor contract provisions.

Ability To: 

1. Assign and review the work of student workers and temporary staff.

2. Plan and implement programs and activities in assigned Instructional/Student Services area.

3. Meet with students to determine employment readiness, preparation needed, and eligibility as a student worker.

4. Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.

5. Set priorities and exercise independent judgment within areas of responsibility.

6. Understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

7. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

8. Maintain confidentiality of district and student files and records.

9. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations, and concerned people.

10. Represent the district effectively in public settings.

11. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability issues.

12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Education & Experience: 

To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications: 

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and one year of related work experience in student employment services; or graduation from an associate degree program and three years of related work experience in career services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and may be required to advance to higher levels in the class series.

NOTE : For work experience, one “year” is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months, or at least 2,080 hours. 

Desirable Qualifications: 

Licenses & Other Requirements: 

A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance program. 

Physical Effort: 

The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending, stooping or crouching; occa­sional light lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to travel and/or drive to various locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business; ability to work at a computer station for extended periods on an as-needed basis, involving light, repetitive use of hands, wrists and forearms; ability to view small-font words/ symbols on a computer monitor for extended periods. 

Emotional Effort: 

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and com­munications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established dead­lines and changing priorities. 

Working Conditions: 

Primarily indoor office learning center or classroom environments; subject to frequent contact and interruptions by individuals in person or by phone; intermittent exposure to angry and/or verbally aggressive individuals; may be required to work evening hours on an as-needed basis; may work at any district location. 

Posting Number: S_24/25_068_P

Human Resources Contact Information: jobs@miracosta.edu or 760.795.6854

Job Close Date: 05/12/2025

Open Until Filled: 

First Screening Date: 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 

MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment that affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. The college’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility is expressed in the policy found at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Inclusion-Diversity-Equity-Accessibility.pdf. Click on the following link to view the IDEA website: https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/idea/index.html.

MiraCosta College is committed to creating a racially just campus climate. Individuals and their diverse cultures and identities are welcomed, nurtured, and validated. MiraCosta College takes institutional responsibility for closing the equity gap for disproportionately impacted populations including Latinx and Chicanx communities, Black and African American communities, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, Native American communities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities, veteran communities, former foster youth, adult students, and students from low socioeconomic statuses. MiraCosta will continue to serve all constituents with values rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and community. MiraCosta College’s Mission, Vision, Commitment, and Institutional Values & Goals can be viewed at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/_docs/mcc_mission_statement.pdf.

The college was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI ) in 2013. This significant recognition acknowledges our institution’s continuous efforts to support the academic performance and unique needs of Latinx students, many of whom are attending college for the first time or are first-generation. We are a veteran and military supportive institution and an Achieving the Dream Leader College. The successful candidate will join a campus that exhibits its dedication to all students and faculty through offering robust, culturally-responsive events, including speaker series dedicated to heritage month events through the Social Justice and Equity Center.

About MiraCosta College 

MiraCosta College is one of California's 115 public community colleges. The district operates two campus sites and two centers, and offers a robust online education program. Situated between San Diego and Los Angeles, MiraCosta College benefits from multicultural influences and cultural opportunities. Both students and staff enjoy a friendly atmosphere and the feeling that we are all here to help one another. MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more details, please visit our website at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion.pdf

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