Counselor 

Closing Date: 2/13/2026

Location: San Diego Mesa College

Pay Information: 

Class 1, Step C – Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44– $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT – College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT -Guild, Local 1931 – Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits. 

Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE 

No. Months: 

Position Number: 00120307

FLSA Status: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Position Type: Academic

Bargaining Unit: AFT/College Faculty

Range: No Response

Department: EOPS

The Position: 

From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:

San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for academic positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, staff, and students. As the “Leading College of Equity & Excellence”, we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all of our students. 

As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a world-class faculty, classified professionals, and staff. For 61 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelor’s Degree, to being a lead California Community College in graduating students with an Advanced Degree for Transfer. We embrace the mission of community colleges and are committed to empowering our students to maximize their potential, leading to healthy and thriving communities.

We are adding new staff, classified professionals, faculty, and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, I encourage you to file an application for employment.

The Federal TRIO Programs are educational opportunity outreach programs designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The STAR TRIO program at San Diego Mesa College is funded with a grant from the U.S. Department of Education TRIO Programs. STAR TRIO provides students opportunities for academic development, assists with basic college requirements, and serves to motivate students towards the successful completion of their postsecondary education. The goal of STAR TRIO is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants and to facilitate the process of transition to the four-year university.

Applications are now being accepted for the position of STAR TRIO Counselor Coordinator at San Diego Mesa College. This position will be housed in the EOPS Department and is under the under the direction of the Director of EOPS and Special Programs. Mesa College is located in Clairemont Mesa in San Diego and is one of four colleges in the San Diego Community College District. The STAR TRIO Counselor Coordinator is responsible Coordinating the development, implementation and evaluation of the STAR TRIO program. Counselor Coordinator will provide counseling services, in addition to coordinating the STAR TRIO program.

This is a 40-hour work week (30 on-campus & 10 off-campus), Monday through Friday, 11-month assignment.

While the current vacancy is at Mesa College, applicants should understand that they are subject to assignment at any District facility at the option of the Chancellor. 

Classification Description: 

Desired Qualifications: 

The successful candidate will have achieved:

• Experience to assume a leadership role in coordinating, planning, implementing, and evaluating a student support program.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing academic, career, and personal counseling to students from special populations such as First Generation, TRIO , Foster Youth, Formerly Incarcerated, EOPS . This includes but is not limited to: the initial intake interview, collection and analysis of verification of program participation to determine eligibility for services, development of student educational contracts, personalized case management, individual counseling and group presentations.

• Knowledge, training, and experience that would indicate sensitivity, understanding, and ability to work with special populations, as well as the diverse academic, socio-economic, disability, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Assist targeted students to meet their key needs, with a particular focus on financial aid, housing and community resources.

• Experience and/or academic preparation in conducting assessment, advisement, orientation, and counseling services to a diverse student population.

• Knowledge and experience developing, organizing, and coordinating counseling and student support services at a higher education institution.

• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of student equity and achievement efforts in a community college setting.

• Interpreting and applying policies and regulations within a higher education setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and experience preparing and presenting reports and evaluation of services.

• Experience with budget monitoring and projection.

• Knowledge and the ability to identify students experiencing academic difficulties including monitoring, evaluating progress, and increasing retention.

• Establish and maintain collegial working relationships with students, faculty, staff, administration, community agencies and educational institutions.

• Knowledge and/or skill in the use of computer technology and ability to utilize technology in promoting and enhancing services to students.

• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Foreign Degree: 

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services http://www.naces.org/members.html or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC .https://www.acei-global.org/evaluation-services/. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application. 

Commitment to Diversity: 

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. 

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to résumés or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an “incomplete” application; please enter “N/A” if any section does not apply. 

• Complete online application;

• Résumé;

• Cover Letter; AND

• Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts.

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you’ve written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted. Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via e-mail. All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. 

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments): 

Conditions of Employment: 

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT : 

• Submit “official” transcripts as stated on application;

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND ,

• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. 

Additional Information: 

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS ) upon appointment. 

Posting Number: AC01166

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6882522 

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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