Grant-Funded Access Specialist Pool

Overview

Position Information:
Posting Number PT3349;
Job Title GRANT-FUNDED ACCESS SPECIALIST POOL;
Department Student Engagement and Retention;
Position Type Non-Exempt;
Employment Status Part-Time;
Salary $25.00 / Per Hour;
Open Date 01/27/2026;
Close Date Open Until Filled

Position Summary Information

This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Engagement & Retention and is a part of the Center of Access & Advocacy at the designated campus. The purposes of this position are both to coordinate access to accommodations and services for Del Mar College students with disabilities, process student intakes, and to engage in a collaborative processes that address student retention issues/needs.

• Master’s degree.
• Five (5) years related experience.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Must be motivated, self-directed and have the ability and willingness to communicate effectively with various populations in a positive, courteous and professional manner.
• Exceptional administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to analyze data and implement or recommend effective courses of action.
• Ability to travel between building and campuses.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Student Development/Student Affairs, Rehabilitation and/or Vocational Counseling, Education, Special Education, or related field.
• Experience Working With Students With Disabilities.
• Experience working with at-risk student populations.
• Familiar with local social services and community resource agencies.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

• Review disability documentation of functional limitations to determine eligibility for services and substantiate requests for reasonable accommodations.
• Assess the interaction of the student's disability with the academic environment and develop a plan for the provision of reasonable accommodations to facilitate equitable opportunities.
• Assist students in understanding their disabilities and their rights and responsibilities relating to reasonable accommodations.
• Coordinate communication between faculty, staff, and prospective and enrolled students with disabilities, provide on-going consultation, technical assistance, and training to faculty and staff, facilitating equal learning opportunities.
• Provide support, services, and problem solving assistance to individuals and groups.
• Maintain knowledge of current legislation and national, state, and local issues affecting access for students with disabilities.
• Document, maintain, and review current and accurate case records, notes and related information in electronic and manual files.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in verbal and written communications.
• Analyze information about individuals through interviews, assessments, and records to appraise their interests, abilities, and potential barriers to academic success and retention.
• Provide direct services or referrals to campus and community resources as appropriate.
• Make recommendations to administration regarding policy revisions to improve services to students with disabilities.
• Participate in College-wide, and community activities including but not limited to registration, advising, orientation, faculty/staff professional development, and community events, etc.
• Participate in College committees, councils, and…