Temporary - Program Assistant - Anderson Valley

Temporary – Program Assistant – Anderson Valley

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short-Term, Non-Continuing Program Assistant at the Anderson Valley Center campus in Anderson Valley. This is a temporary, non‑continuing position. The position is open until filled.

We are seeking an equity‑minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and faculty within the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values.

Through the Online Portal, submit the following documents:

• Completed online application
• Resume
• A letter of interest that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position
• Contact information for three personal or professional references (no letters please)

Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.

This is a Short‑Term Non‑Continuing (STNC) temporary hourly position, 5 hours per week, at $20.34 per hour.

Benefits:
The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee.

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).

• 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
• Assists 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

• Support student registration
• Collect registration documents
• Assist with distribution of program information and support services
• Provide customer service
• Provide outreach support
• Greet students and community members

Office environment; subject to interruptions and distractions. 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 may be required. Occasional outdoor environmental exposure; including but not limited to events and special projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including a Live Scan background check and completion of TB test.
• Must have at least two years of experience in an administrative/office environment.

Education:

High School Diploma / GED Equivalent, AA Preferred.

Licenses and

Certifications:

None.

• Program and/or department processes
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Fiscal practices
• Correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary
• Administrative/programmatic best practices
• Computer and software applications

• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders
• Follow verbal and written directions
• Follow through on assigned tasks
• Operate independently and in groups
• Conduct self in a professional manner
• 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 may be required.