Temporary - Program Specialist - Zero Cost Textbook

Job Title:

Short-Term, Non-Continuing Program Specialist
- Zero Cost Textbook

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short-Term, Non-Continuing Program Specialist
- Zero Cost Textbook to work in our Library, assisting with the Zero Cost Textbook Program.

This is a temporary, non-continuing position. This position is open until filled.

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals and Values at the following website: MLCCD
- Mission, Vision, Goals

Under the direction of the appropriate manager; provides program support and exercises autonomous project development and stakeholder deliverables.

We recommend downloading this job announcement as you prepare your application materials for submission. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the screening committee.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Through this online portal submit the following documents:

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.

SALARY AND BENEFITS This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, up to 20 hours per week, $25.22 per hour;
Ed Code 88003 authorizes a governing board to hire STNC employees for less than 75% of a school year, up to 180 days.

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 s.

The successful candidate will support student success and equal access by executing the following duties:

• Track textbook information for the bookstore, schedule and MIS reporting.
• Communicate textbook information with librarians and schedulers.
• Support faculty with OER (Open Education Resources) accessibility, for example creating alt text, checking closed captioning, etc.
• Work with Excel and Microsoft Office Programs.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities and/or programs

Serves as a liaison between Mendocino College and appropriate stakeholders

Disseminates information on program

Participates in the department meetings, provides information and/or reports on relevant issues

Assists, follows up, and supports stakeholders regarding program processes and sourcing other available programs and services

Prepares and maintains a variety of correspondence, reports, documents, and forms; maintains and organizes records and files.

Keeps all necessary records and submit required paperwork in a timely manner

Operates a variety of office equipment including a computer and Microsoft Office software

Attends required meetings and professional development sessions as directed by the manager

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/educational environment. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AA required, BA preferred LICENSES AND

CERTIFICATIONS:

Employee must possess valid Class C driver's license, and an acceptable driving record. Must have access to personal vehicle (subject to mileage reimbursement) that can safely drive throughout Lake and Mendocino Counties.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Community resources, programs and needs associated with stakeholders;
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; the needs and challenges facing stakeholders; public speaking methods; correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary; effective verbal and written communication skills; recordkeeping techniques; and strong technology skills

ABILITY TO:
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders; understand and interface with a broad range of community partners, agencies and organizations; gain an understanding of other programs/organizations/agencies and their processes; coordinate with internal and external partners in providing access to a full range of services and support; work independently; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;

communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; plan, coordinate, and implement activities; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations using sound judgment; meet schedules and timeline; plan and…