TRIO SSS Program Assistant

Salary: $2,184.38 - $2,908.13 Monthly
Location : Yakima, WA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 26-058
Division: Student Services
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 6/25/2026 11:00 PM Pacific

Description
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.

Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.

We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Are you passionate about working at an institution focused on student success? Do you want to work with colleagues who are leading national conversations on increasing retention and completion? Can you envision yourself being challenged to find innovative ways to address differences in educational opportunities and outcomes for first-generation, low-income, and students of color? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining Yakima Valley College (YVC), an innovative and equity-focused designated Hispanic Serving Institution dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals.

Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for a TRiO SSS Program Assistant committed to fostering a culture of academic success for underrepresented populations. This is a part-time, classified position with a full state benefits package. This position is grant-funded and contingent upon available funding.

TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) is an academic support program that serves approximately 200 low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities. TRiO SSS is part of the Student Services Division.

Reporting to the TRiO SSS Director, the TRiO SSS Program Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the TRiO Student Support Services program. This position works closely with the Director and the TRiO SSS Coordinator to support program participants, maintain accurate program records, schedule student appointments, and assist with referrals to campus resources.
Essential Tasks

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for TRiO SSS participants at the Yakima campus, providing information regarding TRiO program policies, services, activities, and eligibility requirements; perform a variety of program outreach and public relations functions aligned with TRiO objectives.
• Compose and assist with correspondence, program materials, and communications related to TRiO SSS policies, procedures, and operations; edit materials for accuracy, clarity, readability, and consistency with TRiO grant language.
• Schedule and monitor program activities to ensure alignment with TRiO SSS goals, objectives, and federal grant requirements; respond to questions and concerns related to TRiO SSS services and student participation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date TRiO SSS participant records, including eligibility documentation, participation logs, and student progress data, in compliance with FERPA and U.S. Department of Education TRiO guidelines.
• Schedule appointments for students with the TRiO SSS Director and Coordinator; assist students with TRiO-related application, intake, and documentation processes.
• Assist in the preparation of agendas and logistics for TRiO SSS workshops, orientations, seminars, and informational meetings; provide on-site and administrative support during events.
• Generate TRiO-related reports, forms, and correspondence as needed; assist with preparing, processing, and verifying documentation such as timesheets, purchase requisitions, and supply requests in accordance with TRiO grant and college procedures.
• Utilize technology and student-tracking systems (e.g., Student Access, TRiO databases) to support accurate data collection, record maintenance, and reporting, including data uploads and documentation for the TRiO SSS Annual Performance Report (APR).
• Maintain inventory of TRiO SSS equipment and materials (e.g., laptops, textbooks, instructional resources); monitor student check-out and return of items in compliance with program guidelines.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of program improvements and operational changes necessary to meet TRiO SSS performance measures, objectives, and grant outcomes.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as required to support TRiO SSS operations and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the TRiO Student Support Services Program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND
• two (2) years of full-time clerical or administrative support experience,

OR

• an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft…