EOPS Specialist

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a EOPS Specialist to work in our EOPS Department.

This is a full-time Classified position 40 hours per week 12 months a year.

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 direction of the department manager serves as a lead worker for Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) and NextUP; assists students with the application process; determines eligibility and awards; tracks students; prepares related reports.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:

• Position closes: 11/9/2025
• Interviews for selected candidates: 12/4/2025
• Second level interviews for selected candidates: 12/8/2025
• Selected candidates name presented at the December MLCCD Board Meeting
• Selected candidate to start 1/1/2025

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 portalsubmit the following documents:

1. Completed online application
2. Resume
3. A letter of interest that succinctly addresses how your experience and professionalqualificationsprepareyouforthis position
4. CopyofTranscripts(if applicable)
5. Contact Information for 3 professional references (no letters please)
6. Be prepared to answer the following supplemental question during the supplemental questions of the application:If you are selected for this position how will you demonstrate commitment to student success

The successful candidate will support institutional success by executing the following duties:

• Serves as a lead worker for EOPS & associated programs; assists with program planning operations and reporting by providing information suggestions and statistics;
• Interprets and implements rules regulations policies and procedures for associated programs; assures program compliance by integrating statutory changes into the delivery; system; provides related training for staff;
• Coordinates activities; resolves questions and issues; communicates with faculty staff students and other individuals and organizations to provide program information and assistance; may refer students to other related programs;
• Plans and conducts program application workshops for students and parents and orientation sessions for students.;
• Assists students in completing the associated program application process; processes incoming documentation to determine if it is complete and acceptable; determines eligibility and awards; assists in resolving eligibility issues. Screens applications to determine program eligibility and eligibility for other related programs;
• Coordinates the CARE program; determines CARE eligibility of students; reviews and recommends petitions; prepares grant payments. Develops and conducts recruitment and other activities for the CARE program;
• Coordinates the NextUp program; determines eligibility of students; reviews and recommends petitions; prepares grant payments. Develops and conducts recruitment and other activities for the NextUP program;
• Coordinates services with community and county agencies for former and current foster youth; including referrals for housing mental and physical health needs employment and other support programs and services;
• Notifies students of program eligibility; interviews and advises them regarding their rights responsibilities awards academic progress policies and procedures under the associated program;
• Develops revises and maintains computer databases to track students; provides statistical information;
• Order supplies prepare purchase orders budget transfers and other fiscal related forms;
• Prepares and maintains a variety of correspondence reports documents and forms; maintains and organizes records and files;
• Prepares for audits and program review as needed; assists in resolving related issues;
• Answers telephones and assists at the counter in answering questions scheduling appointments completing forms;
• Operates a variety of office equipment including a computer and related software typewriter calculator copier and others as applicable;
• Provides oversight and work direction to student employees and short term non-continuing STNCS; trains and provides work direction to others as assigned;
• Attends meetings and conferences;
• Participates in special Student Services outreach activities as assigned;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Mobility: frequent sitting for long periods; frequent walking and standing; occasional reaching above and below desk level; frequent balancing on varied surfaces.
• Dexterity: frequent fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers write/take notes and feel individual objects.
• Lifting: frequent lifting of papers files equipment and material weighing up to 15 pounds; may lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files documents and computer screens and do close-up work.
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent need to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including but not limited to a Live Scan background check and completion of TB Test.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability geographic and ethnic backgrounds of students staff and faculty.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
AS/AA Degree
Computer Service Experience

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• College services and/or community resources available to students;
• Recruitment techniques and methods;
• Public speaking techniques;
• Verbal and written communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy;
• Interviewing and advising techniques;
• Financial recordkeeping techniques.

• Learn interpret apply explain rules regulations and policies;
• Interview and advise students from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds;
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions;
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
• Read financial and income tax statements;
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Plan and organize work;
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others;
• Meet schedules and timelines;
• Work independently with little direction;
• Complete work with many interruptions;
• Train and provide work direction to others;
• Maintain records and prepare reports;
• Provide own transportation;
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and related software typewriter calculator copier and others as applicable.
  

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee

Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed

Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos social security number birth date age and gender from your application materials.

Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant

Incomplete application packets will not be accepted

Interviews are by invitation only

The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses

SELECTION PROCEDURE

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email and by accessing your applicationprofile.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT(Prior to beginning employment)

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
• MustbefingerprintedthroughDOJandFBIandhavebackgroundclearance;andMusttakeaTBtest (oncehiredandevery fouryearsthereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.
• Mendocino-Lake Community College District is not authorized to sponsor employment visas and be the employer of record for F-1 Visa - OPT extension