Transfer Center Specialist (In House Only)

(ON-CAMPUS - In-Person Position)

Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws.
2. Knowledge of principles methods and techniques of population based assessment planning major requirements and guided pathways.
3. Knowledge of transfer policies requirements philosophy and planning that supports transfer student success.
4. Knowledge of transfer criteria timeline CSU-UC-and Private CA application process and procedures.
5. Knowledge of current transfer requirements from the UC CSU CA Private and Out-of-State Schools Guided Pathways Transfer Center Directories and best practices for transfer in Higher Education.
6. Knowledge of FERPA.
7. Knowledge of District organization operations policies and objectives.
8. Knowledge of correct English usage grammar spelling punctuation and vocabulary.
9. Knowledge of record keeping procedures.
10. Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance.
11. Knowledge of appropriate software and databases.

Abilities
1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to accurately take and transcribe notes and/or meeting minutes/recollections.
3. Requires the ability to learn interpret explain and apply knowledge of College and department organization operations programs functions special terminology used in the organization unit and labor agreements to relieve an administrator or program director of a variety of administrative details.
4. Requires the ability to learn and apply techniques for curriculum development processes and recording and monitoring faculty workload information and processing payroll transactions.
5. Requires the ability to prepare spreadsheets graphs and charts.
6. Requires the ability to learn and enter import and export data to and from databases and college information systems within a reasonable time frame.
7. Requires the ability to plan organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and timelines.
8. Requires the ability to maintain confidentiality of private and sensitive information.
9. Requires the ability to communicate with faculty students staff and the public using patience and courtesy and in a manner that reflects positively on the College.
10. Requires the ability to maintain productive and cooperative working relationships with others.
11. Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities.
12. Ability to establish and maintain professional and collaborative working relationships with members of a diverse community including employers students community college faculty staff and administrators and state and local government agencies.
13. Ability to interpret apply and explain transfer education codes transfer policies and procedures internally and externally.
14. Ability to assess analyze implement and evaluate research project activities on transfer.
15. Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
16. Ability to plan organize and prioritize work.
17. Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
18. Ability to work independently with little direction.
19. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
20. Ability to communicate efficiently both orally and in writing.
21. Ability to supervise train and provide work direction to others.
22. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Physical Abilities
1. The general physical demands working conditions and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) the District shall engage in a timely good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who because of their disability are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

AND

Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial ethnic disability gender identity sexual orientation socioeconomic academic and cultural diversity within the community college student population including students with different ability statuses (e.g. physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices within the classroom and college community.

Note: D.E.I.A. - Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility and Anti-RacismThe Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College Golden West College and Coastline) continues to strengthen our efforts around diversity equity inclusion access and anti-racism. The Coast Community College District is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable diverse inclusive and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility) and will be actively listening assessing and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application recruitment and interview process.

Note:Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This is a permanent general funded full-time 12-months per year classified position. (The District reserves the right to extend modify or eliminate this position based upon available funds.) The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends if necessary to meet the departments needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical dental and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee. (Salary Schedule: EE-117)
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies procedures and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 ) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students staff administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Districts strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Pay Philosophy:
Coast Community College District through policies practices and other benefit programs delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity inclusion and workforce general it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees. Application Requirements:
Application materials must be electronically submitted online at to be considered for employment.

Incomplete applications application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. Responses toSupplemental Questions(please provide clear and detailed responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume put see resume or N/A or leave blank).
3. A Cover Letterhighlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualifications including your demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity Equity Inclusion Access). (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
4. A Current Resumeof professional and educational background and experience (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).

Submit an application online at:
Community College District Human Resources
1370 Adams Avenue Costa Mesa CA 92626

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.438.4716.

*Note: We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility) and will be actively listening assessing and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application recruitment and interview process.

Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. If you do not know an answer please indicate so but do not leave any space blank.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Any documents that you are unable to attach can be emailed to Emails must clearly indicate the job you are applying to and your full name.

Selection Procedure

• All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation will be invited to an interview.
• If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process this will be done so at the candidates own expense.
• During the interview candidates may be asked to conduct a short oral demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise or hands-on practical.
• Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience including but not limited to professional development ability to work with others and commitment to meet student needs.
• The search committee will rate the candidates responses to the interview questions the demonstration/presentation and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
• The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
• The start date will be determined based on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the Colleges recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline re-advertise the position or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies procedures and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students staff administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidates expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; (Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.) AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness promotes mutual understanding and respect and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin ancestry sexual orientation marital status medical condition physical or mental disability military or veteran status or genetic information.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline CollegeGolden West CollegeandOrange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer general education occupational/technical education community services and student support services.

Since its founding in 1947 the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District Title IX (For more information on Title IX click here)

Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety provides the crime statistics for calendar yearsand 2024 which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.

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