Temporary Program Assistant Art Gallery

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short-Term Non-Continuing Program Assistant to work in our Art Gallery.

This is a temporary non-continuing position. 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.MLCCD - Mission Vision Goals

Under the direction of the appropriate manager assists in the coordination of program activities interdepartmental transactions and stakeholder support. This position will be scheduled approximately 10 hours a week and may work weekend or evening hours.

The mission of the Mendocino College Art Gallery is to:

• Showcase local and regional artists.
• Expose the college community and the broader community of Lake and Mendocino Counties to artists art trends and ideas from other parts of the state and country.
• Provide opportunities for students to prepare present and view their work in a professional gallery setting.
• Present exhibits which support and engage multiple disciplines.
• Expose students faculty and area residents to art that otherwise would not be available without traveling to distant urban centers.
• Help establish Mendocino College as a cultural center and shaping force in the district we serve.

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2. Resume
3. A letter of interest that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position
4. Contact Information for 3 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.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC) temporary hourly position 10 hours per week $20.34 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.

MLCCD - Salary Schedule

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)

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

• 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
• Assist 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

Supervision Exercised:

None

PROGRAM DUTIES:

• Assist Art Gallery Director in setting up and taking down exhibits
• Staff Gallery during open hours
• Takes notes during gallery advisory meetings
• Assists with advertising

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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 use may be required. Occasional outdoor environmental exposure; including but not limited to events and/or special projects.

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/office environment

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma / GED Equivalent AA Preferred

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• 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

ABILITY TO:

• 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 task;
• 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 ABILITY TO:

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 use may be required.

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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

EEO STATEMENT

Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race color sex or gender gender identity gender expression age religion marital status disability sexual orientation national origin medical conditions genetic conditionspregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth)military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases including sexual harassment as well as sexual assault domestic violence dating violence and stalking.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date. Human Resources can be contacted at or via email at .