Counselor: Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSP&S)

Location : Ventura College (Ventura CA), CA
Job Type: Full-Time Faculty: Tenure-Track
Job Number: 2026-00157
Department: VC - Student Affairs
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Under the general supervision of a dean, a Counselor provides comprehensive counseling, career guidance, and advisement services to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of developing and facilitating the attainment of their academic, vocational and personal objectives.

There is one full-time, tenure-track position at Ventura College that will begin during the Fall 2026 semester, pending board approval.
Please note that all academic employees of the District are scheduled depending upon staffing needs as defined within the terms of the VCCCD/AFT Agreement. Nontraditional assignments such as evening, weekend, or off-site assignments may be made with consent of faculty member, management or when special conditions exist on a campus as defined.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK


Established in 1925, Ventura College was one of the first community colleges in California and currently has an enrollment of 14,500 students. Located approximately 60 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara, the 112-acre campus is set in the rolling hills of Ventura - so close to the ocean that there is a clear view of the Channel Islands from several spots on campus.

More information can be found on the Ventura College website.
WHO WE ARE


The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement.
The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work environment for its employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multi-cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to the success of all college students.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.

Representative Duties


Provide comprehensive academic, personal and vocational counseling to students; assist students in developing their educational plans and acquisition of college survival skills; foster academic success to retain students; assist students in the selection of a course of study, major, or certificate program. E


Refer students to appropriate support services, programs, resources, and other professionals based on need and eligibility for assistance; monitor academic progress; and counsel students on academic probation. E


Develop individual plans with students preparing to enter the labor market; identify skill training needs and opportunities for student internship, job search, work experience/work-study and employment. E


Counsel students regarding career choices, goal setting, and decision making; provide information on the matriculation process and program requirements at other colleges or universities. E


Assist in the development of outreach activities to identify and recruit eligible students and facilitate their enrollment in the college. E


Conduct orientation events to familiarize students with the location and function of college programs and services, including the application and registration process, academic and grading standards, college terminology, course add and drop procedures and related rules, and financial aid application procedures. E


Maintain current, accurate records of counseling sessions; assist in compiling statistical data and prepare reports related to program operations, activities, and progress. E


Assist in the preparation of counseling-related publications and presentation of workshops for targeted populations. E


Advocate for students with special needs and collaborate with college instructors, counselors, and other campus and community resources to assist students in the pursuit of their educational goals. E


Assist in the development and implementation of programs focusing on access and retention for targeted populations. E


Provide work direction to others.


Perform related duties as assigned.


E = Essential Duties

Minimum Qualifications


Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.


Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling
OR

Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, student personnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, OR a Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage, family and child counseling AND possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND either 15 or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work related to people with disabilities, OR completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a post-secondary Disabled Students Programs and Services program or in a program dealing with people with disabilities, OR two years of full time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following:

(A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or

(B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfareorganizations in which the responsibilities are for
persons with disabilities

OR the equivalent*; OR possession of an appropriate California Community College Credential.


All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.

If you have competed your education at an institution outside of the United States, please see the section below titled "Foreign Transcripts" for additional information.


*EQUIVALENCY The Ventura County Community College District, in its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position.

Candidates whose transcripts do not list the title of their degree exactly as listed above, but feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to complete and submit the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency with their application for review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee.

Example:
Minimum Qualifications state: "Master's degree in agriculture".
Candidate's transcripts state: "Master's degree in agricultural science".


Since the degree on the candidate's transcripts in the example do not EXACTLY MATCH the degree listed in the minimum qualifications section, this candidate MUST complete the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency in order to be considered. When completing the form, be sure to explain in detail how your qualifications are equivalent to the required minimum qualifications. Do not assume that you do not need to submit a Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency because your degree is similar to a degree stated in the minimum qualifications. Degree titles that are not an exact match will not be considered outside of the equivalency process.

The equivalency review is an independent process for district wide disciplines that is separate from the recruitment process to fill a vacancy. A subcommittee of discipline experts that is coordinated by an Academic Senate President will review the equivalency materials and make a recommendation as to whether or not the applicant demonstrated they have qualifications that are equivalent to those shown in the minimum qualifications section of the job posting. For disciplines that are unique to a specific campus the equivalency may be done by the hiring committee along with an Academic Senate President. Please be aware that the hiring committee may not be able to wait for the results from the equivalency review due to various time constraints and may need to move forward with the recruitment process.


For further details regarding equivalency and the criteria by which equivalency may be granted, please review VCCCD Board Policy 7211 and VCCCD Administrative Policy 7211.

Supplemental Information


SELECTION PROCESS


A screening committee will review and screen all applications and associated materials. The candidates deemed most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the information provided.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
If you need assistance using the online application system please contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at View phone number on click.appcast.io between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.


All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant by the date and time specified on the job posting. Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
1. A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.
All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes are not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of the employment application.
2. Cover Letter.
The cover letter of must include the following: A) the date, your name, and the position and locations for which you are applying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide the screening committee with an understanding of how you will contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD community.
3. Resume


4. Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required)
If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.
5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable)
Please see the section titled "Equivalency" under the minimum qualifications above.
6. Complete official or unofficial college/university transcripts.
Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. Please include a copy of the foreign transcript that was evaluated. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education to search for institutions that are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation. If applicable, an official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon hire.
PAY PHILOSOPHY
Annual salary is based on an eleven month contract. Salary is commensurate with academic preparation and experience for placement on the salary schedule. Maximum advanced salary placement credit for prior experience is 7 steps on the fulltime academic salary schedule. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your eligible dependents.
SALARY RANGE (11 month)


$67,758.90 - $142,281.70
STARTING SALARY (11 month)

$67,758.90 - $118,570.10
ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview process who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, must notify the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to the interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request in an email to View email address on click.appcast.io and include an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.
For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD, including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our Academic Careers page.
Full-Time Faculty Benefits

Paid Holidays and Academic Breaks: Full-time contract faculty work under a negotiated 175-day academic calendar that includes District holidays, academic recess periods, and designated professional development (flex) days. The academic calendar includes seven flex days, including one mandatory fall orientation day and six self-assigned professional development days.

Health Benefits: The District contributes up to the full premium cost of the PPO 90C or Kaiser HMO plan (whichever is higher) toward eligible medical coverage for full-time contract faculty employees and their eligible dependents. Dental, vision, and group term life insurance benefits for eligible full-time contract faculty employees and their eligible dependents are also District provided.

Benefit providers available to eligible full-time contract faculty employees include:

• Medical: Anthem Blue Cross HMO and PPO Medical Plans, Kaiser Permanente HMO Medical Plans, and WABE (for eligible new hires)
• Dental: Delta Dental DHMO or PPO Plus Premium
• Vision: EyeMed PPO Vision Plan

Retirement: Faculty retirement benefits are provided through applicable California public retirement systems, including CalSTRS.

Paid Sick Leave: Full-time faculty members earn one (1) day of paid sick leave for each full academic month of paid contract service. Unused sick leave accumulates from year to year, subject to applicable exceptions.

Additional Leave Benefits: Faculty members may be eligible for bereavement leave, parental leave, jury duty leave, personal necessity leave, sabbatical leave, conference leave, and other negotiated leave benefits in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Learn More: For a full overview of employee benefits, visit the District's Benefits page:
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What are your areas of specialization within the discipline?
02


If you do not currently possess a qualifying degree but you are enrolled in a qualifying degree program, please provide the date by which you anticipate such a degree will be conferred or mark N/A if not applicable.
03


Are you requesting consideration based on equivalent qualifications?
(If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts does not EXACTLY match one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications, you must complete the


Please review the Equivalency section of the job bulletin for more information.

• No, I am NOT applying for equivalency because I already possess the EXACT minimum qualifications for this discipline as listed in the job posting. I understand that by selecting this response, even if I attach the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency, my application will NOT be reviewed for equivalency.
• Yes, I am applying for equivalency AND I have attached my Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency with supporting documentation. I understand that if I select this response and neglect to attach the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency my application will NOT be reviewed for equivalency.

04


Are you currently a Part Time Faculty member with Ventura County Community College District?

• Yes
• No

05


Please list your part-time faculty employment history with Ventura County Community College District or mark N/A if not applicable.
06


If you are meeting the minimum qualifications with a Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, studentpersonnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage andfamily therapy, marriage, family and child counselingOR Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage and child counseling AND possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)AND fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, please list the course titles and course units below and attach transcripts to your application. If this does not apply to you, please type "NA"
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If you are meeting the minimum qualifications with a Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, studentpersonnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage andfamily therapy, marriage, family and child counselingOR Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage and child counseling AND possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)AND completion of six semester units, or the equivalent, of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services Program or in a program dealing with people with disabilities, please list the course titles and course units below and attach transcripts to your application. If this does not apply to you, please type "NA"
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If you are meeting the minimum qualifications with a Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, studentpersonnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage andfamily therapy, marriage, family and child counselingOR Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage and child counseling AND possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)AND two years of full time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following:(a) Counseling for students with disabilities; or(b) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities are for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent, please list if you are meeting with requirement (a) or (b). If this does not apply to you, please type "NA"
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Please review your application materials to ensure you have attached all of the required documents (listed below) to your application:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Complete official or unofficial transcripts - Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications.
4. Letters of Recommendation (recommended but not required)
- If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable)
6. Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable) - Please also upload a copy of the foreign transcript that was evaluated with the foreign degree evaluation. Please also review the list of agencies that we accept the evaluations from.

• I have attached all the documents required. I understand that I will not be able to attach or submit additional documents after I submit my application and I may be disqualified from the process if I am missing any of the required documents.

Required Question