Student Success Specialist- Upward Bound- Contingent on Funding

Salary : $67,745.60 - $88,379.20 Annually
Location : 380 East Aten Road, Imperial, CA
Job Type: Classified Regular
Job Number: 26-066
Division: Upward Bound
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Representative Duties

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, coordinates student success and support related programs; assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of support programs and services; assists in planning and coordinating activities for students.


DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The incumbent in this classification performs responsible and varied work involved with planning, promoting, and implementing Student Success. The work requires extensive interaction with participants/students, faculty, staff, and others. The incumbent must possess well-developed organizational skills and specialized technical knowledge related to the provisions of student support services.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

The following duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be restricted or construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of individuals so classified.


1. Plan, organize, and coordinate student success and support program activities. Provide support in ensuring coordination and training for all the components of student success.


2. Assist students with college application and to obtain resources to support student success.


3. Assist in budget development and coordination; assist and prepare required reports; assist in program review and strategic planning.


4. Provides leadership for student intervention programs. Participate and monitor systems to provide and track support services for students. Train staff to provide student support-related services.


5. Assist in ensuring compliance with and implementation of student services related regulations, policies, and procedures. Assist in maintaining databases; ensure services provided to students follow district and state regulations, policies, and procedures.

6. Provide training and supervision to student and temporary employees.


7. Assist in the facilitation of college programs focused on student success. Provide orientation activities for programs and services.


8. Assist with professional development activities. Provide workshops and activities for students. Participate in meetings and on committees as assigned.


9. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, education, or related fields and two (2) years of related experience or the equivalent.

IMPORTANT: To be considered for the position applying for, applicants must submit the required items by the deadline, which include: online IVC application, current resume, and ALL unofficial transcripts (transcripts must show degree was awarded or conferred with a completion date). All attachments will be uploaded into the online application. Applications which do not include all of the required materials will not be forwarded to the screening committee for consideration. Materials submitted become property of the District and will not be returned, copied, or considered for other openings.

Supplemental Information
RANGE 21 ON THE CLASSIFIED SALARY SCHEDULE . Initial salary placement is normally at Step 1, no higher than Step 3. Please click here to review current salary schedule.

IMPORTANT:

• First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by May 11, 2026, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point
• All application communications, including interview invitations, are sent through our applicant tracking system (NeoEd). Applicants are responsible for regularly monitoring their NeoEd account and ensuring that their contact information (including email address and phone number) is accurate and up to date. Failure to respond to interview invitations or other time-sensitive communications within the specified timeframe may result in removal from further consideration for the position. Due to the volume of applications received, candidates who do not respond may be considered withdrawn (no-show), and interview opportunities may be extended to other qualified applicants.

For Additional inquiries please contact: Gina Snow
HR Recruiter
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Email:

EEO Information


Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Employer/employee paid medical coverage options, dental, vision, and life insurance. For additional information, click


Earned annual sick leave.


Earned annual vacation leave for classified and confidential classified employees.

Enrollment in a California Retirement System.
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Please answer the following questions specifically and completely. These supplemental questions will be used with other application materials to screen applicants for interview. Applicants should submit at least one well-developed paragraph for each of the supplemental questions. Answers should be thoughtful, substantive, carefully edited and may be much longer than one paragraph. If your response exceeds the maximum 600 character limit, you may continue your response by attaching an additional typed document. Please make sure to identify the questions by number. I have read and understand the above statements.

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Supplemental Question A: What in your background and experience make you particularly well suited for this position at Imperial Valley College?
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Supplemental Question B: How do you define Diversity? Please share an example of how your personal and professional experience have informed your perspective on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). How do you plan to integrate DEIA in your position?
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Supplemental Question C: Discuss your experience working with diverse populations. How do you encourage and empower individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals? Please provide examples to help us better understand.
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