Project Specialist

Under general supervision, the Professional Expert provides assistance and support in accordance with assignments and directions from the supervisor. Professional Experts: Have specialized knowledge or expertise not generally required of or found in the classifications established by the District. Must be specially trained, experienced, or competent to perform expert services. Are used on a temporary basis for a specific project or projects. Terms of employment will be described in the Professional Expert Agreement. No part of the Professional Expert role belongs to classified service. Non‑academic, non‑classified short‑term employees are at‑will employees with no entitlement rights to any position in the District. The agreement shall not result in the displacement of Classified personnel. Representative Duties Assist the Supervisor with the planning, development, support and administration of assigned project. Exercise good judgment with a mid to high level of independent judgment; may refer policy interpretation to the Supervisor when necessary. Assist Supervisor with ongoing assessment of the project to ensure it meets the goals and objectives set forth by the District and/or college. Perform varied and highly skilled activities that require thorough understanding of a program and related services, projects and activities. Be responsible for a program with more complexity and impact and highly specialized projects and services. Education and Experience Level I – Work experience and/or training in related job category is required, including valid licenses and/or certifications, if applicable. Level II – Extensive work experience and/or training that is directly related to job category is required, including valid licenses and/or certifications, if applicable. Employment is contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCC Board of Trustees. The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. 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 must comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request. Equal Opportunity Statement Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Coast Community College District