Disabled Students' Programs and Services Assistant

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Position Title Disabled Students' Programs and Services Assistant

Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a short-term, hourly position in the Disabled Students' Programs and Services ( DSPS ) Department at Contra Costa College.

Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Recruitment Type: Temporary/Hourly Assignment (Internal and External applicants)

Location Contra Costa College

Posting Number 0002283

# of Openings 1

Range 54

Salary $20.72 per hour

Position Status Temporary

Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible)

Position Part-Time

If temporary, employment duration: 6 months

# of Hours Scheduled Per Week 35

Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Shift Differential % N/A

# of Months 12

Non-work Periods: N/A

EEO Job Category Clerical/Secretarial

Employee Group Classified

Department C1070-DSPS

Position Definition
To schedule and provide a variety of college services for disabled students; and to provide administrative support to assigned disabled student services program.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Disabled Students' Programs and Services Aide - This classification requires some familiarity with the challenges of students with disabilities on a college campus. It is differentiated from the Disabled Students' Programs and Services Assistant in that it is less technically oriented and provides basic clerical support.
Disabled Students' Programs and Services Assistant - Employees in this classification are expected to perform the full range of duties with minimal supervision and have more responsibility for administrative and secretarial tasks.
Disabled Students' Programs and Services Coordinator - Employees in this classification independently perform program implementation and administration responsibilities and is distinguished from the Senior Disabled Students' Programs and Services Coordinator in that it is responsible for the operation of a smaller program area as opposed to larger, more complex disabled student support programs.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs a variety of administrative support functions to assist in coordinating all available services to students with psychological, physical, visual, communications, learning and/or hearing disabilities.
• Prepares correspondence, memos and statistical materials; answers phones.
• Assist disabled students with registration and pre-enrollment; arrange on-campus transportation, special parking, and elevator key.
• Arrange for tutors, notetakers, or any other aids a disabled student might require for class; coordinate the use of equipment and orient students in the use of equipment and materials.
• Assists with the compilation of data for statistical reports, student data reports, student records and files, or material requested by the District and State Chancellor's Office.
• Schedules training programs for faculty, staff and managers; assists faculty as needed in providing information on disabled student services.
• Refers students to other appropriate college and/or community programs and services to meet their needs.
• Assists in the preparation of presentations, written information and other resource materials concerning available college and community services and programs.
• Prepares and maintains records and files related to student contacts and the provision of services.
• Participates in and supports workshops, activities and special programs to provide or promote access to and increased awareness of available disabled student support services and programs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
One (1) year of experience performing progressively responsible program-related administrative duties, working with students with disabilities in an educational setting.


EDUCATION / LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a high school diploma / GED or the equivalent.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Knowledge of:
Policies and regulations related to a disabled student services program.
Applicable laws and statues governing access to disabled students programs and services.
Agencies which serve the needs of disabled individuals.
Modern office procedures, practices and technology/equipment.
Philosophy and objectives of students services programs.
Challenges encountered by disabled students in obtaining college level education.
English usage, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
Basic statistical compilation and other record keeping methods and procedures.
Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).

Minimum Qualification-Skill To
N/A

Minimum Qualification-Ability To
Skill/Ability to:
Assist students in identifying concerns and problems and suggest appropriate alternatives to resolve those concerns.
Assist and communicate with students with a variety of disabilities in a sensitive and effective manner.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports, and confidential materials related to students.
Schedule and perform a variety of support functions pertaining to assigned student support program area.
Understand and carry out verbal or written instructions.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Work independently and exercise good judgment in performing assigned duties.
Keyboard with accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of performing required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications

• Possession of a valid California driver license.
• Ability to drive ADA accessible golf-cart.
• Experience with data entry.

Job Open Date: 05/29/2026

Job Close Date: 06/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:
In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Employee Benefits:
Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).

Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):

POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)
All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant's satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

ADA Accommodations:
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to View email address on click.appcast.io . For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

COVID-19 Information
N/A

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Diversity Statement
It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions


Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Tell us how you meet the minimum qualification of: A) One (1) year of experience performing progressively responsible program-related administrative duties, working with students with disabilities in an educational setting AND B) Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * I have listed all relevant work experience on my application. I understand that additional information included on an attached resume will not be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Other Certification