Short-Term, Part-Time Dreamer Resource Liaison

Description

The Santa Clarita Community College District/College of the Canyons is seeking a short-term, part-time DreamerResource Liaisonin the Undocumented Resource Center (URC).
Under the Interim Director, Diversity and Inclusion, the Dreamer Resource Liaison provides assistance in seeking available financial aid, social services, state-funded immigration legal services, internships, externships, and academic opportunities for all students meeting the requirements set forth in Section 68130.5, including undocumented students.

Example of Duties

We are seeking individuals who can:

Create a safe and supportive space for undocumented students.

Assist in referring students to legal, community, financial, and other resources, as necessary.

Partner with campus-wide resources/departments (i.e. Student Health and Wellness Center, Financial Aid, BaNC, etc.) to provide additional support for undocumented students.

Assist with distribution of subsidy cards to eligible undocumented students.

Assist with student events and workshops.

Assist with the center’s social media and marketing.

Assist with the development of mentorship opportunities to enhance student academic and professional trajectories.

Assist with additional educational/leadership opportunities: summer internships, fellowships, scholarships, etc.

Assist in students onboarding process and getting acquainted with URC resources and events Assist incoming college students with their college application, residency forms, and financial aid forms.

Duties may include but not limited to:

Answer phones and direct calls to appropriate staff members.

Schedule appointments and facilitate check-ins.

Maintain resource materials.

Answer general inquiries.

Assist with virtual or in-person events.

Assist with responding to URC emails and social media messages.

Create flyers, social media posts, and infographics to engage with students.

Assist with in-reach and outreach efforts.

Clerical duties as they are assigned.

Travel between Valencia and Canyon Country campus spaces as assigned.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Requirements in order to be considered for the position:

Demonstrated record of professional/courteous customer service.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic communication, and electronic devices.

Further Details

The work schedule is based on event timelines and varies depending on the week’s agenda (averaging approximately 16-hours per week).
The following application materials are required for your application to be complete:

• Online District CLASSIFIED Application form.
• Current detailed resume, summarizing education and experience. Please include month/year dates of employment and descriptions of responsibilities at each employer.
• Letter of interest (cover letter). In your letter, please address your qualifications and experience as they pertain to the job duties, the demonstrated knowledge, and the abilities section of this announcement. Provide specific details and examples of your direct experience in achieving the list of minimum and desirable requirements for this position.
• Confidential Recruitment Source Information (Voluntary Survey). This is voluntary and is part of the online applicant profile separate from the application.

Supplemental Questionnaire. Please provide detailed answers to the following questions as part of your application packet.

Please list your availability for the current calendar year (days, hours, etc.)

What do you think is most important about working in an educational environment?

Please describe your experience working with MS Office Suite software (Word/Excel/Outlook/Access/PowerPoint). Describe examples of how you have used each of them in the workplace.

What top five (5) professional skills do you offer to an employer?

Please describe your experience working in community colleges, universities, K-12 schools, government-regulated agencies or your equivalent experience involving customer service or general clerical duties to assist the public.

Why do you want to work at College of the Canyons in this position?

This is a temporary, hourly assignment and is not part of the classified service. There are no fringe benefits and this position is not represented by any of the District’s collective bargaining units.
College of the CanyonsHuman Resources Office26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355(661)362-3427 hro@canyons.edu
If you have questions about the online application process or need to request a paper application, please contact the Human Resources Office.
Position is offered contingent on funding. We reserve the right to withdraw, extend the filing date, reopen, or delay filling the position. Recruitment may continue until the position is filled. Recruitment is subject to close without notice.
The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law. Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Human Resources office directly at (661)362-3427.