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Counselor

SDCCD Employment Services

Counselor

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 1/20/2025

Position Number: 00120590

Location: San Diego Miramar College

Position Type: Academic

The Position:

Posting Details (Default Section)

Closing Date: 01/20/2025 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Counselor Working Title Enrollment Services Dreamers Office, Counselor [Restricted] Recruitment Limits Continuation of this position is based upon continued funding from the Dreamers Federal Earmark grant, which is scheduled to end on June 30, 2026. Location San Diego Miramar College Pay Information Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement for Counselor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Continuation of this position is based upon continued funding from the Dreamers Federal Earmark grant, which is scheduled to end on June 30, 2026. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 Job Duration 11 Months Position Number: 00120590 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty Range (na) Position Type Academic Department Enrollment Svcs The Position San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Dreamers Counselor. Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

This full-time, grant-funded position is dedicated to enhancing program development and providing case management support for student participants in the Dreamers Support Office. This position is under the supervision of the Dean of Enrollment Services. It is a restricted, non-tenured counseling role funded through a cooperative agreement with San Diego Miramar College's Dreamers Office, with funding secured through June 30, 2026.

We are a fast‐growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Minority Serving Institution (MSI) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.

The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. Our https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/Research/Rsrch%20Reports/Facts%20on%20FIle/Facts%20on%20File%202020-2021_Final,%20v2.pdf of 14,193 [African American (5%), Native American (

• Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;

• Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;

• Cover Letter;

• Resume; AND,

• Three (3) Professional References listed within the application who will be contacted prior to interview with College President and Vice President.

• Equivalency Request (required if applicable).

• Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable).

• License/Certificates/Credentials (if applicable). Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;

• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,

• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement or http://www.calstrs.com/general-information/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements website for further information. Additional Information: Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment. Posting Number AC01095 Indicate budget number(s)

Major Responsibilities:

Program Organization and Coordination:

• Organize and manage orientations, workshops, and presentations related to the Dreamer Resource Center.

• Prepare and distribute resource materials for Dreamer Resource Center events.

• Maintain daily center operations, including training and coordinating staff schedules and work direction.

Student Support and Counseling:

• Serve as the main contact for current and prospective undocumented students.

• Provide individual and group counseling across in-person and virtual platforms.

• Facilitate access to Academic and Career Pathways to help students define their goals.

• Identify potential challenges and connect students with necessary resources.

• Provide a high level of close collaboration and coordination with several key departments, including Counseling, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Outreach/Retention, to ensure effective communication and the alignment of goals, processes, and resources across these areas.

Outreach and Recruitment:

• Promote Dreamer Resource Center services through outreach to local undocumented communities.

• Conduct outreach efforts to prospective undocumented students.

Data Management and Funding:

• Collect and analyze data related to student success, engagement, and Dreamers program outcomes.

• Identify funding opportunities aligned with supporting undocumented student experiences.

• Monitor and report on program budgets.

Policy & Legal Interpretation and Collaboration:

• Interpret policies and legislative updates related to undocumented students at the college, district, state, and federal levels.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners to support students.

Meetings and Miscellaneous Duties:

• Actively participate in college and district meetings.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling,

OR the equivalent

(NOTE: A bachelor's degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

Desired Qualifications:

Student Support and Counseling:

• Experience coordinating student retention and success initiatives with a strength-based, identity-focused approach.

• Familiarity with academic and career counseling specific to undocumented students.

• Skills in facilitating individual and group counseling sessions.

Program Development and Implementation:

• Experience in planning and implementing student programs and workshops.

• Knowledge of equity-minded practices for student success.

Data and Budget Management:

• Proficiency in managing budgets and tracking program metrics.

• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on data analysis and reporting.

Communication and Relationship Building:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse student populations.

• Experience building collaborative relationships across departments and with community partners.

Technology Proficiency:

• Proficiency in using technology to enhance student services.

• Familiarity with systems for data management and student tracking.

Licenses:

Pay Information:

Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Continuation of this position is based upon continued funding from the Dreamers Federal Earmark grant, which is scheduled to end on June 30, 2026.

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/5883908

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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