Counselor, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), Temporary, Part-Time Pool

Position Title Counselor, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), Temporary, Part-Time Pool

Posting Type Wide Distribution

Department EOPS

Campus Ocean Campus

Location 

Job Category Faculty

Salary (Applicant View) 

Rate is set in accordance with the City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule for hourly assignments. Currently the rate upon entry is from $55.71 to $70.97 per hour depending upon placement.

TEMPORARY, PART-TIME POOL

EC §587482

Appointment Type Faculty – Part-Time Pool

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Start Date

End Date

Position DescriptionUnder the general direction of the Counseling Services and Programs Department Chair and the Dean of Student Success, the categorically funded part-time counselor of Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is responsible for providing academic, transfer, financial aid counseling to first generation low income students. The EOPS counselor will work closely with college students to assist them in achieving their educational and career goals. The counselor will provide support to the students to ensure that they are on the right path to achieve their educational and career goals. This position may work in the evening and/or weekend to meet student needs as necessary. This position will be assigned to the EOPS Counseling under the Counseling Services and Programs Department on campus.

Job Duties 

1. Provide academic, career, and personal counseling for students enrolled in the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), in the Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE), and in the NextUp Program in both individual and group counseling sessions.

2. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students.

3. Develop, update, and maintain accurate student educational plans (SEP) and counseling records for students on assigned caseload.

4. Provide EOPS new students orientations, and group counseling sessions.

5. Provide workshops on career planning, personal development, improving college performance and others as needed.

6. Review EOPS/CARE Student Mutual Responsibility contract with student, and interpret EOPS/CARE eligibility standards, admissions procedures and college regulations.

7. Maintain ongoing contact with students assigned to caseload by conducting a minimum of three counseling contacts per semester with each student.

8. Maintain current, accurate records of counseling sessions.

9. Complete letters of recommendation for students for transfer admittance.

10. Assist in the implementation of special EOPS and CARE activities including outreach, retention, academic success, and transfer activities.

11. Coordinate and write year-end summary of an EOPS/CARE component such as orientation, transfer, student learning outcomes (SLO’s), etc., in addition to assigned caseload.

12. Review and determine status and Title 5 eligibility of continuing students on assigned caseload at the end of each term.

13. Connect students with appropriate academic and student support services to enhance student success and timely completion in transferable level English and Math courses, ESL courses, and other certificate, degree, and transfer requirements; support the implementation of AB 705 and AB 1705.

14. Use current and emerging technology and software to provide counseling services such as online counseling and online education plans.

15. Attend EOPS and Student Support Services Division meetings and serve as EOPS/CARE representative on campus committees.

16. Attend regional and state EOPS/CARE meetings and conferences, and participate in professional development activities.

17. Demonstrated leadership skills, e.g. coordinating programs or activities, initiating new services, leading workgroups, etc.

18. Ability and willingness to serve as liaison between campus and community programs.

19. Ability to use current and emerging technologies and various counseling software and tools to provide quality counseling services to students.

20. Participate in departmental and college wide functions such as committee work, staff meetings, professional development activities, curriculum development, and assessment of student learning outcomes.

21. Supports and engages in an innovative culture of culturally responsive, inclusive and anti-racist practices as it relates to student success with an awareness of student equity gaps.

22. Participates in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.

23. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications 

1. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds (Required).

2. Earned Master’s Degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Educational Counseling, Social Work, or Career Development from an accredited institution; or the equivalent;

OR

Hold a fully-satisfied Life California Community College Counselor Credential (California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990).

[The degree major(s) posted on an applicant’s transcript(s) must be exactly as listed above under the degree requirements. Otherwise, applicant must claim education equivalency for the formal educational requirement. Applicants who are currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs that do not award a master’s degree also need to claim education equivalency. The “Faculty Equivalency Application Form” is available on the left side margin. This form will be considered as part of the application materials and must be submitted on or before the filing deadline as indicated on this job posting.]

[If you have previously gone through the education equivalency for this same subject area from City College of San Francisco OR you have obtained the clarification of your “major” from the department chair/dean of the institution you attended in order to meet the minimum qualification for this job posting, you must submit a copy of the information. When attaching this document, please use the “Equivalency Application Form” link.]

AND

3. Have completed a minimum of nine (9) semester units of college course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social, or economic disadvantages;

OR

Have completed six (6) semester units or the equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social, or economic disadvantages.

AND

4. Two (2) years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social, or economic disadvantages.

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• Reference Title 5, Article 5 (Staffing Standards), Section 56264 (Counselor Qualifications), and Article 8 of the California Educational Code

Desirable Qualifications 

1. The equivalent of a minimum of two years full-time verified paid academic counseling experience in a higher education setting, preferably in a California community college.

2. Demonstrated ability and experience working with a diverse student population (historically underrepresented, multi-cultural population in an urban setting, single parents, foster youth, with disabilities, formerly incarcerated, in recovery or rehabilitation, English language learners, educationally disadvantaged, first generation college, low income, etc.)

3. Demonstrated experience writing abbreviated and comprehensive educational plans for students who have a variety of educational goals such as certificates, associate degrees and/or transfer.

4. Demonstrated ability and experience counseling in EOPS or other student support programs in a community college setting.

5. Demonstrated knowledge of EOPS implementation guidelines and relevant sections of Title 5 and Education Code.

6. Demonstrated experience working with agencies and community-based organizations such as juvenile and adult probation, housing assistance, community resources, etc.

7. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and the emerging technologies in the counseling process.

8. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in written and verbal form in a fast-paced environment.

9. Demonstrated proficiency in a language other than English, such as Chinese or Spanish.

10. Evidence of instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.

11. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students.

Benefits 

Application Procedure 

To apply for this posting, start by completing an online Faculty Position Application Form at http://jobs.ccsf.edu. To be considered a candidate for this posting, the following materials must be submitted and received by the Human Resources Department on or before 11:59 p.m. of the posting filing deadline. Substitution of required document(s) is not permitted.

Applicant: Please do not send any application materials to the Department Chair. Human Resources Department is not responsible for any documents addressed and/or sent to the Department Chair.

1. A detailed letter expressing interest in the position, indicating specifically how the minimum qualifications and as many as possible of the desirable qualifications will be fulfilled. Minimum and desirable qualifications are listed in this posting. The letter should also address the applicant’s background and skills in the areas stated in the Examples of Duties.

2. A current resume summarizing educational background, teaching experience, and related work experience.

3. A City College of San Francisco Electronic Faculty Position Application completed in full and applied to this specific posting online. The statement “See Resume” is not acceptable.

4. Three (3) current telephone references within one year of date of application. The list of reference must include current supervisors/employers, colleagues or other professionals and their titles, who have knowledge of the responsibilities/duties specific to this type of position.

5. Copies of transcripts verifying the degrees and majors as listed on applicant’s CCSF Application Form; official transcripts and actual verification of work experience will be required at a later date. [NOTE: Degrees and majors must be posted on transcripts to be considered in the application process. Foreign degree(s) must be evaluated before an application can be processed. Foreign Degree Evaluation sources information is located on the left side margin.]

6. Diversity Statement: Separate from your letter of interest, submit a concise response using only one page to discuss how your course content and counseling methods meet the needs of culturally and academically diverse learners. List classes or professional development activities you have participated in that directly relate to working with diverse student populations. (Note: Substitution of “diversity statement” with a “teaching philosophy” document will be automatically disqualified.)

7. A completed EOPS Counselor Application Supplemental Questionnaire listed under “Supplemental Questions” section. INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the questionnaire. It must be typed and reference to your resume may not be used in place of specific answers to these questions. Incomplete questionnaires will not be considered by the screening committee. You may attach additional pages as necessary under “Other Document 1” tab with your name and job posting number. A copy of Article 8 of the California Educational Code, and Title 5, chapter 2.5 of the California Code of Regulations is listed under “Special Instructions to Applicant” section.

Applicants bear the sole responsibility for ensuring that all application materials are complete when submitted and are received by the Human Resources Department by 11:59 p.m. on the posting filing deadline. Postmarks will not be honored. Emails are not acceptable. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. All application materials become the property of the City College of San Francisco and will not be returned. Application files for this posting will not be considered for other postings.

For additional assistance, please call Human Resources Department at (415) 452-7660.

ADA Statement 

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at (415) 452-7660 to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment 

Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching the requirements of the position will be invited for a personal interview with the Search Committee.

City College of San Francisco requires that new and current employees participate in the Covid Safety Campaign. All employees must demonstrate proof of Covid vaccination. New hires must submit documentation for verification to the Human Resources Department.

Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprinting processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States.

City College of San Francisco reserves the right at its sole discretion to modify or to rescind this job posting at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement 

It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS/HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at (415) 452-7660.

Posting Number AC00145P

Job Open Date 01/17/2024

Application Review Date 

Job Close Date 02/07/2025

Open Until Filled No

Contact 

Lisa Romano

Department Chair

Counseling Services and Programs Department

Contact Phone/Extension 415-239-3675

Contact Email lromano@ccsf.edu

Special Instructions to Applicant 

ARTICLE 8.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES 69640.

Legislative findings and intent; community college extended opportunity programs and services; rules regulations; goals

It is the intent of the legislature that the California community Colleges recognize the need and accept the responsibility for extending the opportunities for community college education to all who may profit there from regardless of economic, social, and educational status. It is the intent and purpose of the Legislature in establishing the Community College Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) to encourage local community colleges to establish and implement programs directed in identifying those students affected by language, social, and economic handicaps, to increase the number of eligible EOPS students served, and to assist those students to achieve their educational objectives and goals, including, but not limited to, obtaining job skills, occupational certificates, or associate degrees, and transferring to four-year institutions.

Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations

CHAPTER 2.5. EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.

56264 Counselor Qualifications.

(a) EOPS “Counselors” are those persons designated by the community college to serve as certificated counselor in the EOPS program and must possess the Community College counselor Credential required by education Code Section 87274, or possess a master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, or the equivalent, and

(b) In addition, EOPS counselors hired after October 24, 1987 shall:

(1) Have completed a minimum of nine semester units of college course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages or,

(2) Have completed six semester units of the equivalent of a college-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses in a community college EOPS program, or in a program dealing predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages and,

In addition, an EOPS counselor hired after October 24, 1987 shall have two years of occupational experience in work relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.

NOTE: Authority cited: Sections 69648, 70901 (b) (1) (B), and 87356, Education

Code. Reference: Sections 90701 (b) (1) (B), 87356 and 87357, Education Code.

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City College of San Francisco will accept applications with all required supporting documentation at any time until the job close date. Screening and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the department desires; a part-time hiring pool or pools will be developed and be in effect for a one-year period from which temporary appointments will be made on an as-needed basis.

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