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San Diego Community College District

Student Services Assistant

🇺🇸 San Diego, CA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $5,451 - $5,642 per Month

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ July 23rd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

San Diego Community College District is hiring a Student Services Assistant at San Diego Mesa College. The role involves supporting students and the Admissions Department by handling administrative tasks, adjusting work hours as needed, and contributing to the success of students within a diverse community college environment.

Highlights
  • Provide administrative support in the Admissions Department at San Diego Mesa College.
  • Adjust work days and hours based on departmental needs; regular hours Monday to Friday with half-time options.
  • Utilize computer software including Microsoft Office and student information systems such as PeopleSoft, Banner, or Colleague.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive student and institutional information.
  • Interpret and apply policies, rules, regulations, and procedures related to student services.
  • Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity towards a diverse student and staff population.
  • Compensation ranges from $5,451.00 to $5,641.78 monthly for full-time positions; $2,725.50 to $2,820.89 for half-time, based on a classified salary schedule with strong benefits.
  • Requires submission of official transcripts, tuberculosis exam, fingerprint clearance, and proof of work eligibility prior to employment.
  • Position is classified, non-exempt, 12-month employment, and part of the AFT - Classified Professionals bargaining unit.
  • Supports an equity and inclusion-focused educational environment committed to student success and diverse communities.

Student Services Assistant Full Description

Student Services Assistant
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

  1. Complete online application;
  2. Résumé; AND,
  3. Three (3) references within the application.
Posting Details
 Posting Details (Default Section) 
Closing Date:  | 07/28/2025
Open Until Filled  | No
Classification Title  | Student Services Assistant
Working Title  | Student Services Assistant
Recruitment Limits  |
Location  | San Diego Mesa College
Pay Information  | For position 1.0 FTE
Range 16 ($5,451.00-$5,641.78) per month based on the 2024 Classified salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step K ($5,451.00).

Position for 0.5 FTE
Range 16-($2,725.50-$2,820.89) per month based on 0.5 FTE from the 2024 1.0 FTE Classified salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step K ($2,725.50).

Step placement is non-negotiable. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE:  | 1.0 FTE & .50 FTE
No. Months:  | 12 Months
Position Number:  | 001140, 009856 (.50 FTE)
FLSA Status  | Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
Position Type  | Classified
Bargaining Unit  | AFT - Classified Professionals
Range  | 16
Department  | Admissions

The Position  | From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:
San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for academic positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, staff, and students. As the “Leading College of Equity & Excellence”, we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all of our students. As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a world-class faculty, classified professionals, and staff.

For 61 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelor’s Degree, to being a lead California Community College in graduating students with an Advanced Degree for Transfer. We embrace the mission of community colleges and are committed to empowering our students to maximize their potential, leading to healthy and thriving communities.

We are adding new staff, classified professionals, faculty, and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, I encourage you to file an application for employment. Applications are currently being accepted for Student Services Assistant in the (DEPT NAME), located at (Campus/District Admin Office). Hours are (list days and hours). Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.

Applications are currently being accepted for Student Services Assistant in the
Admissions Department, located at San Diego Mesa College. Hours are M 8 – 5:30,
T-TH 8- 5:15 pm. & F 8 -1:45 pm. The half-time position hours are: Mon – Thu
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours
based on the department’s needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Classification Description  | Click here for description.

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Desired Qualifications  |
Foreign Degree:  | Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Commitment to Diversity:  | 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, faculty and classified professionals.

Click here for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedures
Special Instructions to Applicants:  | To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.
We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Complete online application; Résumé; AND, Three (3) references within the application.
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; AND, Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices. 

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 CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:  | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified 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 California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

Posting Number  | CL01801
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank) 
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application. 
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process. 
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Please describe your experience using computer software programs, including the Microsoft Office suite as well as student information systems such as PeopleSoft, Banner or Colleague. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  5. * Please describe your experience assisting students and/or customers. What is/was the most and least challenging part of these interactions? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  6. * Describe your experience learning and interpreting policies, rules, regulations and procedures; include the types of policies and to whom your interpretation was directed. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  7. * Describe your experience maintaining confidential information/records; include the types of information/records and your level of accountability. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  8. * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. 
    (Open Ended Question)
Required & Optional Documents
Required Documents
  1. Résumé
Optional Documents
San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite, San Diego, CA 92108-3883
(619) 388-6579 | jobs@sdccd.edu