Salary Range: $79,579.85 - $130,926.00/11-month academic year, depending upon education and experience (Effective 7/01/2024, $82,763.04 - $136,163.04)

Job Type:

Job Number: AC23-00817

Location: Santa Ana, CA

Division: SAC Counseling Division

Closing: 3/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Description


RESPONSIBILITIES
Counselors provide academic, career and personal counseling by assisting current and prospective students with course and program information, career exploration, educational planning, career selection, and the identification and exploration of personal concerns. They provide assessment opportunities and use the results in helping students with course and program selection. Counselors may teach courses as assigned by the Dean of Counseling. They provide assistance to students on academic probation and assist in the monitoring of student progress with emphasis in helping students to achieve their educational goals. When appropriate, they refer students to other student services programs or community resources. They may participate in staff development and in-service training activities. They perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSRequirements
Minimum Qualifications (Applicants must meet one of the following):

• Possess from an accredited institution: A master's degree 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
• A bachelor's degree in one of the above listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), OR
• Possess a valid California Community College credential; OR
• The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the application form.)
  • Any master's degree or higher and 30 graduate units completed in the discipline.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in counseling and teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and widely varying levels of proficiency preferred.
• A working knowledge of and experience with student learning outcomes and assessment.
• Knowledge of the California Community College Athletic Association mandates.
• Knowledge of NCAA Academic eligibility requirements.
• Experience providing student advisement on CCCAA, NCAA and NAIA bylaws and legislation.
• Recent experience providing academic counseling to student-athletes. Bilingual ability (Spanish or Vietnamese preferred).

ABOUT RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.
EEO STATEMENT
The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged.
SELECTION CRITERIAApplication ScreeningIn addition to the specific requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Educational experience breadth and depth
• Work experience breadth and depth
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Curriculum development
• Program development
• Community involvement
• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic community
• Credential or minimum qualifications authorizing service in other areas of need
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Bilingual ability in Spanish or Vietnamese preferred.

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.
Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.
InterviewApplicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

• Oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem-solving skills
• Successful teaching, problem-solving, or performance demonstration
• Writing skills/demonstration

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance.
Application ProceduresTo ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District Online application that includes the items listed below by the position's closing date. Human Resources will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.
A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

• RSCCD Online Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience
• Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)

Travel reimbursement is available to those meeting the established district criteria.
Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States-based credentials evaluation service, must translate and evaluate Foreign transcripts.
Conditions of EmploymentThe selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process:

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam.
• Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)
• Submit official transcripts. Submit official verification of employment letters.