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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level class within the Medical Assistant series. Employees within this class are distinguished other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including assuming responsibility for coordinating and overseeing the front and back-office activities of the HWC/SHC, serving as the functional and technical office lead, and serving as the primary contact person for problems and issues related to office activities and functions. Employees at the Senior Medical Assistant level is required to be fully trained in all procedures and fully aware of all policies related to the assigned area of responsibility.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Assume responsibility for the front and back-office functions of the HWC/SHC at an assigned campus; ensure appropriate staffing and optimum services to students, staff, faculty, and visitors to the college; participate in developing and updating policies, procedures, and standard orders; prioritize office clerical assignments and projects.

Participate in the administration of the assigned HWC/SHC; maintain records and prepare reports related to HWC/SHC activities; design and revise forms for efficient office use; update forms to comply with current health laws and CDC directives.

Participate in the planning and coordination of HWC/SHC programs, activities, and clinics, using knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.

Coordinate and participate in communications with outside agencies, including health care providers and EMS personnel, as necessary to maintain professional HWC/SHC operations; coordinate outside laboratory billing processes; communicate with healthcare agencies regarding current services and appropriate referral information; contact drug company representatives to request prescription samples; coordinate emergency personnel as directed.

Provide medical assistance to registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and medical doctors using universally accepted procedures; administer basic comfort measures to injured and ill persons, assist in performing medical observations and screening tests; reinforce RN/NP/PA/MD teaching and instructions; prepare and maintain examination rooms and other areas by cleaning and setting up equipment, keeping rooms stocked with supplies, and preparing examination tables; obtain patient vital signs such as temperature, weight, blood pressure, and pulse; assist with physicals; provide medications and injections as directed; sterilize instruments and other medical equipment; draw blood for completion of ordered tests; collect specimens; clean and dress wounds; assist medical personnel with emergency care and equipment, administer first aid, CPR and AED, when necessary; contact/print laboratory and/or diagnostic imaging services for patient test results; implement policies and procedures for disinfection and handling of contaminated waste or equipment; follow standardized precautions when handling hazardous waste.

Serve as initial contact for assigned area; provide a high level of customer service; greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and the general public; respond to routine questions and requests for information; convey messages; refer callers to appropriate staff for further assistance as needed; communicate information where judgment and knowledge of policies and procedures are required.

Acknowledge and greet students and other individuals visiting the HWC/SHC; determine nature of visit and initiate appropriate course of action; determine the status of patients and their eligibility for health services; assist in establishing and implementing procedures for the reception and flow of students, including screening and prioritizing student needs in both routine and urgent situations; explain appropriate office and clinic procedures; review Notice of Privacy Policy with all health center visitors; provide accurate health services information and ensure a positive frontline experience. Screen calls, visitors, students, staff, and patients for medical needs and requests; respond to difficult and sensitive needs and requests including those of individuals with disabilities; provide information and interpret and apply HWC/SHC policies and procedures; schedule appointments with medical staff based on information provided by the patient; collect and account for fees and other monies received.

Alert clinical staff of patient’s arrival or other patient needs as appropriate; address student crisis situations by following pre-established clinical procedures; assist in coordinating communication and activities with other departments and entities to exchange legally permissible health, safety and well-being information.

Inspect documents, forms and records for accuracy and completeness; process a variety of forms and documents according to established procedures; ensure conformance to established guidelines and standards; assist patients in accurately completing appropriate medical forms and documents for the required information; accurately scan various medical records to patient charts; assist in completing documentation, filing, recording, and reporting of results; verify and update information in the electronic system and on patient forms; maintain, upload, add, and complete the current EMR system within the HWC/SHC for each patient; purge records according to established retention schedules.

Maintain student accident insurance records; provide claim forms and other necessary incident report forms; assist with processing forms to the appropriate entities within established guidelines; assist students with inquiries regarding insurance billing concerns; coordinate with the appropriate offices to expedite claims and resolve problems; initiate and process student insurance claims, including the completion and filing of required forms, notifying medical providers of patient needs, and assisting with the referral of injuries; assist students with obtaining follow up care with private physicians, dentists, clinics, and other community resources.

Respond to subpoena requests on HWC/SHC patients per policy; provide copies of medical records when approved by manager, TB tests, immunizations, and related items to patients following policy and procedures; provide medical records to other agencies as requested and after appropriate release/waivers, and approvals have been signed.

Ensure compliance with and abide by all health office, state, and federal policies, laws, rules, and regulations; adhere to all confidentiality practices, guidelines, and regulations, including those required by HIPAA guidelines/regulations.

Assist with HWC/SHC education and promotion programs; assist with providing health education information to students and staff; maintain supplies of health information packets, pamphlets, health insurance information, and other materials; participate in health education programs including substance abuse program, health fairs, and other related projects; may assist in preparing a variety of documents for publications and marketing pieces including brochures, flyers, event programs, and related materials; order brochures, applications, and forms as necessary; receive, sort, and deliver materials.

Oversee office and medical supplies inventory; maintain adequate levels of supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals, and order when needed, according to established procedures.

Monitor, maintain, and ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitation of front office, examination rooms, medication/lab rooms and other HWC/SHC areas; ensure an orderly work environment; assure compliance with established safety procedures and regulations; seek to resolve any disruptive behavior; refer unresolved problems to supervisor; may call Campus Police in emergency situations.

Monitor radio/phone transmission to maintain contact with safety personnel and medical staff.

Perform administrative support duties to assist the administrator in meeting reporting requirements, functional responsibilities, and objectives; relieve assigned administrator and other staff of a variety of clerical, technical, and administrative details; coordinate the office work of the assigned area; develop schedules related to division/department activities and services; maintain assigned calendars, schedules, and appointments; coordinate and arrange meetings; coordinate activities with other divisions and departments. review, update, and inform the administrator and others of essential timelines; coordinate the flow of activities through the office in relation to priorities and schedules; assure the timely completion of work in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards.

Compile and maintain data for various records; maintain accurate and up-to-date files and records; develop and monitor various logs, accounts, and files for current and accurate information; verify accuracy of information, researching discrepancies and recording information; organize and maintain filing systems; perform time entry tasks.

Operate a variety of office equipment and machines; learn to use new technology as necessary to perform duties; utilize electronic technology to correspond with others and to maintain assigned calendars, schedules, and appointments; coordinate and arrange meetings; utilize various computer applications and software packages.

Type, word process, and proofread a variety of documents and forms including general correspondence, agendas, reports, and memoranda; disseminate information as appropriate; utilize various computer applications and software packages; prepare and generate reports.

Route and distribute incoming mail and other materials; prepare outgoing mail and packages; assist with daily activities to assure efficient operations.

Compile and maintain data and information for statistical analysis; compile information for reports and summaries each semester including those regarding HWC/SHC utilization; distribute reports as appropriate.

Participate in updating the departmental website, as required.

Maintain current knowledge and stay up to date on HWC/SHC requirements; attend and participate in trainings, meetings, workshops, and conferences; learn new state and federal laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to health centers; participate in the development of new/revised procedures to accommodate changes; maintain working knowledge of standard operating procedures of health centers; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events. Maintain compliance with online coursework and other mandatory trainings and certifications (i.e., FERPA, HIPAA, CPR/First Aid, etc.) as directed by supervisor.

Assist with the preparation and monitoring of the HWC’s/SHC’s annual budget; monitor and balance assigned budget accounts; transfer funds as necessary and resolve budget issues; deposit revenue received including fees collected for medication and laboratory tests; audit invoices from vendors to ensure proper tests were administered and charges are accurate; forward to accounts payable for payment; post, monitor, and track invoices and other expenditures; prepare purchase requisitions, check requests, contracts, and claims for reimbursement of special funds related to assignment; assist with time entry activities.

Attend a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, presentations, and training sessions as required; maintain compliance with mandatory trainings and certifications (i.e., FERPA, etc.) as directed by supervisor; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.

Provide functional and technical training, guidance, and work direction to lower-level staff and student workers.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and faculty, as well as various outside groups associated with or servicing the program to ensure efficient, effective, and correct implementation of departmental objectives; serve as liaison, and assist with the coordination of services, functions, and activities with other College/District departments, including those at off-site locations and strategic partners; facilitate communications between assigned supervisor, other administrators, students, academic and classified staff, other offices, educational institutions, public agencies, and the general public; interact and relay information, questions, and decisions regarding area of assignment.

Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Standard medical assistant principles, procedures, techniques, and practices, including procedures for injection administration and phlebotomy; First Aid, CPR, and AED procedures; emergency procedures and proper radio communication; Emergency Medical System (EMS) activation procedures.

Philosophy, operational characteristics, services, activities, goals, and objectives of the HWC/SHC; eligibility requirements; specialized functions, activities, operations, rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions related to the health and wellness center; terminology, techniques, equipment, materials, principles, theories, practices, and procedures related to the health and wellness center.

Information and research resources available related to health and wellness centers.

Work organization and current medical office practices, procedures, terminology, methods, and equipment, including computer hardware and peripherals, devices, and applications; applicable software applications such as word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, inventory tracking, and databases; principles and procedures of business letter writing.

Principles, practices, and procedures of safety and sanitation requirements related to health care facilities and equipment; sterilization techniques and medical waste disposal procedures.

Use, care, and storage of equipment, materials, and supplies used in a medical facility.

Principles and techniques used in providing a high level of customer service and public relations including methods and techniques of proper telephone etiquette.

Techniques to facilitate effective interaction with people on an individual or group basis; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Effective written and oral communication skills including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including FERPA, HIPAA, and the Americans with Disabilities Act; confidentiality requirements when dealing with personal and sensitive student information; confidentiality requirements applicable to patient health reports and records.

Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds; institutional and community resources available to assist a diverse student population; needs of students with disabilities or requiring special services,

Basic mathematical, data collection, and research concepts, principles, and practices.

Processes, procedures, and practices of budget and contract preparation and administration.

Principles, practices, requirements, and procedures of records management, EMR usage including those related to maintaining filing systems and charting.

Principles, practices and procedures of fiscal, statistical, and administrative research and report preparation.

Occupational hazards, health, and standard safety policies and procedures applicable to a health and wellness center, including applicable OSHA rules and regulations.

Principles and practices of providing training, work direction, and guidance to lower-level office staff and student workers.

District and College organization, services, programs, operations, policies, and objectives.

Ability to:

Organize, coordinate, perform, and oversee specialized medical office support and clerical duties and activities of a general and specialized nature in support of the HWC/SHC, including screening callers and visitors, scheduling appointments, and maintaining health records and information.

Triage medical situations and differentiate between medical emergency and non-emergency situations.

Operate a variety of medical equipment such as stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, microscope, autoclave, centrifuge, scales, and a variety of diagnostic test kits.

Conduct various medical screening tests; perform phlebotomy and administer injections.

Remain calm and appropriately respond to emergency situations; administer First Aid, CPR, and AED.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English; use correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; understand and follow oral and written directions in English; listen actively and effectively.

Interact extensively with and respond to requests and inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and public; respond appropriately to the health needs and requests and inquiries; effectively present information in person, electronically, or on the telephone to students, staff, or the public; provide excellent customer service.

Develop, maintain, and foster effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone, and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis.

Exercise good judgment, discretion, and personal initiative in resolving confidential, difficult, and sensitive situations, according to established policies and procedures; use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority; maintain critical and sensitive information, records, and reports confidentially.

Operate office equipment including hardware, software, and devices supporting word processing, database management, and spreadsheets; type or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; maintain accurate filing, record keeping, and tracking systems; apply excellent organization skills and attention to detail; compose and prepare correspondence and memoranda; maintain filing systems; prepare documentation, reports, and other written materials.

Learn and understand the organization and operation of the assigned department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities; understand, interpret, explain, and apply administrative and office policies and procedures as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and ordinances; work within the policies, functions, and requirements of area of assignment.

Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students.

Work effectively under pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities; concentrate on detailed tasks for extended periods of time; work confidentially, independently, and collaboratively.

Assess situations, analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and adopt effective courses of action.

Operate and ensure proper functioning of two-way radio equipment used to communicate with staff and campus safety.

Maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and organization of assigned area; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; monitor activities in assigned area and enforce policies for proper use and behavior.

Participate in the preparation and administration of assigned contacts and budgets.

Perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.

Take and transcribe dictation, if required by the position, at a speed necessary for successful job performance.

Effectively utilize technology and equipment in the performance of duties; adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.

Maintain an adequate inventory of materials for assigned program.

Provide training, functional and technical work direction, and guidance to assigned staff and student workers.

Assist others in locating appropriate resources; provide assistance to others on matters related to assigned area.

Participate in trainings and meetings on-site and off-site as required.

Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

Work some evening/weekend shifts, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or LVN Training Program.

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience as a Medical Assistant or LVN, including both front and back-office duties in a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting. Must include performing phlebotomy and administering injections. Experience in a public health agency, school health, or equivalent preferred.

Licenses, Certificates, and/or Other Requirements:

Current, valid Medical Assistant Certification from a medical assistant certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California or acceptable national board certification.

Preferred: Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification from a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California or acceptable national board certification.

A valid First Aid Certificate or its equivalent issued by the American Heart Association.

A valid certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillators issued by the American Heart Association.

A valid Phlebotomy Technician Certificate is desirable.

A valid California driver’s license and proof of insurability is required to drive a District or personal vehicle to attend meetings or pick up/deliver documents or other materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a health clinic. Occasional response to any on-campus site during clear or inclement weather. Exposure to communicable diseases and other illnesses; subject to noise from office equipment operation; frequent interruptions and contact in person and on the telephone with students, academic and classified staff, and others. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.

Physical Demands:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a clinical setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to assist in lifting or moving patients; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Additional Information:

$30.00/hr

Up to 40 hours per week

Schedule TBD

On-site only

This position is a short-term, temporary, hourly, Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) assignment, not to exceed 160 days per fiscal year (July 1-June 30). The assignment is on an as needed basis, and may be shortened or extended at any time, due to departmental needs, with little to no notice. This recruitment will remain open until filled or withdrawn. Once you have submitted an application electronically, the current status of your application will be available to view at any time upon signing in under your personal username and password. Please do not call the Human Resources Office regarding the status of your application.

Employment with the South Orange County Community College District is contingent upon successful completion of the Human Resources pre-employment (“onboarding”) process. The Human Resources onboarding process may include, but is not limited to, successful completion of Live Scan fingerprinting (approx.. $70), I-9 completion, background checks, reference checks, TB testing, as well as completion of the online onboarding process. Failure to successfully complete any portion of the onboarding process will invalidate any conditional job offer received. Falsification of, or omission on, any SOCCCD pre-employment information may result in withdrawal of any conditional job offer or termination of employment. Short term, non-bargaining unit (NBU) positions may only be used on an intermittent/seasonal basis. Ed. Code sect. 88003 states "Short-term employee means any person who is employed to perform a service for the district, upon the completion of which, the service required or similar services will not be extended or needed on a continuing basis.”

 
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.  Documentation according to USCIS I-9 guidelines (i.e. ID card and Social Security card) must be presented at the time of hire. Per IRS regulations, a Social Security card must be presented at the time of hire.

Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity: 

The South Orange County Community College District is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion and equal opportunity for all, and ensures that students, faculty, management and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, included, supported, and safe. Our culture of belonging, openness, and inclusion, makes our district a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds. 

Our District and our colleges are looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join our District, you can expect to be part of an exciting, thriving, equity-focused, and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, administration, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position with our District, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our District’s mission and goals for EEO, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Disability Accommodations:  If you require special accommodations in the application and/or selection process, please notify District Human Resources (DHR) at least two (2) business days prior to the Job Close Date/Initial Screening Date, by either calling (949) 582-4850 or sending an e-mail to hrinfodesk@socccd.edu.

NBU at-will employment: After successful completion of the onboarding requirements, an individual may be employed by the South Orange County Community College District as a short-term, temporary NBU employee. Employment will be on an “if and as needed” basis, as determined by the District. NBU employment is at-will, and either party may terminate this working relationship at any time. Neither party shall be required to provide any reason for the separation. NBU employees shall not have reemployment rights or recourse to petition to be reinstated.

Worksite: NBU employees are limited to working in a single position in one department/site

Work schedules: Department/Division managers, administrators, and/or supervisors shall determine the work schedule of NBU employees to include the number of days and hours worked per week and the start and stop times.

160-day restriction: NBU employees will not work more than 160 days (in any combination of NBU positions) no matter how many hours per day they work.

Payroll reporting period: The payroll reporting period is from the 15th of the first month to the 14th of the next month.  NBU employees are paid on the 10th of the following month. Ex: Pay Period 01/15/23 through 02/14/23 will be paid on March 10th.

California Sick leave: NBU employees are eligible for California Sick leave per AB1522.  Information regarding AB1522 is provided to all NBU new hires during the onboarding process.

Retirement information: NBU employees may not work more than 960 hours from July 1st-June 30th. NBU employees who work more than 1000 hours per fiscal year are required to contribute to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), through payroll deduction of about 7-9%. The District does not intend to employ NBU employees for more than 1,000 hours during any fiscal year.

Sexual Harassment/Discrimination: The District is committed to providing an environment that respects the dignity of individuals and groups; is free of sexual harassment, exploitation, intimidation, violence, and other unlawful discrimination, preferential treatment, and harassment, including that which is based on any legally protected characteristic. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the intent of the Board to establish and maintain within the District and all of its programs and activities a policy of equal opportunity in employment for all persons, and to prohibit discrimination, preferential treatment, or harassment based on sex, age, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status or sexual orientation or because an individual is perceived as having one or more of the above characteristics.

Confidentiality: Confidentiality of student and staff information is protected under federal law. Any information regarding students or staff that might be accessed in the course of a work assignment through a computer, student file, or other documentation, is to be used strictly to perform my job duties and may only be shared with those who are authorized to have such information.

Mandated reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting: The South Orange County Community College District recognizes the responsibility of its staff to report to the appropriate agency when there is a reasonable suspicion that an abuse or neglect of a child may have occurred. Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting: It is the policy of the South Orange County Community College District to treat reports of violence against elderly persons or dependent adults as high priority criminal activity that is to be fully investigated regardless of the relationship between the victim and the suspect(s).

Campus Crime and Safety Awareness: Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at www.saddleback.edu or www.ivc.edu.  Paper copies are available in Human Resources upon request.

Drug-Free Environment:  The District shall be free from all unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in all facilities under the control and use of the District. Any student or employee who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, consistent with local, state, or federal law, which may include the referral to an appropriate rehabilitation program, suspension, demotion, expulsion, or dismissal.

Smoke Free District: It is the intent of the South Orange County Community College District to maintain an educational and workplace environment that is conductive to the health and safety of our students and employees. Realizing the health hazards posed by smoking and by second-hand smoke, it is policy of the South Orange County Community College District to maintain a smoke free environment for all district sites.

SPECIAL COVID-19 NOTICE:

Interviews may be held in-person (following all necessary precautions) or in a virtual format. Employees must reside in California while employed with the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD), even during remote work. Thank you for your continued interest in working at the SOCCCD.

The SOCCCD is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. More information can be found on our District website by visiting https://www.socccd.edu/communications/covid-19-information.

NOTICE TO ALL CANDIDATES FOR EMPLOYMENT:

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. SOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS:

If you require special accommodations in the application and/or selection process, please notify District Human Resources (DHR) at least two (2) business days prior to the Job Close Date/Initial Screening Date, by either calling (949) 582-4850 or sending an e-mail to hrinfodesk@socccd.edu.

CAMPUS CRIME AND SAFETY AWARENESS:

Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at www.saddleback.edu or www.ivc.edu. Paper copies are available in the District Human Resources (DHR) office upon request.

PLEASE NOTE:

A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with this District will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.

Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the District to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The South Orange County Community College District is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion and equal opportunity for all, and ensures that students, faculty, management and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, included, supported, and safe. Our culture of belonging, openness, and inclusion, makes our district a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds.

Our District and our colleges are looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join our District, you can expect to be part of an exciting, thriving, equity-focused, and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, administration, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position with our District, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our District’s mission and goals for EEO, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Important: You must make sure that you have completed your application for a posting by 11:59 p.m., Pacific Time, on the posting's Job Close Date, along with any required documents, in order to be considered for the position.