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Salary : $54,138.48 - $76,175.52 Annually
Location : Palm Desert, CA
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 2600288
Division: Office of Student Services
Department: Counseling & Advising
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CSEA-California School Employees Association
About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert, Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 20,000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college, we offer Associates Degree for Transfer, both in Art and Sciences, Associates Degrees, and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.
College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership, staff, and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including racially and ethnically diverse students, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students of all ages, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, "dreamers", and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.
When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences, emphasizes collaboration, and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.
Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley? Visit the links below.
Who We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. As such, we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve, the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting, and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial, collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

• Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty, staff and leadership for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
• Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
• Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
• Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
• Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Dean, Student Support Programs and Counseling Services, perform duties necessary to assist students in using the Transfer and Career Centers effectively and efficiently.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
1. Orient students to the Transfer and Career Centers and provide information on available resources. E
2. Provide direct assistance to students in utilizing the various resources available in the Transfer and Career.
3. Centers including automated systems. E
4. Advise students on the best resource for their particular search. E
5. Catalog, process and prepare for use a variety of transfer and career materials. E
6. Answer questions from staff, students and the public regarding the Transfer and Career Centers. E
7. Prepare and disseminate information regarding the Transfer and Career Centers; advertise career workshops. E
8. Make appointments for the Transfer and Career Counselors; assist Transfer and Career Counselors with workshop materials; assist in administering diagnostic materials. E
9. Perform clerical and public contact work in support of the Transfer and Career Centers. Operate a variety of office machines including a computer and related software, copier, typewriter, and calculator. E
10. Receive and keep records of any monies collected for Transfer and Career Centers events. E
11. Maintain a variety of records and prepare reports indicated Centers usage and other data; input and maintain student files. E
12. Research and compile data and prepare special reports as requested. E
13. Assist in orientations to students, high school groups, community organizations and the general public.
14. Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by two years of office clerical experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including a computer and applicable software including word processing, spreadsheets and email; record-keeping techniques; operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to: Perform clerical and public contact work in support of the Transfer and Career Centers; operate office machines including a computer and applicable software including word processing, spreadsheets and email; communicate effectively both orally and in writing to exchange information in person and on the telephone; maintain records and prepare reports; understand and work within established policies, guidelines and regulations; communicate information to staff, students and public; prioritize and schedule work; meet schedules and timelines; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; maintain confidentiality of student information; work confidentially with discretion; sit or stand for extended periods of time; bend at the waist, kneel or crouch.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• E=Essential Functions

Salary Placement:

• Salary placement is contingent on education, experience, and department budget.
• Retirement System: (upon meeting eligibility criteria)

WORKING CONDITIONS Environment: Office environment. Constant interruptions.
SCHEDULE & LOCATION:

• This position is scheduled 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.
• The schedule is Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (1 hour Lunch); Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• The primary location is Palm Desert Campus.
• The schedule and location are subject to change based on District need.

REQUIRED APPLICATION AND REQUIRED UPLOADED DOCUMENTS:
To be considered a candidate for this position, the following materials must be electronically uploaded:

• Online Application: All sections of the College of the Desert District online application must be completed including education and experience.
• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start and end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.

REQUIRED IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• List of References: References should include at least two supervisors and one colleague. Please include name, title, email and current phone numbers. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of References.

OPTIONAL UPLOADED DOCUMENTS:

• College Transcripts: Academic transcripts of all college level coursework showing date degree awarded from an accredited institution. For consideration, degree(s) must be awarded at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. Successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire. Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation (i.e., NACES agency: www.naces.org) at the time of application. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.
• Employment is contingent on residence in California.

• Incomplete application packages will not be considered.
• All submitted materials become the property of College of the Desert Community College District and will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this position only.

• Salary placement will be contingent on all materials submitted for this position.

• Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted.
• All travel arrangements will be at applicant's expense.
• Application materials must be received by the deadline. Application materials received after the closing deadline will not be accepted.
• For online application, information, and instructions, visit the College of the Desert job opportunities website at https:// or call (760) 773-2529.

• FAQs: For additional information, click here: Recruitment - Frequently Asked Questions.

TIMELINES:

• For consideration, please apply by Monday, September 21, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• First-level interviews are tentatively scheduled in-person on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
• Tentative schedule is subject to change based on District need.

Notice to all Candidates for Employment:
DISTRICT RIGHTS: College of the Desert reserves the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position.
The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• 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 candidate's expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States(Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.) A Social Security Card will be required for payroll processing.
• Participate in a new hire onboarding, completing all required tasks and forms.
• May be required to complete a fitness for duty physical exam based on the job description, as applicable.

Salary Placement: Contingent on education, experience, and department budget. All materials must be provided at the time of application for consideration.
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. The Desert Community College District (DCCD) will not sponsor any VISA applications nor take over any VISA.
Employees must reside in California while employed with the Desert Community College District (DCCD).
California Public Employees Retirement System and California State Teachers Retirement System:
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 the DCCD 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 DCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS
Disability Accommodations:
If you require special accommodations in the application and/or evaluation process, please notify Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the job posting close or initial screening date, by either calling (760) 773 -2529 or sending an e-mail to ffrausto@collegeofthedesert.edu.
Attendance Requirement:
All DCCD employees are required to report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.
Campus Crime and Safety Awareness:
Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at
Non-Discrimination Notice:
The DCCD provides access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, immigration status, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, military and veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
California Fair Chance Act:
The DCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history