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Part-time Faculty Pool: Counselor (CCAP/Pathways) at Merced Community College Share on X Print Application Deadline 1/9/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 7/13/2026 Contact Britney Ramirez (209) 381-6550 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 66.91 - 86.49 Per Hour Length of Work Year See Position Description Employment Type Part Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Part-time Faculty Pool: Counselor (CCAP/Pathways) Salary: $66.91 - $86.49 Hourly Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Number: 20260025 Closing: 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Location: Merced College, CA Department: Open pool for academic year 2026-2027Additional Compensation for Doctorate As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college - we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California's Central Valley.Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference

Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team. Merced College Mission At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.Merced College Vision Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services: Degree/Certificate Programs Transfer Career Technical Education Workforce Training Lifelong Learning Basic Skills Community Engagement Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement

General Description: Adjunct Counselor: Dual Enrollment/CCAP (Multiple Sites) Dual Enrollment allows high school students to earn college credit for college courses completed while still in high school; those courses may also count towards the student's high school diploma. This is a part-time Counseling position within Dual Enrollment Area under the general direction of the Dean of Student Services and funded with categorical funds based on grant availability. Dual Enrollment Counselors provide academic and vocational counseling; develop educational plans that may include the use of Dual Enrollment/CCAP courses offered on high school campuses within our service area.

The maximum counseling load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours. Examples of Duties Essential Functions: Assess and assist the whole student, including cultural differences and/or disabling conditions Communicate effectively Provide accurate academic/vocational information Implement innovative and flexible counseling methods to increase matriculation rates among non-traditional students Function as a student advocate facilitating the resolution of college related problems Work independently and in small groups on educational projects Typical Qualifications Required: Master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution 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 Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in one of the above listed degrees and a current license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) valid in California OR The equivalent Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Preferred: Currently working as a grades 9-12 counselor on a high school campus within the Merced College service area Experience with the use of the ARIES student information system widely used at K-12 sites within the Merced College service area Understanding of student support programs and services that increase retention, completion, and academic success Experience with the use of Student MIS systems and computer-based educational planning software Knowledge of: current Student Success and Support Program requirements and processes; current technology skills related to counseling and a willingness to pursue future technological developments Familiarity and/or experience working with programs that aid socio-economically disadvantaged and/or academically underprepared students Supplemental Information How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/promotionaljobs.Required Documentation: Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter) Resume List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted) Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired. Diversity Statement: The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large

Please describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.

If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an https://campusmccd-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/michelle_symes_mccd_edu/ES6MrhbAJChCjW82zlQwNskBEdl7CXHa-muI0IpaC7b8Zg?e=GQbt1r If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency) https://www.mccd.edu/about-merced-college/divisions/human-resources/equivalency/ Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.Interview Information:Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee

A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on site. Employee Benefits:Sick leave, faculty employed on a part-time hourly basis shall earn sick leave credit at the rate of one (1) hour for each twenty (20) hours of paid service.Condition of Employment: The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment

In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office. Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7319945 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc

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