Temporary Cultural Liaison Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : Fremont Campus and/or Newark Center
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 202300166
Division: President's Office
Opening Date: 10/06/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Ideal Candidate Statement
Ohlone College has emerged as one of the premier community colleges in California and consistently ranked among the highest performing colleges by the Chancellor's Office Student Success Scorecard. The College is characterized by high achieving students, an emphasis on transfer, and career education programs that focus on the entering the workforce; the College also maintains its unique commitment to carrying on the legacy of the Ohlone People's dedication to respecting and sustaining the environment. The College is seeking passionate individuals to serve as liaisonsupporting enrollment from high schools in the Fremont, Newark, and Union City region. The College would like to strengthen the pathway and services offered to these students by having a consistent presence on the high school campuses. This position provides the employee(s) with the skills, expertise, and experience necessary to enter professional roles in high school and higher education environments. This opportunity will equip the employee with general and in-depth knowledge of a vast range of student support services and programs.
This is a temporary position, limited to a maximum of 165 working days within a fiscal year.
Duties and Responsibilities
The purpose of the Dual Enrollment Liaison (DELs) is to guide feeder school students on the pathway to Ohlone College. DELs will develop a relationship with assigned feeder school sites and students by being present on the school campuses. The Dual Enrollment Liaison will provide information, answer questions, and will assist in the recruitment, enrollment, and matriculation of Ohlone College feeder school students.

1. The objective of this role is to develop professionals who can, under the supervision of a designated manager, aid feeder school students.
2. In alignment with guided pathways, DEL's will serve designated location(s) and provide student assistance in Ohlone college applications, early college applications, dual enrollment applications and other matriculation assistance and transition.
3. DEL's will also be versed in various student support programs (i.e. UMOJA, Puente, Career Services, Dreamers/Undocumented, Student Accessibility Services, EOPS, etc.)
4. DEL's are essential to creating a model for student integration into the college to increase opportunities for success by introducing the college and its services to feeder school students.
5. DEL's will be trained to assist students and high school staff in the following areas: enrollment process; including but not limited to admissions, basic residency questions, dual enrollment processes & any other paperwork related to enrollment, support in navigating student account set up (MyOhlone, canvas, outlook), College aid Award Letters, Dreamer/undocumented access.
6. DEL's will also provide information on Ohlone College programs that include EOPS, Puente, Umoja, SAS, Career Planning, Guided Pathways programs, etc.
7. DEL's develop skills, abilities, and sensitivities for assisting a diverse student population in an educational setting.
8. DEL's will employ use of technology and communication systems to generate reports, track student progress, inform students of critical information essential to their success at Ohlone and other duties as assigned that support student success.

Duration
This position is renewable on an annual basis and shall work a maximum of 20 hours per week with the assignment spanning 45 weeks per year including regular and summer terms.
Assessment
DEL's will work under the direction and supervision of a college administrator. Their progress is measured each semester through direct observation, student surveys, mentoring, and ongoing training sessions.
Learning Outcomes

1. Identify a vast range of student support services and programs.
2. Cite eligibility requirements, systems, and processes for student services and programs.
3. Implement activities that address and resolve student barriers to entering college that promote retention and student success.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree and two years of related work experience;
AND
2. Demonstration of effective oral and written communication skills, including presentations;
3. Possession of working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs;
4. Possession of good record-keeping skills with an attention to detail;
5. Possession of the ability to provide an equitable and inclusive working and educational environment;
AND
Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.
Desirable Qualifications
Bilingual competency in Spanish and/or American Sign Language preferred.
Working Conditions

1. DEL's will be assigned to school site(s) in the Ohlone Community College district, which includes the cities of Fremont, Newark and Union City.
2. The work assignment will consist of a maximum of 20 hours per week over a span of 45 weeks. Around sixteen (16) hours will be served at the school site over a minimum of two days per week, and four (4) hours will be assigned at the Ohlone College campus for meetings and training activities.
3. Reliable transportation to and from assigned locations is required.

Required Application Materials

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover Letter
3. A list of three (3) professional references including name, position, organization, phone number, email, and relationship to the applicant.

District Statement
Founded in 1967, Ohlone College is named in honor of the early Ohlone People who inhabited the San Francisco Bay Area. Ohlone College is committed to providing a high-quality education to serve our diverse population of over 15,000 students per year. Ohlone College is nationally recognized for our Deaf Studies and Interpreter Preparation programs, and is widely known for our nursing, health sciences, liberal arts, biomedical science, and smart manufacturing programs. As a learning community, we embrace and champion inclusivity, integrity, student expression, global citizenship, and continuous improvement.
Ohlone College is one of the top-ranked community colleges in California, serving the cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Our campuses in Fremont and Newark are centrally located in the East Bay between San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. This region is known as a hub of innovation and economic activity, and home to some of the most advanced manufacturing, biomedical research, and clean energy companies in California, including Tesla, Meta, Seagate, and Lam Research.
The main campus in Fremont is located near Interstate 680 at the base of Mission Peak, just south of the historic Mission San Jose, and is the primary gateway to year-round hiking, biking, and hang gliding in the Mission Peak Regional Preserve. The Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology is located near Interstate 880 in a hub of new residential and commercial development. The two campuses are connected by shuttle to each other and the Warm Springs BART station, which offers convenient access to public transit throughout the Bay Area.
Vision Statement
Ohlone College will be known for inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, engagement, and exceptional student success.
Mission Statement
Ohlone College offers high quality educational and career pathways and personal enrichment courses to serve the diverse needs of all students and the community. Ohlone provides excellent instruction and support services, awards associate degrees and certificates, and promotes university transfer in an inclusive, equitable, and multicultural environment where student learning and achievement are paramount. Ohlone fosters innovation, encourages student expression, and promotes ethical behavior and global citizenship.
EEO Statement
The District is strongly committed to the principles of equal opportunity and to hiring qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our community. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, military and veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related medical condition or any other protected basis in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. If you have a disability and are in need of special services, equipment, or facilities in order to apply or interview for this opening, please call the Human Resources office at: (510) 659-6088.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Ohlone Community College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit official transcripts, proof of freedom from tuberculosis. In addition, you will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal "Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986." Pre-employment tests and/or medical examinations may be required. Ohlone Community College does not sponsor H1B visas. Employees must sign the Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance and submit fingerprints for CA Department of Justice clearance. Employees must be California residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their employment with Ohlone Community College District.
Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986
Applicants selected for positions will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986.
*The District reserves the right to modify, rescind, or re-advertise this recruitment at any time*

1. Participation in California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) upon satisfying CalPERS enrollment requirements.
2. Sick leave.
3. Enrollment Fee Waiver: Employees and eligible family members receive an enrollment fee waiver for classes taken at Ohlone College.
4. Employee participation in 403B/457 retirement plans.

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