Project Specialist (SC - Dreamer Resources)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the Dreamer Resources Project Specialist provides administrative and programmatic support for a grant-funded initiative focused on serving undocumented students, including AB 540, DACA recipients, and students from mixed-status families. The specialist supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of student support services, educational workshops, and outreach activities in alignment with the mission of Dreamer Resources. This position serves as a key resource to undocumented students by offering information, referrals, and culturally responsive services. May provide work direction to student workers, if assigned.

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.

Provide administrative support for the Dreamer Resources program, including scheduling, word processing, data entry, and document preparation related to student services and outreach.

Assist in creating and distributing outreach materials (e.g., flyers, newsletters, digital content) that promote Dreamer-focused events, legal aid clinics, financial aid workshops, and support services.

Serve as a point of contact for undocumented students; provide information and referrals to on-campus and community-based resources.

Support the planning and execution of culturally responsive programming, including Undocumented Student Action Week, Know Your Rights workshops, and transfer/career readiness events.

Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to enhance services and support for undocumented students and their families.

Assist in collecting and compiling data for grant reports and program evaluations, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Provide assistance during student orientations, registration events, or campus welcome activities targeted toward undocumented and AB 540 students.

Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of Dreamer Resources and the broader student equity initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Desirable: Must be bilingual/biliterate in any language.

Knowledge of:

Issues, challenges, and policies affecting undocumented students, including AB 540, DACA, and CA Dream Act.

Trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches to student support.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and database systems.

Effective outreach and community engagement practices.

Sensitivity and legal considerations when working with undocumented and mixed-status students.

Basic graphic design and communication principles for outreach materials.

English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Public relations techniques and professional customer service etiquette.

Skills and Abilities to:

Provide nonjudgmental, affirming support to undocumented students and others affected by immigration status.

Build trust and rapport with students from vulnerable or underserved populations.

Communicate effectively and compassionately in both oral and written form.

Coordinate student-centered events and workshops related to immigration, education, and advocacy.

Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Perform a wide variety of administrative duties with accuracy and efficiency.

Organize data, prepare reports, and assist with grant documentation.

Operate office equipment and learn new systems or technologies as needed.

Work collaboratively with campus departments and off-campus partners to support undocumented student success.

Exhibit cultural humility and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and experiences of undocumented students.

Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure with frequent interruptions.

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

WORKING 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 is performed primarily in a standard office with frequent interaction with students, staff, and external partners. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required to support events. Occasional travel to other campuses or community sites may be necessary. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to sit or stand for prolonged periods. Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds. Use standard office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers. Use vision to read printed and digital materials. Use hearing and speech to communicate clearly. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Work Schedule: TBD - Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

Hours per Week: Up to 25

Employment Conditions and Information:

This is a short-term, temporary, hourly Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) assignment, not to exceed 160 days and 960 hours per fiscal year (July 1 st through June 30 th ). Short-term, temporary NBU positions may only be used on an intermittent, seasonal, or project basis. Education Code Section 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.”

After successful completion of the onboarding requirements, an individual may be employed by the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) as a short-term, temporary NBU employee. Employment will be on an “if and as needed” basis, as determined by the SOCCCD. The assignment may be shortened or extended at any time, due to departmental needs, with little to no notice. 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.

NBU employees are limited to working in a single position for a single department and site (assignments are onsite only).

NBU employees are paid on a monthly basis. The payroll reporting period is from the 1 st of the month to the last day of the month. NBU employees are paid on the 10th of the following month.

Example : For the following reporting period: January 1 st through January 31 st , the NBU employee will be paid on February 10 th .

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. The SOCCCD does not intend to employ NBU employees for more than 960 hours during any fiscal year.

Closing Date/Time: Fri, 10 Oct 2025

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• South Orange County Community College District

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