PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Umoja-AFFIRM)

Position Title: PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Umoja-AFFIRM) Department: AFFIRM Required Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. Any combination of education, training and/or certification equivalent to: two years of college-level course work in a related area. 2. Two years of directly related work experience, lead experience preferred. Opportunity Type: CLASSIFIED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Close/First Review Date: 05/24/2026 Work Location: Evergreen Valley College Position Status: Full Time Benefits Summary: In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the District’s excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser Permanente (HMO]); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Lincoln); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Lincoln); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Lincoln); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP). In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the employee’s salary towards an eligible employee’s pension (CalPERS). Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s). Classified employees also earn 10 to 22 days per year of vacation (based on years of service), and up to 12 sick leave days (pro-rated for less than full-time positions). There are currently 20 paid holidays. Position Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Program Coordinator, (Umoja-AFFIRM) reports to the Director of Outreach, Student Life and Community Standards at Evergreen Valley College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Umoja – AFFIRM program serves all EVC students with a particular focus African American student. This program affirms the cultural background of black/African American students and educates all students about the cultural, educational, political, economic, and artistic, contributions of Africans in the diaspora. The Program Coordinator, (Umoja-AFFIRM) position is a grant funded position and contingent upon yearly funding. This position is represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 363. POSITION PURPOSE Under the direction of an assigned administrator, coordinate program staff activities to assure implementation of program objectives; assure proper interpretation of procedures and regulations to provide for consistent delivery of program services. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Coordinate and oversee assigned programs; provide work direction and guidance to program staff to assure implementation of program policies and objectives. 2. Confer with faculty and staff regarding program activities. 3. Serve as a lead in assigned program in the absence of the administrator. 4. Initiate, organize and direct operational procedures of the program. 5. Research, monitor and interpret policy and regulations for eligibility requirements of assigned programs; monitor program for compliance to meet County and State regulations. 6. Advise students on program services and requirements; assist students with registration; respond to and resolve inquiries. 7. Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare statistical reports as required. 8. Communicate with District and College employees to assess needs and respond to questions; explain and interpret District policies and pro…