Project Specialist (IVC - Enrollment Srvcs)

SUMMARY:

Customer Service Support- counter, phone, mail, filing, data entry for IVC Student Inquiry Log spreadsheet, assist students with application process, assist with other office projects and events as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge:

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Basic organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar software.

Basic office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Customer service principles and telephone communication etiquette.

Data entry and recordkeeping practices.

Ability to:

Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment.

Follow established procedures and scripts while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.

Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse populations.

Provide courteous and professional service via phone and electronic communication.

Accurately enter and maintain data in spreadsheets and databases.

Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Maintain confidentiality of student and institutional information.

Maintain sensitivity to and understanding the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students, including veterans and military families.

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in customer service and data entry.

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 primarily performed in an office environment. Frequent interaction with students, staff, and the public.

Fast-paced setting with frequent interruptions during peak enrollment periods. Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer workstation. Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone equipment; perform repetitive hand and wrist motions. Seeing: Ability to read and interpret data on a computer screen; view written documents; and perform close vision tasks with or without reasonable accommodation. Hearing: Ability to hear and understand conversations and information communicated via telephone, headset, and in-person interactions. Speaking: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to exchange information verbally in person, via phone, and through virtual platforms.

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.

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: Mon, 29 Jun 2026

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• South Orange County Community College District

• 949.582.4850

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