Program Specialist - EOPS​/CARE

Program Specialist - EOPS/CARE

Salary: $26.97 - $33.72 Hourly
Job Type: Full‑Time
Job Number: 25-062
Closing: 1/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location:

Throughout Grossmont‑Cuyamaca Community College District, CA
Division:
District Wide

The Grossmont‑Cuyamaca Community College District seeks a qualified individual for the role of Program Specialist – EOPS/CARE. The incumbent will function as a program coordinator in the EOPS/CARE/Next Up department, performing highly complex paraprofessional duties, coordinating office activities, and training staff as assigned. This position is part of a dynamic team improving service delivery for students in San Diego County.

*** This recruitment will establish an eligibility list valid for 6 months***

As the largest institution of higher education in East County, the District has enhanced quality of life for over 65 years by providing affordable education and workforce training. The District serves nearly 30,000 students annually and awards over 6,000 degrees and certificates each year. Our schools are consistently ranked as top transfer institutions to SDSU and lead in developing programs that meet the diverse needs of our community.

Full‑paid benefits for employees contracted for 20 or more hours per week, including:

• Retirement – CalPERS
• Holidays – 19 paid per year
• Vacation – starting at 10 days for 12‑month employees, increasing with service
• Sick Leave – 12 paid days per year (for 12 working months)
• Fully paid medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance for employee and dependents
• Additional benefits available – please see the Benefits tab

Type:
Full‑Time – Monday to Friday
Salary:
Range CL‑34
Initial placement:
Step A ($26.97/hr) or Step B ($28.52/hr). Refer to the CSEA schedule for details.

Any combination equivalent to:

• Education: Associate’s degree in educational psychology, social science, human services, student services, business or office management, or a related field; and,
• Experience: Two years of progressively responsible office/records experience, preferably in a student services or academic setting.

• Complete the online application, including all education and work history. Do not omit experiences; list each position separately with dates, duties, and supervisory detail.
• Provide at least two current or former supervisors as references.
• Attach required documents: resume, certificates, etc. Use .doc, .docx, or PDF formats.
• Answer supplemental questions thoroughly; vague responses may result in disqualification.

• Veterans with 30+ days of service receive 5 additional points; disabled veterans receive 10 additional points.
• DD‑214 must be submitted with the application; failure to submit disqualifies credit.

• Screening for qualifications
• Documentation and certification review
• Written assessment (in‑person only)
• Performance assessment (in‑person with written test)
• Oral assessment (Zoom, with accommodations if needed)
• Flexible pass points may be used to meet staffing needs.

Applicants who fail an assessment must wait 90 days before reapplying for the same classification through a posted recruitment.

All recruitment communication will be via email. Provide accurate contact information; the district is not responsible for blocked messages. Add domain, , and  to safe senders.

Notify Personnel Commission within two days of closing by email personnel.commission to request accommodations. Accommodations end after eligibility list establishment.

• Employment contingent upon successful fingerprint clearance and required fees.
• Proof of U.S. identity and work authorization required before appointment.

Email personnel.commission for further inquiry.

The Grossmont‑Cuyamaca Community College District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants. Discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics is prohibited. The district is a minority‑serving, Hispanic‑serving institution dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage equity-minded candidates to apply.

Human Resources, Grossmont‑Cuyamaca Community College District, 8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon, CA 92020

To apply, please visit