Program Technician
Kern Community College District10 months ago
Bakersfield, CA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the candidate will recruit eligible students and coordinate college programs and services. This role involves developing program goals, collecting and analyzing data, facilitating job placement workshops and campus tours, and assisting students with financial aid and college application processes. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify eligible students and conduct individual or small group sessions to inform them about college programs and services.
- Gather and analyze data such as salary calculations, fringe benefits, enrollment projections, and program expenditures.
- Coordinate and conduct workshops, campus tours, and department visitations related to job placement and college orientation.
- Assist students with financial aid forms and applications to four-year colleges, monitoring their progress through various processes.
- Provide training and work direction to student assistants while maintaining program records and preparing necessary reports.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in behavioral science, business, or a related field with two years of experience in a student services area.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
- Proven knowledge of college program policies, financial aid processes, recruitment strategies, and job placement procedures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong record‑keeping abilities, and proficiency in operating modern office equipment and computer systems.
- Ability to coordinate multiple activities, prepare accurate reports, and work effectively under interruptions.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Classified Salary Schedules ranging from $4,226.21 to $5,971.52 monthly, with a maximum entry-level salary of $4,440.16 monthly.
- Assured application consideration if submitted by 8/20/2025.
- Access to a supportive work environment with a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity and diversity.
Required Skills
Budget Preparation
Student Services
Data Analysis
Program Coordination
Recruitment
Oral and Written Communication
Workshop Facilitation
Training and Supervision
Interviewing
Record Keeping