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Coordinator/Basic Needs - Merritt

Position Number: 7084197
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Coordinator/Basic Needs - Merritt

Peralta/College Information

Job Title
Coordinator/Basic Needs - Merritt

Time Base
40 Hours/Week 12 Months/Year

Compensation
Range:$6,707.77-$8,527.93/Mo. Hiring Range: $6,707.77- $7,378.87/Mo. The maximum initial placement is Step 3 depending on experience

Position Type
Classified

Department
Director of Student Activities & Campus Life (643)

City
Oakland

State
CA

Job Description Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Student Activities & Campus Life, the Coordinator of Basic Needs will plan, organize, and direct operation/activities related to basic needs program. This position serves as a resource to students and employees regarding students' basic needs, and coordinates with community organizations to obtain resources for students and to promote student success, retention and completion by removing barriers to their education.

Positions assigned to this classification are professional level positions which support and are funded by a categorically funded program/project. Continuation of the position is contingent upon refunding of the program/project

Duties & Responsibilities

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position.

Coordinate the daily operations, and activities of the Basic Needs Program.

Trains and supervises student employees, prepares employment documents, may review student time sheets, coordinates and prepares work schedules for staffing coverage.

Coordinate college-wide food pantry services; order, receive, stock and distribute food order items; maintain food quality controls.

Provide guidance and referrals to CalFresh; interpret and explain program applications, policies, and requirements.

Plan and organize workshops, class presentations, meetings, and other activities related to the basic needs program area.

Develop budget expenditures and projections with administrator. Monitor and track program budget, maintain budget files, prepare reports and record budgetary activities for management.

Coordinate outreach for the Basic Needs Program; encourage engagement and participation from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and other marginalized student communities; identify other marginalized students for enrollment in the program.

Create informational and presentation materials that are culturally affirming and relevant to be used for outreach activities by the Basic Needs program.

Propose content revisions to Basic Needs program documents, website, and outreach materials, for applicable staff.

Work with the assigned administrator to establish contacts and build partnerships with community-based organizations.

Serve as liaison between program personnel, participants, clients, administrators, faculty and students; program requirements and other pertinent information.

Collaborate with staff and faculty to identify gaps in services and develop strategies on meeting the basic needs of students, and to promote the program and increase awareness of the services and activities provided by the Basic Needs program.

Maintain yearly master calendar of events, activities, and workshops related to assigned services; communicate with others of essential timelines.

Evaluates policies, procedures and practices for accomplishing Basic Needs objectives and mission and develops and recommends any modifications to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.

Works with assigned administrator to coordinate the preparation of annual and biannual reports to meet college, District and State requirements and compliance (e.g. APU, Unit Plans, and Annual Program Reviews).

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college in a discipline related to the assignment and four (4) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and qualifying professional experience that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fulfill the duties assigned to the position.

2. Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the use of office productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, database management, email) using personal computers and the Internet.

3. Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students

Other Requirements
Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs.

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 15 lbs.

Occasional pushing and pulling up to 20 lbs.

Occasional twisting of body.

Occasional use of manual dexterity.

Occasional use of tactile acuity.

Occasional use of visual acuity from a distance, with depth, and for color.

Frequent work at a rapid pace.

Frequent reaching, high, low, and level.

Frequent audio acuity at all ranges, including speech.

Frequent visual acuity for reading.

Constant sitting.

Constant use of clear oral communication

Desirable Qualifications
Experience and/or knowledge of program administration in the California Community College System.

Knowledge of: Principles for creating an environment where students are included and belong. Racial equity & principles of Anti-Racism and their connections to Basic Needs and student success. Principles and practices of effective supervision of others. Program evaluation techniques and methodology. Laws, regulations and guidelines that govern administration of activity of assignment.

Ability to: Plan, organize, and schedule the work of others. Train, evaluate, and supervise staff. Interpret laws and regulations, and apply this knowledge to the performance of daily duties and responsibilities and/or interpret the information to others. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Maintain social media presence. Bilingual.

Environmental Demands
Occasional work performed alone.
Constant work around and with people.

Tools & Equipment Used
Standard Office Equipment.

Ability to obtain food handling license.

Application Deadline Date
April 15, 2026

Open Date
03/25/2026

First Review Date:

Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.

Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.

Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.

Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.

Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.

Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.

Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:

REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.

Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024.

Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.

All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is legally authorized to work in the United States.

District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.

Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.

EEO Statement
The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

Reasonable Accommodations
In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.

The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.

Benefits Information
FRINGE BENEFITS
The Peralta Colleges proudly offers a competitive and comprehensive core of work-life benefits. The value of the employer contribution towards your benefits may increase your total compensation by as much as 47%. Benefit-eligible employees have access to coverage for themselves and eligible dependents:

Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug insurance coverage*
Life insurance of 150% of your income up to $100,000.
Long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.

In addition to your own contribution, Peralta also contributes 26.81% of your salary to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Effective January 1, 2013, the PEPRA (Public Employees' Pension Reform Act) went into effect. Changes have been implemented as a result of the adoption of this legislation that impact new and existing employees enrolled in CalPERS. A summary of those changes is available at http://www.calpers.ca.gov/eip-docs/employer/program-services/summary-pension-act.pdf. For further up to date information on CalPERS retirement eligibility and PEPRA, please visit the website at www.calpers.com www.calpers.ca.gov/. The CalPERS member handbook is available at http://www.calpers.ca.gov/eip-docs/about/pubs/member/your-benefits-your-future-school-benefits.pdf., please visit the website at www.calpers.com. After 10 years of creditable service, medical benefits in retirement are extended until age 65.

Other voluntary benefits include:

Flexible benefit plan participation in the Medical Reimbursement Plan, Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan (under tax code 125)
Pre-tax commuting expenses (under IRS code 132)
Tax-deferred plan participation in the 403(b) and 457 plans
Credit union membership
Prepaid legal plan participation
Additional Life Insurance for yourself, spouse or children

* Kaiser and United Health Care Dental are fully paid by the District. Other plans require employee contribution. Subject to change.

Mission Statement
The Peralta Community College District is a collaborative of colleges advancing social and economic transformation for students and the community through quality education, rooted in equity, social justice, environmental sustainability, and partnerships.

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