Job Placement Specialist El Camino College Compton Center - 4.7 Compton, CA Job Details $4,048.08 - $5,696.07 a month 1 hour ago Benefits Disability insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Word processing Filing Research Bachelor's degree Office record organization

Full Job Description Job Detail Job Title:

Job Placement Specialist Req:

C2026-008

Location:

Compton College Division Adult Education and Workforce Development Position Type:

Classified Staff Salary Min/Max:

$4048.08- $5696.07 per month

Posting Close Date:

10/05/2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision and at the direction of an assigned administrator the Job Placement Specialist will implement a business engagement program using labor market data and establish unsubsidized employment opportunities for Compton College students and alumni. The Job Placement Specialist will work closely with students and alumni who seek employment opportunities that align with their program of study in order to achieve their professional goals. This position will utilize Compton College's Strong Workforce metrics in relation to student job placement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS

Interview participants to assess interest/qualifications for unsubsidized placement and internship opportunities. Initiate and maintain ongoing personal contacts with a variety of businesses, local chambers, Work Source Partners and industry representatives to promote the value of training and employing students/alum who have been educated by Compton College. Understand how/where to search for job leads; keep current with trends and maintains updated labor market information obtained through research. Collect data from employers related to job orders, including requirements and skills and upload to online job posting system. Ability to successfully match job skills with applicant qualifications. Contacts prospective places of employment (including cold calls) to inform potential employers of the benefits and support services provided to them, including addressing employer's special needs. These are to be supplementary, not duplicative of Work Source center employment opportunities. Maintain database of program graduates, alumni and students for accurate job placement, activities and outcomes Provides necessary follow-up strategies to assist students placed into jobs or internships. Coordinates job placement activities with campus discipline and program leadership, and industry advisory committees. Assist students in the use of resources and technology for job search activities. Attend offsite meetings as a means of connecting and establishing long-term business relationships with the District. Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Must have outstanding people skills and be able to work well with others from diverse backgrounds, and those with special needs; Must have excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner; Must be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency; Must possess the ability to excel at details; Must be enthusiastic, creative and capable of functioning effectively in a professional work setting with various levels of staff, and possess the ability to work both independently and collaboratively; Ability to work in an outcome-based system, which meets targets and metrics; Operates automated office equipment and related software such as word processing; performs a variety of clerical functions such as filing and duplicating.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university preferably with a major in business administration, public administration, educational administration, student services administration, adult education or a closely-related field AND two years of full-time, paid professional-level experience in related duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS/CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprints. Tuberculosis screening. District pre-placement drug testing at District expense.

WHAT WE OFFER

Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account $50,000 life insurance benefit Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans) Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS) Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities Cumulative sick leave Employee Assistance Program Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion Progressive and innovative culture

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit: Compton Community College District online application Upload the following documents: o Cover Letter (Letter of introduction highlighting your education and experience.) o Resume o Copies of pertinent transcript(s). Multiple page transcripts must be uploaded as ONE pdf document. (

Foreign Transcripts:

Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf)

Please Note:

Documents uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an in. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.

ICT AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARD STATEMENT

CCCD is committed to ensuring equal access to instructional materials and information and Communications technology (ICT) for all, particularly for individuals with disabilities, in a timely manner. In accordance with California Government Code 7405, Government Code §11135, Government Code §11546.7, and best practices, CCCD will comply with the accessibility requirements of Section 508 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Any individual with a disability, who requires reasonable accommodation, may request assistance by contacting the Human Resources Office at (310) 900-1600 extension 2400, or completing form PC1105, a minimum of five (5) working days prior to closing date for this position.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Applicants who meet the basic qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense. During the campus visit, each applicant will be tested and/or interviewed. The Human Resources Office will rate responses to the questions or interview questions. Based upon this rating, a small number will be invited to the campus a second time for an interview.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

To be considered in the initial committee review, all materials requested in this vacancy notice must be received no later than the filing deadline. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate materials for each position. The District does not return materials submitted an application for a position.

SUBMISSION OF THESE MATERIALS IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY.

During the interview, consideration will be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs. The District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interview. Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by letter or email. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Special Trustee has acted upon the District's recommendation for employment. The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or to delay indefinitely filling this position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Staffing of this position is contingent upon the availability of funding.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

Compton College is a dynamic learning community that offers a wide range of transfer and degree courses, as well as career and technical education. Enrolled students may earn an associate degree or certificate, transfer to a four-year university or train for a career. Compton College is part of the Compton Community College District, which encompasses an area of about 29 square miles, making educational services available to nearly 300,000 residents of Compton, Lynwood, Paramount and Willowbrook, as well as portions of Athens, Bellflower, Carson, Downey, Dominguez, Lakewood, Long Beach and South Gate. About 350 full- and part-time faculty teach more than 43 degree programs and 47 certificate programs. Students have access to excellent academic offerings, career training programs, and support services including counseling, tutoring and mentoring programs. Faculty and staff are committed to student-centered curriculum, fulfilling the college vision to be the leading institution of student learning and success in higher education The Compton College campus includes 54 buildings across 88 acres. In November 2002, the district won voter approval of Measure CC, authorizing the issuance of $100 million in general obligation bonds to upgrade classrooms, labs, infrastructure, and instructional equipment, while making much-needed health and safety repairs and energy-efficiency improvements. In November 2014, district voters approved Measure C, a $100 million facilities bond designed to make technology and safety upgrades campuswide.

HISTORY OF COMPTON COLLEGE

The Compton Community College District (CCCD) was established in 1927 as a component of the Compton Union High School District. In 1950, voters approved a bond issue separating the college from the high school district. Construction of the new college campus was completed on the present site. Classes began on the new campus in fall 1956. On June 7, 2017, the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) granted initial accreditation status to Compton College. The action established Compton College as an accredited college within the El Camino Community College District. Compton College was officially named the 114th California Community College through unanimous vote by the Board of Governors in July 2017. On August 29, 2018, California Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Oakley issued Executive Order 2018-01 declaring Compton College will operate as an independent college under the authority of the Compton Community College District (CCCD) Board of Trustees effective June 7, 2019 MISSION

STATEMENT

Compton College is an equity-driven, inclusive community resource dedicated to providing opportunities and support for historically underserved student populations, particularly students of color. We cultivate a sense of belonging to support students in achieving their academic goals. Compton College provides students with knowledge, strategies, and skills needed for workforce readiness and facilitates clear pathways for program completion and transfer to four-year institutions, all aimed at enhancing the well-being of our local community.

THE COMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Compton Community College District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, marital status, denial of Family & Medical Care Leave, national origin (including language limitations), ancestry, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics), age (40 and above), disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, denial of pregnancy disability leave or reasonable accommodation, or other protected classes, or obligations to the National Guard or Reserve Forces of the United States. For specific details on this policy, please contact EEO Compliance Officer, at (310) 900-1600, extension 2400.

EMAIL COMMUNICATION

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To be included in the initial screening, application materials must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on the closing date. The Compton Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.

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