Potential 3-4 days per week at offsite locations intermittently during academic semesters:

Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility | 480 Alta Rd, San Diego, CA 92179
East Mesa Reentry Facility | 446 Alta Rd, San Diego, CA 92158

The Restorative Justice Program supports currently and formerly incarcerated students at Southwestern College. This position specifically serves currently incarcerated students. For students taking courses onsite or through asynchronous modalities the Restorative Justice Program staff provide assistance with college enrollment, financial aid applications, ensure students receive the necessary instructional materials and supplies, and more.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under direction of assigned supervisor of record, provide direction for assigned projects, programs, or functional area; serve as a liaison between the program area and the general public, students, staff, and other campus and community officials and groups; develop and maintain relationships with other organizations and schools in the project, program, or functional area; perform a variety of technical and program support duties in support of the assigned project, program, or functional area; and plan, coordinate, and implement assigned operations and activities of the assigned office.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Project Specialist is an advanced-journey level technical classification with incumbents assigned to a grant funded or limited term position. Incumbents perform a full range of project coordination duties in support of assigned project or project area including to participate in the development, implementation, and administration of assigned services and functional areas, participate in budget development and monitoring, and project area policy and procedure development and implementation. Positions at this level coordinate communication and work activities among District staff and community and business groups and partners. Assignments performed at this level require a broad knowledge of assigned project or project area and an in-depth knowledge relative to specific areas.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: two years of college with major course work in public administration, business administration, office automation, or a related field;
AND
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience providing technical and administrative support in a related program area.

One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

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Incumbent must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation that provides access to restricted federal and state installations (military, corrections, etc.).

PREFERRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record may be required for some positions to drive a District or personal vehicle to attend meetings or pick up/deliver documents or other materials.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION

Experience working with currently incarcerated individuals.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics, services, and activities of the functions, programs, and operations of the assigned project or program area.
Goals and objectives of the assigned project or program area.
Basic principles and practices of program development, administration, and review.
Information and research resources available related to areas of assignment.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including applicable sections of the State Education Code and other legal requirements related to area of assignment.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Principles and practices used to establish and maintain files and information retrieval systems.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.

Ability to:

Understand, interpret, and apply administrative and office policies and procedures as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Coordinate and participate in the management of assigned project, program, or program area functions and services.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports.
Respond to requests and inquiries from students, staff, or the public; effectively present information in person or on the telephone to students, staff, or the public.
Use correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact by phone or in person.
Work independently and effectively in the absence of supervision.
Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Coordinate all aspects of the assigned project, program, or program area; ensure compliance with all aspects of program requirements including grant requirements.
Assist in the planning, design, and implementation of project or project elements that support service delivery; participate in processes to define scope and schedule of services and activities; participate in implementation processes.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned projects, functions, and program areas; research, implement, and administer policies, procedures, and changing business practices and processes for assigned area; develop and maintain handbooks, forms, and related policies and procedures
Participate in coordinating assigned activities and functions with other staff, projects, and functions as well as local, state, and federal agencies/jurisdictions, business partners, and the general public; coordinate with, interact with, share knowledge, and develop collaborative relationships.
Represent area of assignment, participate on, and provide staff support to a variety of committees, task forces, and boards; develop agendas and write speaking points; prepare and present presentation materials, staff reports, and other documents as appropriate and necessary; respond to and resolve inquiries and complaints.
Maintain records concerning project activities; process incoming and outgoing documents; prepare and track various documents; prepare reports and briefings on project status, progress, changes, and related items related to scope, schedule, and budget.
Manage data and information used in assigned area including to administer assigned databases; enter and modify data; generate reports; analyze user needs and modify database structure and/or format in response to user needs; train staff on use of database systems; prepare database documentation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; possible exposure to dissatisfied individuals.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information; and to occasionally travel to other offices or locations to attend meetings or to pick up or deliver materials. Travel outside of the San Diego area may be required for some assignments.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: Any application received after the initial screening deadline is not guaranteed a review.

May 19-June 1, 2025-Position advertised; District receives applications
June 1, 2025-Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration. Position is open until filled.
June 9-20, 2025-Reviewing of applications.
June 23-27, 2025-Search Committee interviews candidates
July, 2025-Tentative employment start date pending Governing Board approval.

Job Details

Project Specialist-Restorative Justice

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