EOPS/CARE & CalWORKS Technician

Priority Application Deadline: October 17, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Students: Join Taft College as an EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs Technician!

Are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers to success? Do you enjoy guiding individuals through processes, connecting them with resources, and seeing them thrive? If so, Taft College invites you to apply for the role of EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs Technician and play an essential part in supporting student success.

The Opportunity:

As the EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs Technician, you will provide specialized support to students in the EOPS, CARE, and CalWORKs programs, ensuring they receive the resources and guidance needed to succeed academically and personally. You’ll supervise peer mentors, coordinate directly with the Department of Human Services, and assist students with program requirements, applications, and eligibility. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting students as they pursue their education and future goals.

What You'll Do:

Guide and Support Students: Assist students through program eligibility, applications, and enrollment while connecting them to on- and off-campus resources.
Coordinate and Communicate: Collaborate with the Department of Human Services, faculty, staff, and community agencies to ensure students receive comprehensive support.
Empower Student Success: Provide clear information, monitor progress, and celebrate student achievements.
Keep Programs Running Smoothly: Manage budgets, invoices, student timesheets, supplies, and program data using tools such as Banner, Cognos, SARS, and Excel.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The duties listed below are representative of the role, though not all-inclusive. Additional related duties may be assigned.

Prepare and complete EOPS/CARE & CalWORKS documents, verify enrollment information, interview and inform students concerning eligibility.
Maintain current knowledge of state programs regarding changes in eligibility requirements, application procedures and other related topics.
Attend meetings, workshops and conferences.
Coordinate communication and activities with the Department of Human Services.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records, files and reports related to student and EOPS/CARE & CalWORKS activities.
Operate a variety of office equipment.
Assist in planning, organizing, developing and coordinating meetings and social functions.
Record and manage student files, grade records and work study placement.
Provide monthly student progress reports to the Department of Human Services per the CalWORKs county contract.
Interprets and orally explains EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs information to students, community agencies, faculty, staff and the general public.
Distribute and collect work-study placement supervisory evaluations.
Develops and provides complete and current written information to EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs students, application procedures and eligibility criteria.
Update and maintain the EOPS/CARE & CalWORKS website and Comevo page.
Assist, monitor expenditures with all four budgets, which will include contract with Kern County Department of Human Services, Work-Study contract requirements and review these functions with the Coordinator.
Collect and input MIS data and program effectiveness measures using software such as Banner, Cognos, SARS, Degree Works, Excel and Laserfiche.
Receive and relay telephone calls as directed and schedules appointments as needed.
Make referrals to on campus and off campus resources.
Check the quality of work-study timesheets and ensure they are free from error according to California labor laws.
Create and manage invoices for billing to Department of Human Services.
Manage inventory of office and student supplies.
Manage/maintain student worker, training, timesheets and evaluations as needed.
Attend unit meetings at the Department of Human Services offices in Taft or Bakersfield.
Performs a variety of specialized clerical duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

An applicant can meet minimum qualifications in one of two ways as listed below:

High school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of clerical experience using modern office technology including proficiency with database, spreadsheet and word processing software such as Microsoft Access, Excel and Word OR
Associate Degree or equivalent and two (2) years of clerical experience using modern office technology including proficiency with database, spreadsheet and word processing software such as Microsoft Access, Excel and Word AND
A passion for helping students succeed and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable Qualifications

Bilingual: Spanish/English.
Experience in public education.
Experience working with SCT Banner
State and Federal reporting experience.
Qualifying related work experience may include, verifying documents to determine eligibility, conducting needs assessments; making referrals for services on-campus; interviewing students and providing program information.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment, with travel to off-site locations for outreach, recruitment, research, workshops, training, and meetings. Assignments are typically 40 hours per week and 12 months per year. Fall and Spring work Monday-Friday 8am-5:00pm and summer work Monday-Thursday 7:00am to 5pm. May require overtime or evening hours throughout the year.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations will be made for candidates and employees with physical disabilities

Ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations.
Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
Ability to see for purposes of reading laws, codes, rules, policies and other printed materials.
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
Ability to bend and twist and lift and carry 15 pounds.
Ability to reach in all directions.
Manual dexterity to handle or operate materials and equipment.

Hours, Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, 12-month per year position with fantastic benefits. At the West Kern Community College District, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including District-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents. We also offer a generous vacation plan to help you recharge. In addition, you’ll be eligible to participate in the CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement systems, with the option to enhance your retirement savings through 457b and 403b optional retirement plans. This is an incredible opportunity to secure both your present and future while working with a dynamic team!

This position is a Range 21 on the Classified Salary Schedule with a range of $26.38- $35.23 per hour. This position is categorically funded and continued employment is contingent on availability of funding.

Ready to jump in? Follow these simple steps to submit your application:

Completed your online application and submit through https://www.taftcollege.edu/human-resources/job_opportunities/
Attach the following documents
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Transcripts for all degrees listed, Unofficial are acceptable at this time.
- Provide contact information for three professional references, including your most recent supervisor. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept letters of reference.

Next Steps:

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! After the closing date, all applications will be carefully reviewed and evaluated based on minimum qualifications and relevant experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for an interview. We look forward to learning more about how you can contribute to our mission and make an impact at Taft College!

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity . The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.

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EOPS/CARE & CalWORKS Technician

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