New River Community College
Counseling (Part-Time Pool)
New River Community College, Camarillo, California, United States, 93012
Overview
Counseling (Part-Time Pool) – Ventura County Community College District Location: Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA. Department: Districtwide. Job Type: Part-Time Faculty. Job Number: 2025-00529. Closing: Continuous. We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for future consideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at any of our three colleges (Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura). Applications submitted to this pool will be kept on file for the Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters and may be considered if a vacancy becomes available within the academic year. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.
What you’ll do
Under the general supervision of a dean, a Counselor (Non-Contract/Temporary) provides comprehensive counseling, career guidance, and advisement services to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of developing and facilitating the attainment of their academic, vocational and personal objectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Code sections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.
Who we are
The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD’s three colleges – Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College – offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement. The district is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff dedicated to the success of all college students and to creating an inclusive educational and work environment. The district does not engage in employment practices that discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.
Representative Duties
Provide comprehensive academic, personal and vocational counseling to students; assist students in developing educational plans and acquisition of college survival skills; foster academic success to retain students; assist students in the selection of a course of study, major, or certificate program. Refer students to appropriate support services, programs, resources, and other professionals based on need and eligibility for assistance; monitor academic progress; and counsel students on academic probation. Develop individual plans with students preparing to enter the labor market; identify skill training needs and opportunities for student internship, job search, work experience/work-study and employment. Counsel students regarding career choices, goal setting, and decision making; provide information on the matriculation process and program requirements at other colleges or universities. Assist in the development of outreach activities to identify and recruit eligible students and facilitate their enrollment in the college. Conduct orientation events to familiarize students with the location and function of college programs and services, including the application and registration process, academic and grading standards, college terminology, course add and drop procedures and related rules, and financial aid application procedures. Maintain current, accurate records of counseling sessions; assist in compiling statistical data and prepare reports related to program operations, activities, and progress. Assist in the preparation of counseling-related publications and presentation of workshops for targeted populations. Advocate for students with special needs and collaborate with college instructors, counselors, and other campus and community resources to assist students in the pursuit of their educational goals. Assist in the development and implementation of programs focusing on access and retention for targeted populations. Provide work direction to others. Perform related duties as assigned.
E = Essential Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent; OR possession of a valid California Community College Teaching Credential appropriate to the discipline. Note: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline. All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university. If you have completed your education outside the United States, see the Foreign Transcripts section for additional information.
EQUIVALENCY
The district recognizes that candidates may attain expertise through various means. If your transcripts do not list the exact degree title, you may complete and submit the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency with your application for review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee. See the detailed guidance in the posting for how equivalency is reviewed.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
If a vacancy becomes available, applications in this pool will be reviewed by the hiring department. Complete packets with required documents and minimum qualifications will be reviewed. Qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Outline education, training and experience in detail in the application and supplemental questions. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
For assistance with the online application system, contact GovernmentJobs applicant support at their number. All applicants, including current employees, must submit the required documents. Materials in district personnel files will not be considered unless included in the application packet. A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application. All sections must be filled out; resumes are not a substitute for the Work Experience section. Cover Letter. Include: date, your name, position and locations applied for, your understanding of diverse student backgrounds, and how you will contribute to the VCCCD community. Resume. Letters of recommendation (optional). Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable). Complete official or unofficial college/university transcripts. Transcripts must show degree title and conferral date. Foreign transcripts: if coursework is not from a CHEA/U.S. Department of Education accredited institution, include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with the application materials. See the CHEA and U.S. Department of Education resources for approved evaluation agencies. Pay Philosophy: Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educational achievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is within the starting salary range; advancements based on longevity and educational growth. See the Explanation of Salary Placement for Part-Time Faculty for more information. Starting salary for part-time faculty with non-classroom assignments ranges from $3,209 to $4,146 per semester per 10% load. Salaries governed by the AFT contract. Verification of all part-time teaching experience is required within 30 days of offer. Accommodations: If you require a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, notify the Human Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to the interview. Document this request in an email to HRMail@vcccd.edu with the type and extent of accommodation needed. For more information about the recruitment process, please visit the Academic Careers page. To apply, please visit the external link provided in the original posting.
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Counseling (Part-Time Pool) – Ventura County Community College District Location: Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA. Department: Districtwide. Job Type: Part-Time Faculty. Job Number: 2025-00529. Closing: Continuous. We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for future consideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at any of our three colleges (Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura). Applications submitted to this pool will be kept on file for the Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters and may be considered if a vacancy becomes available within the academic year. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.
What you’ll do
Under the general supervision of a dean, a Counselor (Non-Contract/Temporary) provides comprehensive counseling, career guidance, and advisement services to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of developing and facilitating the attainment of their academic, vocational and personal objectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Code sections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.
Who we are
The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD’s three colleges – Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College – offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement. The district is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff dedicated to the success of all college students and to creating an inclusive educational and work environment. The district does not engage in employment practices that discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.
Representative Duties
Provide comprehensive academic, personal and vocational counseling to students; assist students in developing educational plans and acquisition of college survival skills; foster academic success to retain students; assist students in the selection of a course of study, major, or certificate program. Refer students to appropriate support services, programs, resources, and other professionals based on need and eligibility for assistance; monitor academic progress; and counsel students on academic probation. Develop individual plans with students preparing to enter the labor market; identify skill training needs and opportunities for student internship, job search, work experience/work-study and employment. Counsel students regarding career choices, goal setting, and decision making; provide information on the matriculation process and program requirements at other colleges or universities. Assist in the development of outreach activities to identify and recruit eligible students and facilitate their enrollment in the college. Conduct orientation events to familiarize students with the location and function of college programs and services, including the application and registration process, academic and grading standards, college terminology, course add and drop procedures and related rules, and financial aid application procedures. Maintain current, accurate records of counseling sessions; assist in compiling statistical data and prepare reports related to program operations, activities, and progress. Assist in the preparation of counseling-related publications and presentation of workshops for targeted populations. Advocate for students with special needs and collaborate with college instructors, counselors, and other campus and community resources to assist students in the pursuit of their educational goals. Assist in the development and implementation of programs focusing on access and retention for targeted populations. Provide work direction to others. Perform related duties as assigned.
E = Essential Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent; OR possession of a valid California Community College Teaching Credential appropriate to the discipline. Note: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline. All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university. If you have completed your education outside the United States, see the Foreign Transcripts section for additional information.
EQUIVALENCY
The district recognizes that candidates may attain expertise through various means. If your transcripts do not list the exact degree title, you may complete and submit the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency with your application for review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee. See the detailed guidance in the posting for how equivalency is reviewed.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
If a vacancy becomes available, applications in this pool will be reviewed by the hiring department. Complete packets with required documents and minimum qualifications will be reviewed. Qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Outline education, training and experience in detail in the application and supplemental questions. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
For assistance with the online application system, contact GovernmentJobs applicant support at their number. All applicants, including current employees, must submit the required documents. Materials in district personnel files will not be considered unless included in the application packet. A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application. All sections must be filled out; resumes are not a substitute for the Work Experience section. Cover Letter. Include: date, your name, position and locations applied for, your understanding of diverse student backgrounds, and how you will contribute to the VCCCD community. Resume. Letters of recommendation (optional). Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable). Complete official or unofficial college/university transcripts. Transcripts must show degree title and conferral date. Foreign transcripts: if coursework is not from a CHEA/U.S. Department of Education accredited institution, include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with the application materials. See the CHEA and U.S. Department of Education resources for approved evaluation agencies. Pay Philosophy: Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educational achievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is within the starting salary range; advancements based on longevity and educational growth. See the Explanation of Salary Placement for Part-Time Faculty for more information. Starting salary for part-time faculty with non-classroom assignments ranges from $3,209 to $4,146 per semester per 10% load. Salaries governed by the AFT contract. Verification of all part-time teaching experience is required within 30 days of offer. Accommodations: If you require a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, notify the Human Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to the interview. Document this request in an email to HRMail@vcccd.edu with the type and extent of accommodation needed. For more information about the recruitment process, please visit the Academic Careers page. To apply, please visit the external link provided in the original posting.
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