Contra Costa Community College District
Adjunct Counselor/General (TEMPORARY)
Contra Costa Community College District, Martinez, California, United States, 94553
Description
The position will require the individual to use a variety of counseling techniques and strategies to provide academic, career, and personal counseling services to all students. The individual will deliver services through teaching counseling and career related courses and conducting one-on-one appointments. Target Student Populations
General counseling Embedded math counseling Instruction in CAREER and COUNS courses (including teaching at local high schools) Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live. The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions. Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to advance this vital mission. Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds. If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries
Please contact Paula Stanfield, MSW pstanfield@dvc.edu Position Details
Location Posting Number F01283 Number of Openings: 1 (Openings Pool) Initial salary placement for full-time, tenure track positions ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (Up to $132k). Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$128.97 per hour (up to $151.16). Counseling, Librarian, Disabilities Specialist pay rate is $51.37-$87.77 per hour (up to $100.65). Position Status: EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty Department: D4000-Counseling Division Discipline: Counseling Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to contractual duties, including counseling and program coordination, all faculty are expected to actively participate in their disciplines, departmental activities, and college governance. Counseling duties may include evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting students with decision-making and exploration of educational, career, and personal goals Developing Student Educational Plans (SEPs) Holding individual appointments, drop-in sessions, workshops, and evening/weekend availability Collaborating with instructional faculty to support institutional goals Participating in college governance, departmental/division meetings, and committees Promoting a counseling philosophy that integrates mentoring and student support Participating in required training, conferences, regional meetings, outreach, orientations, and community/cultural events Engaging in professional development activities Creating an environment that supports students in transferring and succeeding academically Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of counseling techniques and student support strategies Engaging in outreach to feeder high schools and community organizations Adhering to professional conduct and ethical standards Performing other related duties as assigned Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty. Qualifications
Applicants must possess one of the following (degrees must be from an accredited institution): Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage/family/child counseling OR A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time counseling OR The equivalent (If you do not have the exact listed degree but believe you qualify based on equivalent education or experience, please complete and upload the equivalency form in the application.) Any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred). Résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position Cover letter explaining your interest in the position. Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to student learning and success in a diverse, open-access community college environment Ability to teach courses/workshops in college success, personal development, and/or career development Sensitivity and ability to effectively counsel and teach traditionally underrepresented and underprepared students from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds Ability to work collaboratively to support community college student success Application and Selection
Open Date: 10/30/2025 Close Date: 11/28/2025 Open Until Filled: No Employment Begins: 2026 Spring Months: 10 Benefits
Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) and district-paid benefits for employees and dependents/domestic partners include medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending, life and long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, deferred compensation, sabbatical leave, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts. Newly hired employees may join a union with applicable fees as per Local 1 or United Faculty. How to Apply
1. Submit all application materials online. We do not accept hand-delivered, e-mailed, faxed or postal mailed packets. 2. Ensure that all application materials are received. You should submit unofficial transcripts for screening; official transcripts may be required prior to employment start date if offered. 3. If applying under equivalency, submit the District’s Equivalency Application with supporting documentation. 4. For foreign degrees, obtain a NACES evaluation prior to equivalency process and upload with application. Foreign degree evaluations after the closing date cannot be accepted. 5. Upload only the required documents; other materials may be provided at interview. Documents uploaded online become the property of the district. 6. All application materials become district property and will not be returned or duplicated. Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure minimum qualifications are met. The process includes a screening committee review, campus interview with possible demonstration, and verification of transcripts, TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/clearance, and work eligibility documentation prior to hire. Foreign Degree and Credit Statement
All foreign degrees used to meet minimum qualifications must be evaluated by a NACES agency prior to equivalency, and the evaluation must be uploaded with the application. Reasonable Accommodation and Medical Verification
Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying Human Resources. Medical verification may be requested as needed. Contact: slever@4cd.edu The district is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in its programs or activities on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or other protected characteristics. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please explain how you meet the minimum job qualifications. Include the degree requirements listed above. * Describe your commitment to student learning and success in providing academic and career counseling to diverse student populations. * Describe your experience designing and facilitating workshops or courses related to academic, career, and personal success. Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcript (must show degree conferred) Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency) [Optional] Application for Equivalency Unofficial Transcript 2 Unofficial Transcript 3 Unofficial Transcript 4 Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Candidate Employment Notice:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee authorizing employment in the United States.
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The position will require the individual to use a variety of counseling techniques and strategies to provide academic, career, and personal counseling services to all students. The individual will deliver services through teaching counseling and career related courses and conducting one-on-one appointments. Target Student Populations
General counseling Embedded math counseling Instruction in CAREER and COUNS courses (including teaching at local high schools) Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live. The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions. Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to advance this vital mission. Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds. If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries
Please contact Paula Stanfield, MSW pstanfield@dvc.edu Position Details
Location Posting Number F01283 Number of Openings: 1 (Openings Pool) Initial salary placement for full-time, tenure track positions ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (Up to $132k). Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$128.97 per hour (up to $151.16). Counseling, Librarian, Disabilities Specialist pay rate is $51.37-$87.77 per hour (up to $100.65). Position Status: EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty Department: D4000-Counseling Division Discipline: Counseling Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to contractual duties, including counseling and program coordination, all faculty are expected to actively participate in their disciplines, departmental activities, and college governance. Counseling duties may include evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting students with decision-making and exploration of educational, career, and personal goals Developing Student Educational Plans (SEPs) Holding individual appointments, drop-in sessions, workshops, and evening/weekend availability Collaborating with instructional faculty to support institutional goals Participating in college governance, departmental/division meetings, and committees Promoting a counseling philosophy that integrates mentoring and student support Participating in required training, conferences, regional meetings, outreach, orientations, and community/cultural events Engaging in professional development activities Creating an environment that supports students in transferring and succeeding academically Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of counseling techniques and student support strategies Engaging in outreach to feeder high schools and community organizations Adhering to professional conduct and ethical standards Performing other related duties as assigned Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty. Qualifications
Applicants must possess one of the following (degrees must be from an accredited institution): Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage/family/child counseling OR A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time counseling OR The equivalent (If you do not have the exact listed degree but believe you qualify based on equivalent education or experience, please complete and upload the equivalency form in the application.) Any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred). Résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position Cover letter explaining your interest in the position. Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to student learning and success in a diverse, open-access community college environment Ability to teach courses/workshops in college success, personal development, and/or career development Sensitivity and ability to effectively counsel and teach traditionally underrepresented and underprepared students from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds Ability to work collaboratively to support community college student success Application and Selection
Open Date: 10/30/2025 Close Date: 11/28/2025 Open Until Filled: No Employment Begins: 2026 Spring Months: 10 Benefits
Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) and district-paid benefits for employees and dependents/domestic partners include medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending, life and long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, deferred compensation, sabbatical leave, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts. Newly hired employees may join a union with applicable fees as per Local 1 or United Faculty. How to Apply
1. Submit all application materials online. We do not accept hand-delivered, e-mailed, faxed or postal mailed packets. 2. Ensure that all application materials are received. You should submit unofficial transcripts for screening; official transcripts may be required prior to employment start date if offered. 3. If applying under equivalency, submit the District’s Equivalency Application with supporting documentation. 4. For foreign degrees, obtain a NACES evaluation prior to equivalency process and upload with application. Foreign degree evaluations after the closing date cannot be accepted. 5. Upload only the required documents; other materials may be provided at interview. Documents uploaded online become the property of the district. 6. All application materials become district property and will not be returned or duplicated. Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure minimum qualifications are met. The process includes a screening committee review, campus interview with possible demonstration, and verification of transcripts, TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/clearance, and work eligibility documentation prior to hire. Foreign Degree and Credit Statement
All foreign degrees used to meet minimum qualifications must be evaluated by a NACES agency prior to equivalency, and the evaluation must be uploaded with the application. Reasonable Accommodation and Medical Verification
Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying Human Resources. Medical verification may be requested as needed. Contact: slever@4cd.edu The district is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in its programs or activities on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or other protected characteristics. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please explain how you meet the minimum job qualifications. Include the degree requirements listed above. * Describe your commitment to student learning and success in providing academic and career counseling to diverse student populations. * Describe your experience designing and facilitating workshops or courses related to academic, career, and personal success. Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcript (must show degree conferred) Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency) [Optional] Application for Equivalency Unofficial Transcript 2 Unofficial Transcript 3 Unofficial Transcript 4 Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Candidate Employment Notice:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee authorizing employment in the United States.
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