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Student Services Specialist Sr

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Chandler
Feb 24, 2026
Student Services Specialist Sr Job ID: 322398 Location: Chandler-Gilbert Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $20.61 - $26.80/hourly, DOE Grade 111 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Student Services Specialist Senior will assist new and continuing students in career planning, goal-setting, and job seeking strategies. This position will guide students in utilizing career assessments and tools in career exploration and then aligning their choice of major and field of interest to their career goals. The position designs and facilitates workshops aimed at career readiness, employment seeking strategies, and professional skill-building. Additional duties include conducting student appointments, hosting career fairs and events, participating in district wide or college Career Services initiatives, and collaborating with other student services departments to support student success. This position requires the ability to work independently as well as within a team. Essential Functions 30% - Supporting Students Provides professional career advisement to support career exploration & job seeking strategies such as resume/cover letter writing, interview preparation, professional networking, job search techniques, and finding work-based experiences. Provide proactive outreach to undecided or other cohorts of students Meets with students face-to-face and virtually to provide services Monitors, tracks, and reports student data to support reporting assessment and continuous improvement. Implements strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to resolve more complex student services concerns 30% Coordinating Events & Workshops Coordinates projects, events & activities such as career fairs, employer events, & student outreach Creates and facilitates orientations and workshops Designs and updates career materials and resources Collaborates with faculty to embed career exploration & readiness into courses by designing and facilitating in-class workshops as well as consult with faculty on corresponding class assignments 30% - Collaboration with Employers and Departments Hosts employers and community partners for on-campus & virtual events, information sessions, panels, and other opportunities to connect with students from jobs & work-based experiences Maintain accurate employer participation records and communication Collaborates with other student support departments to assist students in career-related topics Creates and facilitates FWS orientations, and advises students on the application process and alignment of FWS positions with major and career goals 10% - Other May provide training to Career Services team members May coordinate office workflow Confers with other CGCC, district, and external partners to meet the needs of students Creates or updates department materials and resources Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of student services or college teaching experience or experience assisting with educational program development and coordination, student advisement, financial aid, or related student development programs. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution. 2. One or more years of experience working in Career Services/Student Services in a college or university setting, workforce development or professional training. 3. Experience administering career assessments and assisting students/job seekers with career exploration tools and resources (such as ONet Interest profiler, Career One Stop, or Job Scan) 4. Experience tracking and reporting data 5. Experience cultivating partnerships with employers/community organization, coordinating job recruitment, or coordinating internships or other work-based experiences 6. Experience developing and presenting group presentations, workshops, or orientations. 7. Proficient technology skills including Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite, career services management databases (such as handshake or simplicity), and other computer skills. 8. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years. * Experience within other community college systems or higher education institutions is valued and may be considered in addition to MCCCD experience. External candidates are encouraged to apply. Special Working Conditions Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://www.maricopa.edu/legal/rmi/vehicle.htm#requirements May be required to work at multiple sites or locations. May be required to work evenings and weekends May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Apply on or before March 1st, 2026 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322398&PostingSeq=1** jeid-70f48f2f34b16f4dac4134be697d2aa3