Salary : $55,188.00 - $63,888.00 Annually
Location : North County Campus & San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type : Full Time - 12 Months / 100% FTE
Job Number : FY2526-00092
Division : Student Success & Support Programs
Department : Student Success & Support Programs
Opening Date : 11 / 20 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 18 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
DEFINITION
Under general supervision of the cluster Dean and in collaboration with the location specific Division Chairs, implement processes that affect and involve faculty and students at various levels of College programs; perform difficult, complex, and responsible secretarial / clerical work requiring interpretation of written and / or financial documents, the ability to independently assemble data and information, and the ability to compile reports that require considerable independent judgment.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in the Division / Department Assistant class are distinguished from other positions in the secretarial series by the requirement that incumbents perform duties related to particular instructional or service programs involving direct student contact and requiring a working knowledge of college organization, programs, college regulations and procedures. Incumbent must have the ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality; may train and oversee the work of student and temporary assistants, and classified employees.
Incumbents in this position support student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by serving as first contact and main support for students, staff, and faculty.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.
Who We Are
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Essential Functions & Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions of particular positions within classifications may vary because job duties may vary by work location.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education : Preferred
Experience : Required
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
Physical ability to :
License and Certificates (current within the last year or must be continuously current) :
Required
Additional Information
This position may require working hours in the evening.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
Diversity Statement Instructions : Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.
Reference List Instructions : Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position . LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices : on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address :
Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit :
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview on Friday, February 6, 2026.
TO : New Employees
FROM : Human Resources
SUBJECT : Benefits for Classified & Management Employees
Cuesta College's Benefits website :
Employees who work half-time or more are entitled to receive fringe benefits. The fringe allocation is money from the District to help cover the cost of insurance. Employees working half-time or more are eligible to participate in the District's medical, dental and vision insurance.
Employees with a work assignment of 50% to 74% of full time will receive one-half of the above stated fringe allocation.
If your insurance rate exceeds your fringe allocation, the balance will be deducted from your monthly payroll check. If the insurance plans selected cost less than the fringe allocation, any excess amount will be returned to the District. For more information about how fringe benefits are determined please refer to the collective bargaining agreement between SLO Community College District and Cuesta College Classified United Employees (CCCUE) or the Board of Trustees policy regarding management employees.
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 805-546-3129 or hr@cuesta.edu.
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Student Assistant • San Luis Obispo, CA, United States