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UNIT OFFICE MANAGER, MARINA EDUCATION CENTER

Position Number: 7322483
Location: Monterey, CA
Position Type: Administrative Vice Presidents

Monterey Peninsula College

UNIT OFFICE MANAGER, MARINA EDUCATION CENTER

Salary: $4,738.00 - $5,228.00 Monthly
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 2026-00083
Closing: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Monterey Peninsula College and/or Marina Education Center, CA
Division: Marina Education Center

Description

Monterey Peninsula Community College District is committed to educational equity for all students, as outlined in Governing Board Goals, Mission, Vision, Values, and Institutional Goals (Download PDF reader), Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences-emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.

Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, orientations, and intersections of these identities, and others not yet identified. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual dedicated to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

Hold ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Implement positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference; Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and make them more culturally responsive; and collaborate with colleagues on equity-related initiatives.

Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational or career goals. All departments value collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences.
*** Priority Screening Deadline August 23, 2026 ***
Job Summary

Under general direction, perform a wide variety of support and technical activities related to the responsibilities of the Education Center. Receive minimal supervision and make routine decisions within a broad framework of standard policies and procedures. Facilitate the Education Center's activities, provide assistance to Education Center instructors and staff, perform office management duties; exercise good judgment and problem solving skills in the application and execution of decisions and procedures; explain college policies, procedures, standards and requirements; establish and maintain good public relations with staff, students, and the community at large.

The Unit Office Manager for the Marina Education Center is a key operational support position that helps ensure the effective day-to-day functioning of the MPC Marina Campus. The position oversees campus and office operations and provides administrative and operational support to faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors. Responsibilities include coordinating classroom readiness, facilities, equipment, and campus resources; supervising and supporting student employees and volunteers; assisting faculty with instructional resources and campus logistics; coordinating campus events and operational activities; maintaining administrative records and operational processes; and helping ensure compliance with institutional policies while fostering a safe, welcoming, and student-centered campus environment.

Example of Duties

Essential Functions

Essential Functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

Oversee and arrange for the special functions at the Education Center with the Monterey campus staff including student registration, financial aid, academic counseling, supportive services, book store and other student services. Assist in establishing schedules and methods for providing services to students at the Education Center; implement policies and procedures.

Provide routine office, technical and administrative support for faculty and staff which may include but is not limited to: production of documents, including flyers, mailing lists, posters, manuals, letters, memos, and other items using a variety of computer software. Coordinate work flow and work schedules of office staff. Set up and maintain electronic and hardcopy files of all Education Center documents.

Provide support for instructors; coordinate the use and delivery of audio-visual equipment or other specialized equipment for instructors; maintain current instructional equipment inventory lists; request repairs and replacements. Prepare instructor packets including manual and procedures relevant to the Education Center.

Ensure safety and security measures are adhered to at the Education Center; communicate with security personnel to provide adequate safety and security to students, faculty and staff.

Serve as a source of information regarding the policies and procedures of Monterey Peninsula College and the Education Center and how they are applied. Serve as liaison with administrative offices, on and off campus organizations, and students; coordinate courier services between the Monterey campus and Education Center; travel to Monterey campus as required.

Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; assist with the Education Center's course offerings; assist with the development of the Education Center's schedule of classes.

Maintain working knowledge of the College's services to be able to assist or refer student and faculty, as needed.

Coordinate assignment of classroom use; coordinate the needs of the instructors with those of the Education Center; post notices of room changes and cancellations; coordinate key distribution.
Operate standard and specialized office equipment including but not limited to personal computers and software and demonstrate correct usage. Schedule repair and perform trouble- shooting activities.

Facilitate non-standard examination process for make-up exams, pre-requisite challenges and supportive services accommodations by explaining the process, scheduling appointments and proctoring tests.

Maintain office and instructional supplies and order as necessary.

Coordinate the process of students' evaluation of faculty.

Post notices of instructor and staff absences.

Assist with special projects and other duties related to the business of the Education Center.
Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Other Duties

Perform other related duties, as assigned

Train and coordinate student workers.

Participate on committees as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Any combination of education, experience and training that would indicate possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. For example: completion of approximately two years of college level course work, or the equivalent, in office administration or a related field, and three years of administrative experience providing advanced knowledge and skills in current and efficient office procedures and management techniques.

Knowledge

Knowledge of: basic operations, services and activities of an off-site education center within a community college district; general functions, policies, rules and regulations of a complex organization such as a community college; current office methods and practices including filing systems, receptionist and telephone techniques; a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and database programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job.

Abilities

Ability to: understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions; prioritize and do several tasks simultaneously; accurately and efficiently use a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and database programs to create and produce communications, reports, spreadsheets and other documents; learn and successfully use new software programs; use appropriate and correct English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; learn and successfully apply office policies and procedures; analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; efficiently use a variety of office equipment; maintain security and confidentiality of records and information; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Physical Effort/Work Environment: Light to moderate physical effort; occasional standing and walking; periodic handling of lightweight parcels of up to 15 pounds. Indoor work environment. Occasional travel between the Education Center and Monterey campus.

Desirable Qualifications

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Demonstrated customer service and administrative support experience in a professional, educational, or public-facing environment.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Adobe Acrobat, and other standard office technologies.
Experience supporting the daily operations of a campus, office, or similar organization, including coordinating facilities, resources, and operational logistics.
Demonstrated project management, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising, training, scheduling, or supporting student employees, volunteers, or other staff.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, staff, community partners, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional customer service and fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and student-centered environment.

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

Work Schedule
40 hours per week/ 12 months per year

Assigned Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Management reserves the right to change schedules as needed

Salary Range
$4,738 (Step A) - $5,228 (Step C) + GREAT Benefits Package

How to Apply

Visit http://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/employment and select "classified and other positions." Here you will find the job announcement and the "apply" button in the upper right hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user account.

Complete all required fields of the application AND
Attach a PDF of your cover letter that describes why you are interested in the position and how your background applies to the major duties of the position, and please address each of the desirable qualifications listed in this job announcement (2 pages maximum). AND
Attach a .pdf of your resume

Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. Human Resources does not accept additional materials such as letters of reference, test scores from other institutions, certificates of courses/programs completed, letters of commendation from schools, or transcripts with your application. Such items, if included, will not be forwarded to the selection committee. If you are a finalist, HR will request any reference information that is required. Monterey Peninsula College reserves the right to close or continue the recruitment at any time.

For questions, please contact:

Gerardo Cardenas Hernandez - HR Specialist
gcardenashernandez@mpc.edu

CANDIDATE TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT
Monterey Peninsula College will provide up to $1,000 travel reimbursement to eligible candidates. A candidate is eligible for travel reimbursement when they have participated in an in-person interview for first- and/or second-level interviews, and when they live 50 miles or more from the College.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mpc/jobs/5406274/unit-office-manager-marina-education-center