Job Details

Community Education Coordinator

Position Number: 6852687
Location: Merced, CA
Position Type: Adult and Continuing Education Programs

Community Education Coordinator

Salary: $4,308.00 - $5,451.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 20260113
Closing: 1/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College Business Resource Center, CA
Department:

The Community Education Coordinator works with a dedicated team to provide participants with opportunities to learn, grow, and develop. This position requires creativity, strong leadership, and exceptional customer service skills, along with the ability to successfully deliver educational opportunities for both children and adults. We are looking for someone who is willing to think outside the box and be an innovator in how Community Education operates, bringing fresh ideas and new approaches to engage learners and expand program offerings. The ability to create and maintain strong community partnerships and relationships is essential to enhancing programming and connecting our department with local organizations and resources. Each summer, the Community Education Coordinator will lead the team in offering College for Kids - an experience that demands high energy, multi-tasking ability, and a knack for working collaboratively with instructors, parents, and children. If you are passionate about education, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy creating unique learning experiences while building meaningful community connections, we'd love to hear from you!
As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college - we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California's Central Valley.

Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.

If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team.

Merced College Mission
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement

Merced College promoters student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

Salary Schedule
Range 19
40 hours/week
12 months/year

General Description:
Under limited supervision, responsible for the coordination of the day-to-day operation of the Community Services/Education Office in the provision of professional and community educational programs; performs technical and clerical duties involving the use of considerable independent judgment, initiative and interaction with the general public.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

Develop classes, workshops, promotional materials, press releases, training manuals, newsletters, and/or brochures
Responsible for accurate instructor hire forms and timely payment of instructors upon class completion
Assist instructors with preparing materials, contacting students and preparing classroom as needed
Maintain prompt and friendly customer service in person and over the phone
Register participants for classes, workshops, and events and sells tickets over the counter in the office as needed
Prepare daily deposit of monies collected as assigned by director
Process sensitive information such as credit card numbers, login or password information
Order supplies and materials
Handle logistical details of classes, including classroom keys and assignments, room signs, late registrations, and student questions
Maintain records and updates database on students and classes
Update website & database descriptions regarding classes, class requirements, and student receipts
Prepare and distribute community education surveys and class reviews
Introduce speakers/presenters to theater audiences in director's absence
Assist with training and supervision of subordinate employees, student assistants, and summer volunteers
Plan, schedule and organize summer programs, including adult classes, aquatics, youth classes, sports camps, high school leadership camp, preschool camp, and summer theater
Assist with grant and/or proposal writing
Assist and participate in fundraising activities
Travel to other relevant community venues as required, in support of curricular activities
Schedule employees to meet all classes to take new registration and roll
Maintain current class files, daily financial reports, and current instructor information
May be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends
Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

Modern office practices and procedures
Community services programs
Computers and basic applications, including word, registration software, database procedures, and spreadsheets

Ability to:

Interpret and apply program rules and regulations
Work in a fast-paced environment
Use initiative and resourcefulness in completing work assignments and in implementing long range program improvements
Work both effectively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision
Maintain a varying work schedule as needed, including some evenings and weekends
Establish priorities
Maintain supplies, equipment, and/or service ordering and inventory control
Maintain detailed and highly organized records and files
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Typical Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma OR GED AND two (2) years applicable experience OR
The equivalent education and experience

Desired:

Ability to speak fluent Spanish
Some college coursework preferred

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites

Physical Ability to:

Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
Read printed matter and computer screens
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:
Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage.

Employee Benefits:
Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:
The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office. Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/5197555/community-education-coordinator