"Project Specialist (SC - LGBTQIA+)"

Project Specialist (SC - LGBTQIA+)

Company: South Orange County Community College District

Job Location: Mission Viejo, 92692

Category: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Services

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary: $25.00 Hourly

Location: Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: SC - Non-Bargaining Unit (Part-Time) - Temporary

Job Number: 202400615

Office, Division, or School: SC - College Equity, Inclusion, and Access

Closing Date: 1/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the LGBTQIA+ Project Specialist provides administrative and programmatic support focused on LGBTQIA+ student success and inclusion. This position assists with the planning, coordination, and implementation of events, outreach efforts, and support services aligned with the goals of the LGBTQIA+ program. The incumbent will serve as a resource to students, faculty, and staff, offering information and assistance related to program activities, and may provide work direction to student workers, if assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Provide administrative support for the LGBTQIA+ program, including word processing, data entry, scheduling, and materials preparation.
• Assist in the creation, editing, and distribution of flyers, newsletters, social media content, and other outreach materials promoting LGBTQIA+ events and services.
• Serve as a point of contact for inquiries about the program; provide resources and referrals for students seeking LGBTQIA+ support services.
• Support the planning and execution of LGBTQIA+-focused workshops, events, and educational campaigns, including Pride Month, Trans Awareness Week, and ally trainings.
• Maintain and update digital and physical resource materials related to LGBTQIA+ advocacy, student success, and campus inclusion.
• Participate in the collection and analysis of program data for reports and evaluations required by funding sources.
• Assist with orientation and onboarding of new students involved in LGBTQIA+ programs.
• Monitor and maintain accurate records of program participation, outreach efforts, and community engagement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support LGBTQIA+ inclusion and retention goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Current issues, terminology, and best practices related to LGBTQIA+ inclusion in higher education.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
• Basic principles of outreach, event planning, and student engagement.
• Standards for handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Methods and standards used in processing college forms, records, and correspondence.
• Techniques used in public relations, receptionist duties, and customer service.
• Principles of equity, inclusion, and social justice relevant to the LGBTQIA+ community.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Provide affirming, respectful support to students of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.
• Plan and execute outreach events and engagement strategies aligned with LGBTQIA+ student needs.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically in both oral and written form with students, staff, and the public.
• Perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate modern office equipment and software applications including Canva, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and database tools.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive student issues and data.
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds including racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and disability groups, as well as LGBTQIA+ populations.
• Organize work efficiently to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus stakeholders and community partners.
• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work is primarily performed in a standard office setting and LGBTQIA+ resource or student equity center. The position requires frequent interaction with students, faculty, and staff in person and via phone or digital platforms. May require occasional evening or weekend hours for events and programming. Occasional travel to other campuses or community locations may be required. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting: Sit or stand for prolonged periods. Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, or reach. Lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials up to 25 pounds. Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Use vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Use hearing and speech to communicate clearly in person and on the telephone. Vision and Hearing: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: TBD - Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

Hours per Week: Up to 25