Job description

Salary: $86,901.00 – $121,795.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time Contract Faculty

Job Number: 21-01392

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Counseling

Closing: Continuous

Description

FILING DEADLINE

Position is open until filled. Initial application review deadline is November 10, 2025. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate’s responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials, noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: The following timeline dates are tentative and subject to change, as determined by the screening committee:

• Application Review Deadline: 11/10/25
• First Round of Interviews: 12/8/25 – 12/12/25
• Finalist Interviews: 12/15/25 – 12/19/25
• Start Date: 1/12/26

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary Range: Yearly Salary of $86,901 – $121,795 (25/26 Faculty Salary Schedule); Placement within this range is determined by teaching experience, other related professional experience, and academic degrees. Contracted salary is for 177 days per year (August through May) as specified in the All Faculty Association Contract, Article 8. AFA Contract – Articles. The salary for this position will be prorated to 50% since the appointment begins in January 2026.
• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive benefit package which includes health & welfare (medical/dental/vision/life/long-term disability) benefits for employees and eligible dependents

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking an individual with demonstrated instructional skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and instructional administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly, our students. This is a full-time, regular contract position in the Counseling Department at Santa Rosa Junior College, beginning Spring Semester, January 2026. Appointments are contingent upon funding and Board approval.

We are seeking equity-minded faculty who are committed to educating our diverse student population. SRJC supports equal access for all students and multi-ethnic global perspectives and cultural competencies. We value diversity that supports honesty and integrity in an environment of collegiality and mutual respect and compassion that includes civic engagement opportunities that contribute to real world problem solving and empathy to identify the challenges and address the needs of others. Candidates must have demonstrated instructional skills to join our outstanding team of faculty, staff and administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Counseling Department provides counseling and instruction to current and prospective students. Counselors provide academic, vocational and career related information that assists each individual in achieving their immediate and long range academic and occupational goals. Counseling is an integral, complementary part of the instructional process that facilitates educational equity and retention. The Counseling Department participates in the educational experience by creating a climate that supports learning as well as self-understanding in order to promote effective decision-making and encourages students to develop personal responsibility in order to achieve their goals and aspirations benefiting themselves, the college and the community.

Counseling Department website

Key Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Generalist assigned to the Santa Rosa Campus serves as a regular member of the Counseling Department faculty with a potential assignment to support general students and those participating in special programs such as: Health Science programs, Athletics, International, Veterans, Probation/Dismissal, Transfer, Career, MESA, Credit and Non-Credit EMLS, Second Chance and Rising Scholars, etc. in the development and delivery of counseling services related to transfer, vocational/occupational programs, and academic skill development.

The Generalist will be assigned responsibilities including but not limited to developing and monitoring programs that address student educational goals and plans, follow up activities, and creating curriculum that strengthens the ability of our students to complete their academic goals in a reasonable time frame. Counselors teach counseling classes, conduct orientations, lead workshops and seminars; assist in developing and implementing necessary outreach and retention programs to meet needs identified by the college and its mission.

SRJC offers counseling services and courses at two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, as well as multiple satellite locations within the district, including on-line. While the primary assignment is the Santa Rosa Campus, please note the district reserves the right of assignment to any location, and that assignments could involve any combination of day or evening services. Counselors assume responsibility for maintaining currency in the field and for updating existing courses and developing new curricula (including courses that serve community needs, such as short, non-credit, or on-line courses); assisting in the assessment of student learning outcomes; participating in department activities and other college service such as committee work; and participating in community outreach on behalf of the college.

Article 17 (Download PDF reader)

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications exactly as listed above for disciplines of interest, or they must file for equivalency (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) in order to be considered. Candidates who are requesting equivalency consideration are responsible for documenting all course work, degree programs and related professional experience at the time of application. For questions regarding the equivalency process, please contact Human Resources. Please also see the Equivalency Guide for Faculty Applicants (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) and the Faculty Minimum Qualifications Self-Evaluation Checklist for more information.

Required Qualifications:
Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent (NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

Requires a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated recent academic Counseling experience, particularly in a community college or related setting.
• Teaching and presentation experience, particularly in a community college or related setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds who have a broad range of academic skills, language abilities, motivation and educational/occupational goals.
• Experience counseling disproportionately impacted students.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity practices and advocacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students whom English is not their primary language (i.e. ELL, first generation, undocumented)
• Demonstrated experience with computer technology, social media, and web-based technology, particularly related to academic counseling in a community college setting.
• Knowledgeable with systems in monitoring student progress (i.e. Banner, DegreeWorks, CRM Advise, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative.
• Previous counseling experience working with students in special populations, including but not limited to: Athletics, Health Science programs, International students, Veterans, students on Probation/Dismissal, Transfer students, Career Counseling, MESA and STEM Counseling, Credit and Non-Credit EMLS, Second Chance and Rising Scholars students, CTE Programs, etc.

Candidate Accommodations:

• Candidates must be able to perform the job duties included in this job posting in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Human Resources Department.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment):

1. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
2. Must be fingerprinted in California (no exceptions) and have background clearance (at applicant’s expense).
3. Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer remote only’ assignments).
4. Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
5. Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX, Mandated Reporter.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT

Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. SRJC is a public two-year community college, which serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and our newest site in the Roseland area of the City of Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program, or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person. Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

• Office of the President
• Student Services
• Accreditation
• SRJC Factbook

VISION: Santa Rosa Junior College commits to setting the standard in cultivating an accessible, open, barrier-free, sustainable environment for students, employees, and the community. The college envisions equitable, impactful, transformative, enriching, and holistic learning opportunities that inspire our students to thrive.

MISSION: Santa Rosa Junior College transforms the lives of our culturally rich student body, employees, and community by cultivating a welcoming and antiracist environment, centered on social responsibility and cultural awareness. We offer exceptional teaching and learning in support of associate degree, certificate, transfer preparation, workforce preparation and community education programs, integrated with comprehensive student support services.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position/assignment. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the District mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community.

Non Discrimination

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non- discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities– including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics–and application for District employment. SRJC Strategic Plan
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure)
Sonoma County Junior College District’s annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. Link to read or obtain a full copy of this report. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by visiting the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus.

How to apply

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