Director of Student Services Jobs in California
Director of Student Services jobs in California are consistently in demand, concentrated in K-12 school districts, community college systems, and four-year universities, with openings for candidates from early-career student affairs coordinators through senior district-level administrators. Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area generate the largest share of postings, anchored by employers like the Los Angeles Unified School District, the California State University system, and the University of California system. The most sought-after specialties in California include special education compliance, student equity and support programs, and Title IX coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerSan Diego State University
Top citySan Diego, CA
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Work type59% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work
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Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
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Contra Costa Community College District
Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
Martinez, California
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Executive Assistant of Student Services
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Taft College
Executive Assistant of Student Services
Taft, California
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Program Manager for Advising and Student Success (Student Services Professional IV)
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San Diego State University
Program Manager for Advising and Student Success (Student Services Professional IV)
San Diego, California
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Counselor/Coordinator, Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS) (Full-Time, Categorically Funded) Reedley College
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State Center Community College District
Counselor/Coordinator, Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS) (Full-Time, Categorically Funded) Reedley College
Fresno, California
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Student Information Systems Specialist IV – Technology Services (2026-27)
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Oakland Unified School District
Student Information Systems Specialist IV – Technology Services (2026-27)
Oakland, California
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Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
Contra Costa Community College District·Martinez, California
Job functions:
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
Posting Number: F01380
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary:
Description of Position:
The Counseling Department at Contra Costa Community College is accepting applications for an Adjunct DSPS Counseling faculty (part time). This is a temporary assignment that begins January 2027.
The Counseling Department at Contra Costa Community College (on behalf of DSPS) is accepting applications for a DSPS adjunct counseling faculty (temporary). This assignment is specifically for Spring 2027. The DSPS Counselor hired to this position will provide specialized academic, career, personal, and disability management counseling to students with disabilities. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated counselor who has a strong commitment to working with and advocating for historically underserved and underrepresented communities, exhibits knowledge of ADA and Title V compliance and expertise, and is collaborative and engaged in departmental and institutional initiatives.
The student population of Contra Costa College (CCC) reflects its surrounding diverse communities. CCC is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI) as well as several predominantly historically disadvantaged and under-represented student groups including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Latinx students. CCC is situated in a socioeconomically diverse, resilient, and culturally vibrant community. We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population, and our central work: strengthening West County by meeting our students where they are and helping them get to where they want to be.
We seek candidates who operate with a growth mindset, a strength-based approach centered on students, and a commitment to equity, especially concerning the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. The ideal candidate will be eager to help construct and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in instructional effectiveness.
Inquiries:
Andrea Phillips aphillips@contracosta.edu Jared Romero jromero@contracosta.edu
Position Status: Temporary
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: C1070-DSPS
Duties and Responsibilities:
In addition to contractual duties, all faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide academic, career, and personal counseling and guidance services to students with disabilities both individually and in groups.
- Prepare and determine disability verification for students through observation and/or analysis of medical and psychological documentation.
- Assist students in determining appropriate academic adjustments and accommodations; consult with instructors as needed or requested regarding specific students and their disability related needs.
- Design individualized educational plans and authorize educational accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Recommend and coordinate appropriate services and referrals for students with disabilities to ensure equal access in accordance with Title V and ADA.
- Participate in and contribute toward required state, federal and college reporting/planning activities for disabled student programs, including accreditation and program review.
- Develop effective working relationships with faculty members in instructional areas; serve as faculty liaison and a student advocate on issues related to students with disabilities to ensure compliance with Title V and the ADA; perform in-service training related to disability and disability law to the college community.
- Participate, as appropriate, in college outreach programs and on-campus clubs for students with disabilities.
- Assist in the development and implementation of special programs focusing on access and retention.
- Serve on department, college-wide, and district-wide committees in support of participatory governance.
- Provide matriculation services as directed and required.
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with disabled student counseling personnel in feeder high schools, local colleges, and community resource agencies to aid in student transition.
- Maintain cumulative counseling records for all students served and contribute to state reporting requirements.
- Participate in curriculum and course development and professional development programs.
- Teach counseling and guidance classes and provide workshops to staff and students as appropriate.
- Administer and interpret a variety of assessment instruments to both groups and individuals.
- Assume other counseling and guidance responsibilities as assigned and outlined in department bylaws and faculty contract.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.
EDUCATIONThe applicant must possess one of the following qualifications for DSPS Counseling (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university). The minimum qualifications for service as a community college counselor of students with disabilities shall be satisfied by meeting one of the following requirements:
(1) Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR (2) Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, student personnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, OR (3) a Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage, family and child counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, or completion of six semester units, OR (4) the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following; (A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or(B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.
EQUIVALENCYIf you believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the Equivalency Petition in the application packet.
NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited college/university. Transcripts must show degree(s) conferred.
Desirable Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications for DSPS Counseling (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university):
- 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.)
- Master's, or equivalent foreign degree, in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; AND 15 semester units of upper division or graduate study in deaf and hearing impaired; OR
- Master's, or equivalent foreign degree, in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; AND 15 semester units of upper division or graduate study in the area of developmental disabilities
- Master's degree in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, or social welfare, and either 12 or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically in counseling or rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities, or two years of full-time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following: (A) Counseling or guidance for students with disabilities; or (B) Counseling and/or guidance in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities.
Job Open Date: 10/30/2026
Job Close Date: 11/20/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: January 2027
# of Months: 5
Contra Costa Community College District
Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
Martinez, California
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
Master's degree in social work
Job Description
Adjunct Counselor - Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) (TEMPORARY)
Posting Number: F01380
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary:
Description of Position:
The Counseling Department at Contra Costa Community College is accepting applications for an Adjunct DSPS Counseling faculty (part time). This is a temporary assignment that begins January 2027.
The Counseling Department at Contra Costa Community College (on behalf of DSPS) is accepting applications for a DSPS adjunct counseling faculty (temporary). This assignment is specifically for Spring 2027. The DSPS Counselor hired to this position will provide specialized academic, career, personal, and disability management counseling to students with disabilities. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated counselor who has a strong commitment to working with and advocating for historically underserved and underrepresented communities, exhibits knowledge of ADA and Title V compliance and expertise, and is collaborative and engaged in departmental and institutional initiatives.
The student population of Contra Costa College (CCC) reflects its surrounding diverse communities. CCC is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI) as well as several predominantly historically disadvantaged and under-represented student groups including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Latinx students. CCC is situated in a socioeconomically diverse, resilient, and culturally vibrant community. We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population, and our central work: strengthening West County by meeting our students where they are and helping them get to where they want to be.
We seek candidates who operate with a growth mindset, a strength-based approach centered on students, and a commitment to equity, especially concerning the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. The ideal candidate will be eager to help construct and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in instructional effectiveness.
Inquiries:
Andrea Phillips aphillips@contracosta.edu Jared Romero jromero@contracosta.edu
Position Status: Temporary
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: C1070-DSPS
Duties and Responsibilities:
In addition to contractual duties, all faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide academic, career, and personal counseling and guidance services to students with disabilities both individually and in groups.
- Prepare and determine disability verification for students through observation and/or analysis of medical and psychological documentation.
- Assist students in determining appropriate academic adjustments and accommodations; consult with instructors as needed or requested regarding specific students and their disability related needs.
- Design individualized educational plans and authorize educational accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Recommend and coordinate appropriate services and referrals for students with disabilities to ensure equal access in accordance with Title V and ADA.
- Participate in and contribute toward required state, federal and college reporting/planning activities for disabled student programs, including accreditation and program review.
- Develop effective working relationships with faculty members in instructional areas; serve as faculty liaison and a student advocate on issues related to students with disabilities to ensure compliance with Title V and the ADA; perform in-service training related to disability and disability law to the college community.
- Participate, as appropriate, in college outreach programs and on-campus clubs for students with disabilities.
- Assist in the development and implementation of special programs focusing on access and retention.
- Serve on department, college-wide, and district-wide committees in support of participatory governance.
- Provide matriculation services as directed and required.
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with disabled student counseling personnel in feeder high schools, local colleges, and community resource agencies to aid in student transition.
- Maintain cumulative counseling records for all students served and contribute to state reporting requirements.
- Participate in curriculum and course development and professional development programs.
- Teach counseling and guidance classes and provide workshops to staff and students as appropriate.
- Administer and interpret a variety of assessment instruments to both groups and individuals.
- Assume other counseling and guidance responsibilities as assigned and outlined in department bylaws and faculty contract.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.
EDUCATIONThe applicant must possess one of the following qualifications for DSPS Counseling (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university). The minimum qualifications for service as a community college counselor of students with disabilities shall be satisfied by meeting one of the following requirements:
(1) Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR (2) Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, student personnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, OR (3) a Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage, family and child counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, or completion of six semester units, OR (4) the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following; (A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or(B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.
EQUIVALENCYIf you believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the Equivalency Petition in the application packet.
NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited college/university. Transcripts must show degree(s) conferred.
Desirable Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications for DSPS Counseling (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university):
- 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.)
- Master's, or equivalent foreign degree, in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; AND 15 semester units of upper division or graduate study in deaf and hearing impaired; OR
- Master's, or equivalent foreign degree, in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; AND 15 semester units of upper division or graduate study in the area of developmental disabilities
- Master's degree in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, or social welfare, and either 12 or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically in counseling or rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities, or two years of full-time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following: (A) Counseling or guidance for students with disabilities; or (B) Counseling and/or guidance in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities.
Job Open Date: 10/30/2026
Job Close Date: 11/20/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: January 2027
# of Months: 5
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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1 jobDirector of Student Services Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- San Diego State University15
- University Enterprises4
- Stanford University3
- Monterey Peninsula College3
- Keck Medicine of USC2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of student services jobs across California.
- California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential required for K-12 district roles
- Master's degree in counseling, educational leadership, or a closely related field
- Minimum five years of progressively responsible student services or student affairs experience
- Knowledge of California Education Code, FERPA, and Title IX compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience supervising counseling staff, advisors, or support service teams
- Proficiency with student information systems such as Aeries, Infinite Campus, or PeopleSoft
Director of Student Services Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of student services in California?
Most California director of student services roles in K-12 settings require a Pupil Personnel Services credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, along with a master's degree in counseling, educational administration, or a related field. Candidates typically work several years as a school counselor or student services coordinator before moving into a director role. At the community college and university level, a master's or doctoral degree in student affairs, higher education, or a related discipline is standard, and California institutions often promote from within student support departments.
Which companies hire director of student servicess in California?
Employers hiring director of student servicess in California right now include San Diego State University, University Enterprises, and Stanford University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's extensive network of K-12 unified school districts, community college districts, and University of California and California State University campuses makes it one of the most active hiring environments for this role in the country.
Which California cities have the most director of student services jobs?
The cities with the most director of student services openings in California are San Diego, Los Angeles, and Monterey. Los Angeles drives volume through the sheer size of LAUSD and the density of CSU and UC campuses in the region, while San Diego and the Bay Area generate consistent openings through large unified school districts and major research universities headquartered in those metros.
Are there remote director of student services jobs in California?
Yes, but they are rare. The director of student services role is largely on-site by nature, since it involves direct oversight of counseling staff, student case management, and in-person collaboration with school or campus leadership. About 41% of director of student services openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in program coordination, compliance, or grant management functions where daily student-facing presence is not required.
How can I get hired as a director of student services in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a school counselor, student services coordinator, or academic advisor within a California K-12 district or community college, then building toward a director role over several years. Los Angeles Unified, San Diego Unified, and the California Community Colleges system regularly post counseling and coordinator positions that serve as direct pipelines. Earning or advancing a Pupil Personnel Services credential through a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing program strengthens your candidacy significantly, and experience with California-specific student equity initiatives like the Student Equity and Achievement Program is a meaningful differentiator.
Where can I find and apply to director of student services jobs in California?
You can find and apply to director of student services jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from school districts, community colleges, and universities. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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