College of the Desert, CA Jobs

16 open positions

16 current openings at College of the Desert, CA across 7 departments. Listed pay $26.03–$56.82/hr · $57k–$146k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Accounting Specialist (2 Vacancies + Eligibility List)

College of the Desert, CA · Fiscal Services · Closes Oct 13

Palm Desert Full-time $76,175.52 - $107,178.96 Annually

Under the direction of the Director, Fiscal Services, perform varied and complex accounting work specializing in the maintenance of a set of accounts and financial and statistical records; audit financial records…

Microsoft WordExcelOutlookFinancial Aid
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Accounting Instructor, part-time

College of the Desert, CA · School of Applied Science & Business · Closes Oct 15

Palm Desert Part-time

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will…

AccountancyBusiness AdministrationAccounting concentrationAccounting emphasis
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Chemistry Instructor, Full Time Tenure Track

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 18

California, United States Full-time $8,846.52 - $11,356.09 Monthly

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly…

ChemistryBiochemistryChemical EngineeringChemical Physics
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Physical Therapy Assisting Instructor, Part-Time

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 21

Palm Desert Part-time

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will…

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Coaching Instructor, Part-Time (Women's Head Basketball Coach)

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 21

Palm Desert Part-time

Instruct the student athlete in the individual and team concept of sport participation. The stipend for head coaching duties is $16,000.00.

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Child Development Center Assistant (1 Vacancy + 6-month Eligibility List)

College of the Desert, CA · Child Development Center · Closes Oct 22

Palm Desert Full-time $56,839.08 - $79,974.72 Annually

Under the direction of the Director, Child Development Center or designee, perform varied secretarial and clerical duties of above-average difficulty; interpret departmental policies, State and federal regulations…

Oral and written communication skillsReceptionist and telephone techniques
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Athletic Trainer, Substitute

College of the Desert, CA · Kinesiology & Athletics · Closes Oct 23

Palm Desert Temporary $40.38 - $56.82 Hourly

Under the direction of the Athletic Director or designee, and under the supervision of the team physician for medical aspects of the athletic program, assist in the development and implementation of a program for the…

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Enrollment Services Specialist - Bilingual, Part-Time

College of the Desert, CA · Admissions & Records · Closes Oct 23

Palm Desert Part-time $28.70 - $40.38 Hourly

Under the direction of the Director of Educational Centers, or assigned supervisor, perform a wide variety of administrative duties in support of an assigned department or function; and possess the ability to properly…

receptionist and telephone techniques
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Laboratory Technician (Agriculture)

College of the Desert, CA · School of Applied Science & Business · Closes Oct 25

Palm Desert Full-time $59,702.04 - $83,989.56 Annually

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist instructors in the planning, organization, preparation and presentation of classroom and laboratory materials; schedule, maintain and issue supplies and equipment…

Hazardous materials storage and handlingRecord-keeping techniquesOral and written communication skills
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Nursing Instructor, Full-time Tenure Track (2 Vacancies)

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 26

California, United States Full-time $8,846.52 - $11,356.09 Monthly

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly…

NursingClinical teachingDirect patient careStudent advising
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Art History Instructor, Part-Time

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 26

Palm Desert Part-time

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will…

Art historyHistory of art and architectureVisual culture/visual studiesInstruction
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Ethnic Studies Instructor, Part-Time

College of the Desert, CA · Office of Instruction · Closes Oct 26

Palm Desert Part-time

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will…

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Manager, Public Safety Academy, Paramedic Academy

College of the Desert, CA · School of Applied Science & Business · Closes Oct 30

Palm Desert Full-time $100,572.84 - $145,644.60 Annually

The Public Safety Academy Manager is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and assists the Director of the Public Safety Academy with coordination of the assigned instructional programs.

Compliance requirements for assigned academyCurriculum development and processTeaching methods and techniquesStudent learning outcomes
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Manager, Help Desk

College of the Desert, CA · Information Technology Services · Closes Oct 31

Palm Desert Full-time $100,572.84 - $145,644.48 Annually

The Manager, Help Desk is responsible for the strategic oversight and daily operational management of the District’s Information Technology Service Desk and desktop support units.

IT Service Management (ITSM)IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Manager, Public Safety Academy, Fire Academy

College of the Desert, CA · School of Applied Science & Business · Closes Nov 8

Palm Desert Full-time $100,572.84 - $145,644.58 Annually

The Public Safety Academy Manager is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and assists the Director of the Public Safety Academy with coordination of the assigned instructional programs.

Compliance requirements for assigned academyCurriculum development and processTeaching methods and techniquesStudent learning outcomes
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Substitute Pool - Child Development Food Service Technician

College of the Desert, CA · Child Development Center · Closes Dec 31

Location varies by assignment, CA, United States Contract $26.03 - $36.62 Hourly

The Child Development Center seeks a Substitute Pool Food Service Technician to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children in compliance with California Child Food Program guidelines.

Menu planningLarge quantity cookingKitchen sanitationFood inventory management
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About College of the Desert, CA jobs

College of the Desert, CA has 16 open positions, mostly in Palm Desert. Openings include Accounting Specialist (2 Vacancies + Eligibility List), Accounting Instructor, part-time and Chemistry Instructor, Full Time Tenure Track. The departments hiring most are Office of Instruction, School of Applied Science & Business and Child Development Center. Typical posted pay is $72k–$123k/yr or $26.03–$56.82/hr.

Pay by opening

Each opening's posted range; bars compare them as full-time yearly pay.

Manager, Public Safety Academy, Paramedic AcademyPalm Desert
$101k–$146k/yr
Manager, Public Safety Academy, Fire AcademyPalm Desert
$101k–$146k/yr
Manager, Help DeskPalm Desert
$101k–$146k/yr
Athletic Trainer, SubstitutePalm Desert
$40.38–$56.82/hr
Accounting Specialist (2 Vacancies + Eligibility List)Palm Desert
$76k–$107k/yr
Enrollment Services Specialist - Bilingual, Part-TimePalm Desert
$28.70–$40.38/hr
Laboratory Technician (Agriculture)Palm Desert
$60k–$84k/yr
Child Development Center Assistant (1 Vacancy + 6-month Eligibility List)Palm Desert
$57k–$80k/yr
Substitute Pool - Child Development Food Service Technician
$26.03–$36.62/hr

Openings by department

Office of Instruction
6
School of Applied Science & Business
4
Child Development Center
2
Fiscal Services
1
Kinesiology & Athletics
1
Admissions & Records
1
Information Technology Services
1

Top skills at College of the Desert, CA

How many open postings ask for each skill.

Oral and written communication skills
4 jobs
Instruction
2 jobs
Grading
2 jobs
Student Advising
2 jobs
Receptionist and telephone techniques
2 jobs
Compliance requirements for assigned academy
2 jobs
Curriculum development and process
2 jobs
Teaching methods and techniques
2 jobs

College of the Desert, CA Jobs: FAQ

How many jobs does College of the Desert have open?

College of the Desert, CA has 16 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Which College of the Desert departments are hiring?

The departments with the most openings are Office of Instruction, School of Applied Science & Business, Child Development Center, Fiscal Services, Kinesiology & Athletics.

What does College of the Desert pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $26.03–$56.82/hr · $57k–$146k/yr.

Which College of the Desert jobs close soon?

3 openings close within the next 7 days.