.CalWORKs Student Assistant - Coastline College 2026/2027 Academic Year

Coast Community College District; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District is seeking Student Assistants to support various departmental functions. Roles range from entry-level with minimal experience to advanced positions that require previous knowledge or specialized training.

Applicants must be enrolled in classes, be awarded federal work-study, and demonstrate understanding of diversity and equity. Join a supportive team and gain valuable experience while you study.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in classes for the current semester.
• Awarded federal work-study through the financial aid office.
• Demonstrated understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of departmental functions.
• Perform duties that range from unskilled to skilled.
• Follow detailed instructions under supervision.

Skills

Ability to perform job assignments and exercise limited independent judgment

Effective balance of work and studies

Job description

About the Role

Student Assistants support a variety of departmental functions and are responsible for performing duties that range from unskilled to skilled. Assignments are designed to align with a student’s academic interests and are tailored to the needs of the department.

Responsibilities

Student Assistant I – Entry Level / Semi-skilled

Work under immediate supervision. Tasks are routine and repetitive, and the supervisor provides detailed instructions and controls work flow.

Student Assistant II – Intermediate / Advanced

Work under general supervision. Duties are less routine and may involve specialized training on the job, access to confidential information, and use of sophisticated data systems. Requires a minimum of one year of prior experience in the same assignment.

Student Assistant III – Specialist / Lead

Work under general supervision with significant independent judgment. Responsibilities may include directing lower‑level student employees. Requires a minimum of two years of prior experience in the same assignment.

Qualifications

• Student Assistant I: Little or no prior experience or education required.
• Student Assistant II: Some previous knowledge, experience, or education required.
• Student Assistant III: Prior experience, education, or specialized skills required.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to perform job assignments and exercise limited independent judgment.
• Effective balance of work and studies.

Eligibility

• Enrolled in classes for the current semester.
• Awarded federal work‑study through the financial aid office.
• Demonstrated understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Conditions of Employment

• Student Assistants are at‑will employees with no entitlement rights to any position and are not eligible for benefits.
• Hours are limited to a maximum of 19.5 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters and 28 hours outside of these semesters.
• Students may not be employed by the District in any other capacity during the same fiscal year.
• Regular attendance is essential; failure to meet attendance requirements may result in termination.
• Student Assistants are mandated reporters under California law and must comply with district policies and Title IX.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands and work environment may be determined by the specific assignment and will be provided upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.