.CalWORKs Student Assistant - Golden West College - 2026/2027 Academic Year

Coast Community College District; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District in Huntington Beach is offering positions for Student Assistants across various departments. These roles are flexible, intended to accommodate students' academic schedules while providing practical work experience.

Responsibilities include routine tasks for entry-level assistants, progress to supervising roles for experienced individuals. Candidates must be currently enrolled and have federal work-study eligibility.

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.

Responsibilities

• Work under immediate supervision with standard, routine tasks.
• Handle sophisticated data systems and confidential information with moderate independent judgment.
• Direct lower-level assistants if at Student Assistant III level.

Skills

Ability to perform assigned job functions

Limited independent judgment and decision-making

Ability to balance work responsibilities with academic workload

Job description

Student Assistants perform duties ranging from unskilled to skilled and/or specialized across a variety of positions within the college or district site. Assignments are designed to accommodate students’ class schedules and are typically flexible, providing practical experience while maintaining academic commitments.

Responsibilities

• Representative duties: Specific job duties are defined by the appropriate Division and/or Department. Considerable training may occur on the job.
• Student Assistant I – Entry level/Semi‑skilled: Work is under immediate supervision with standardized, routine tasks. Tasks may involve the use of special equipment and software, following established procedures.
• Student Assistant II – Intermediate/Advanced: Work is under general supervision. Tasks are less routine and may involve sophisticated data systems and confidential information, requiring moderate independent judgment. Minimum one year of prior experience required.
• Student Assistant III – Specialist/Lead: Work is under general supervision. Role requires broad skills and comprehensive judgment. Individuals at this level may direct lower‑level assistants. Minimum two years of prior experience required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 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 assigned job functions.
• Limited independent judgment and decision‑making appropriate to the assistant level.
• Ability to balance work responsibilities with academic workload.

Students must be enrolled in classes for the current semester and have a federal work‑study award through the financial aid office to be eligible.

Conditions of Employment – Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regular attendance is essential; failure to meet attendance requirements may lead to termination.
• Student Assistants are deemed mandated reporters under applicable state law and must comply with district policies.
• Work environment is a campus setting with standard office and facility activity.
• Physical demands include repetitive tasks, occasional lifting of weights up to 20 pounds, and extended standing or sitting.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to hiring qualified administrators, managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing education or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Coast Community College District Title IX compliant; additional information available as needed.