.Student Assistant - Coastline College 2026/2027 Academic Year

Coast Community College District; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District is seeking Student Assistants at various levels. The responsibilities range from basic tasks under supervision to specialized roles with significant judgment. Positions require full-time enrollment in at least 12 units at one of the district's colleges.

Responsibilities and qualifications differ across levels. Student Assistants I require little experience, II some knowledge, and III demand prior specialized skills. This role is critical in supporting the district's academic environment.

Qualifications

• Little to no prior experience or education required for Student Assistant I.
• Some knowledge or experience required for Student Assistant II.
• Prior experience or specialized skills required for Student Assistant III.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized assignments under supervision.
• Varying tasks with moderate responsibility for intermediate level.
• Direct lower-level student employees for specialist roles.

Skills

Skills required to perform the job assignments

Ability to balance work and studies

Education

Full-time enrollment in at least 12 units

Job description

Responsibilities

• Student Assistant I - Entry level/Semi-skilled: Work is under immediate supervision with well‑established methods. Assignments are standardized, routine, and repetitive; may involve special equipment, software applications, or tools per established procedures. The supervisor provides assignment, flow control, and production level instructions.
• Student Assistant II - Intermediate/Advanced: Work is under general supervision. Work objectives are set but methods are left to the employee. Assignments vary, less routine, and require moderate responsibility. May involve sophisticated data systems and confidential information; requires training and independent judgment, analysis, and decision‑making. Minimum of one year of experience in the same student assistant assignment required.
• Student Assistant III - Specialist/Lead: Work is under general supervision. Assignments involve a broad variety of skills and tasks, requiring considerable independent judgment and decision‑making. May direct the work of lower‑level student employees. Minimum of two years of experience in the same student assistant assignment required.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

• 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
  • Required skills to perform the job assignment.
  • Limited independent judgment and decision‑making depending on level and assignment.
  • Ability to balance work and studies.
• Students must be full‑time, enrolled in at least 12 units at one the Coast Community College District colleges to be eligible.
• D.E.I.A – Demonstrated responsiveness and understanding of diversity, including students with different ability statuses, and equity‑minded practice.

Conditions of Employment

• Hours: No more than 19.5 working hours per week during fall and spring semesters; maximum 28 hours per week outside these semesters.
• Student Assistants may not be employed by the District in any other capacity during the same fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
• Employment is contingent upon verification of class schedule, employment history, background verification, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the Board of Trustees.
• No fringe benefits, paid holidays, or compensation for time not worked.
• Regular attendance is essential; inability to meet attendance may result in loss of employment.
• Coast Community College District is a mandated reporter and requires compliance with child abuse and neglect reporting, Title IX, and other district policies.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

EEO Statement

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters mutual understanding and respect, and supports equal opportunity for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully 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.