Work Study - Mascot/Mascot Attendant

Des Moines Area Community College; Boone (IA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The work study program at Des Moines Area Community College offers part‑time employment to help students finance their education while supporting the campus and community.

As a mascot for DMACC, you will wear the costume, engage audiences at events, and promote school spirit while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees, including children.

Qualifications

• Must be a current, full-time DMACC student taking at least 12 credits.
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Must be physically able to fit within the size requirements of the mascot costume (ideal height between 5’7" and 6’2") and support the weight of the costume (approximately 50 lbs.) for extended periods of time.
• Must demonstrate enthusiasm and charisma, interpersonal and communication skills, reliability and professionalism, adaptability and problem‑solving, and a genuine passion for DMACC.

Responsibilities

• Support Student Life and promote DMACC spirit by embodying the lively and friendly persona of Mac the Bear.
• Enhance the experience at campus and DMACC Athletics events and foster a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees, including children.
• Perform as Mac the Bear or assist mascot performance, interact with audiences, wear and maintain the costume, engage crowds, represent DMACC , and support other departments as assigned.

Skills

Enthusiasm and charisma

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Professionalism

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Genuine passion for DMACC

Education

DMACC student (12+ credits)

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Campus

Campus Boone Campus, IA

Job Number

Job Number 27-W41

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part‑time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

Support Student Life and promote DMACC spirit by embodying the lively and friendly persona of Mac the Bear.

Enhance the experience at campus and DMACC Athletics events and foster a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees, including children.

Perform as Mac the Bear or assist mascot performance, interact with audiences, wear and maintain the costume, engage crowds, represent DMACC , and support other departments as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be a current, full‑time DMACC student taking at least 12 credits.

Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

Must be physically able to fit within the size requirements of the mascot costume (ideal height between 5’7" and 6’2") and support the weight of the costume (approximately 50 lbs.) for extended periods of time.

Must demonstrate enthusiasm and charisma, interpersonal and communication skills, reliability and professionalism, adaptability and problem‑solving, and a genuine passion for DMACC.

Work Schedule

20 hours per week. Hours between Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Posting Date

08/26/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

02/28/2027

Open Until Filled No

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