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Every Spring, students can apply to take on leadership roles for the following year on our student teams. If you are selected, you will be expected to attend the Student Leadership Orientation in September and serve Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters. Check back on this page throughout Spring because we are hiring for various positions!  Students will be working 10-12 hours per week with the Seattle minimum wage payrate of $19.97 per hour.

Student Leadership members gain intensive training opportunities and significant experience that will complement their academic training as a springboard to career success and lifelong civic participation.

All positions are open to any student with 10 college-level credits and a GPA of 2.5 or higher except for Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) positions.  

Questions?

You can view the presentation from our hiring info sessions here. If you still have general questions, please reach out to tyler.saunders@seattlecolleges.edu. You can also reach out to the hiring manager for the position you're applying for with specific job-related questions. 

 

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The Clubs and Activities Board (CAB) is a team of students who develop and organize multicultural events and activities on campus that celebrate the diversity of our community, promote student involvement, and foster collaboration among student organizations. They seek to inspire students to build relationships across cultures, bringing about equity and social change.

 

Positions

  • Event Coordinator  - Event Coordinators support Student Life at Seattle Central. We organize events to build community among students and to learn to navigate diverse social environments, current issues, and different cultural spheres together. (Read More)  
  • Club Coordinator - Club Coordinators support club life at Seattle Central. We help clubs with funding access, resources, leadership practice, and training. We are committed to providing spaces for students who want to find a sense of belonging as well as empower them to lead their communities. (Read More)

Details

Additional Requirements - Club Coordinators cannot be a President or Vice-president of an active Seattle Central club unless the applicant is willing to pass on leadership responsibilities once hired.

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The Associated Student Council (ASC), the official student government of Seattle Central, represents student interests to the college administration. As an Executive member of ASC, you will play a critical role in the student-run government of Seattle Central College under the supervision of the Director of Student Leadership. You will assist in various projects to execute the goals of the ASC, which are all aimed at enhancing the student experience, improving current programs at Seattle Central, and promoting the voice of the students.

Open Positions

  • ASC Executive of Administration: Reports monthly to the college President and District Board of Trustees; is responsible for scheduling meetings, posting office hours, maintaining agendas and minutes, tracking attendance, and the Student Tenure assignment process; works closely with the ASC Advisor
  • ASC Executive of Communication: Establishes and chairs the Communication Committee, leads social media efforts and organizes marketing for Student Leadership news and events; expands ASC outreach by acting as a liaison with the College Public Information Office, Information Central, CAB, and SORC; serves on the Student Publications Board
  • ASC Executive of Finance: Serves as the ASC representative and chairs the Services and Activities (S&A) Fee Budget Committee by acting as a liaison with budget departments, submitting the ASC budget proposal and giving regular reports, and recruiting students to the committee
  • ASC Executive of Issues and Concerns: Establishes and chairs the Issues and Concerns Committee and  is responsible for collecting student feedback, and maintaining the official Issues and Concerns email account, informing the ASC of student concerns, meeting with campus departments on behalf of students, and holding 1-2 public student forums per year
  • ASC Executive of Legislative Affairs: Establishes and chairs the Student Advocacy Committee and facilitates changes to the constitution and bylaws through committee work; is responsible for organizing any legislative advocacy efforts in Olympia or elsewhere, as the delegate to the Washington Community and Technical College Student Association
  • ASC Executive of Student Success: Establishes and chairs the Student Success Committee and the Presidents’ Medal Committee; acts and a liaison to the library and partners with campus departments in conceptualizing and enacting projects that improve the college and help students be successful (i.e. Open Educational Resources (OER), Extended Library Study Hours, Student Wellness Resources)
     
  • ASC Associate positions are also open!

Details

Additional Requirements - Must be endorsed by 25 students from the student body. Physical copies of the endorsement sheet can be picked up at Student Leadership starting November 18. Applicant cannot be a President or Vice President of an active Seattle Central club unless the applicant is willing to pass on leadership responsibilities once hired.

Applications priority deadline is November 14
Review of applications begin November 15

 

For a full job description click HERE

 

Summary
Information Central is a student-drive space dedicated to creating connections, navigating systems and promoting engagement opportunities in the service of student success and agency.  Our office offers learning and leadership opportunities for our Student Ambassador employees, student volunteers, and all that utilize our office. We work as a team to fulfill our motto of students helping students navigate college.
What You Will Learn
As a Student Ambassador, you will do the following:

  • Provide accurate, timely information and referrals to walk-in, phone, and email inquiries
  • Track number of in-person visitors on the 'Walk-in' sheet
  • Approve, post, and remove posters in designated campus areas
  • Navigate students through basic IT related questions, accounts and passwords
  • Support campus communications, student enrollment, and Welcome Week activities including providing tours of campus
  • Assist prospective/new students through the enrollment process
  • Attend weekly team meetings
  • Maintain a clean, orderly environment
  • Participate on student committees, student success initiatives, and special projects, as needed

Requirements

  • Must be a currently enrolled student at Seattle Central College for Fall 2024;
  • Must plan to be enrolled in at least 10 credits per quarter throughout the 2024-25 academic year (excluding Summer Quarter);
  • Must be able to commit until the end of the academic year (until June 2025);
  • Must have and maintain at least a 2.5 quarterly/cumulative GPA;
  • Demonstrate a sincere eagerness to work with a serve students of all backgrounds and identities related to culture, ethnicity, religion, politics, gender, academic pursuits, and all other ways in which we define our uniqueness.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Seattle Central campus, and its policies and procedures (including the enrollment process)
  • Foreign language proficiency (Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin or Vietnamese, a plus)
  • Experience in an office environment serving the public

Details

Application Deadline - Application is currently closed

 

To apply for any of the following positions, click this LINK.

The Seattle Collegian was looking for truth seekers to fulfill our mission of reporting and opining on the news that’s relevant for students, staff, and faculty at Seattle Central College during the 2023/24 academic year. Ideal candidates are:

  • intellectually curious
  • self-motivated
  • organized
  • critical & creative thinkers
  • dedicated to finding and reporting the truth
  • excellent communicators
  • willing to practice ethical journalism

Although we love hiring experienced writers and journalists, there’s lots of room for learning on the job. We employ writers and journalists at every level. Our team includes professional journalists from around the world as well as novice writers from Seattle. At The Seattle Collegian, our diversity is our strength. We learn from one another as we strive to keep the students, staff, and faculty of Seattle Central College informed on topics that impact their lives.

 

Summary of Positions

 

Editor in Chief (10-15 hours/wk) -The editor in chief acts as the face of our news outlet, attending meetings with student leaders across campus. They also develop the vision and ethos of our publication while working closely with the managing editor to oversee staff meetings. Specific duties include:

  • recruiting staff writers
  • setting agendas for weekly staff meetings
  • promoting the student-run paper in the Seattle Central community
  • coordinating the payment of staff writers
  • attending weekly meetings with the managing editor and faculty advisor
  • holding weekly office hours to meet with editors and writers
  • writing letters from the editor
  • making executive decisions with the Editorial Board
  • adhering to deadlines decided by the Editorial Board
  • posting new articles to the webpage

 

Photography Specialist (10hrs hours/wk)The photography specialist helps the writers and editors take and edit digital photographs for stories to be published in The Seattle Collegian. They manage all photographic images for the Collegian's website and may conduct tutorials on photographic composition for staff writers and editors. Candidates should be prepared to work ten hours per week. Specific duties include:

  • coordinating with writers and editors to take portrait photos (in landscape orientation) 
  • editing photos taken by staff writers and editors for the website
  • assisting the team in the production of high-quality images for the website
  • coordinating with the managing editor to makes sure all editors and staff members provide high-quality images
  • attending weekly staff meetings

 

Copyeditor(s) (5 hrs min/wk)

  • editing all copy for the website and the print edition
  • following Associated Press style guidelines
  • fixing grammatical and formal mistakes in all articles going to publication
  • holding another editorial position on the Editorial Board as well
  • attending weekly staff meetings

 

Social Media Manager (5-10 hours/wk) The social media manager works seven-to-ten hours per week. They’re responsible for posting content across our outlet’s social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Reddit, and the Seattle Central College app. Their goal is to bring readers to our site. Specific duties include:

  • posting all website content on appropriate social media platforms
  • managing all social media accounts
  • tracking analytics across social media platforms
  • presenting social media analytics three times per academic quarter at weekly staff meetings
  • attending weekly staff meetings
  • coordinating with the editor in chief and managing editor to create social media campaigns to promote our website

 

Web Manager (5-10 hrs/wk) The web manager manages our website. Ideal candidates have experience working with Google Analytics and WordPress. Specific duties include:

  • attending weekly staff meetings
  • keeping the website updated and secure
  • coordinating with the social media manager
  • providing weekly analytics report detailing traffic on the website
  • creating email addresses for The Seattle Collegian staff

 

Graphic Artist (5-10 hours/wk)The graphic artist provides digital art for stories on our website. Specific duties include:

  • creating digital images for stories on the website
  • creating cartoons for the website and the print edition
  • attending weekly staff meetings to coordinate with editors and writers

 

Content Editor(5-10 hours/wk)Content editors work with writers on specific areas or beats. Some content editors we’ve had include arts & culture, crime, food, and education. Specific duties include:

  • recruiting staff writers
  • managing staff writers who report the news in relevant areas
  • managing staff writers working on features or lifestyle articles (when there’s crossover with news)
  • develops relationships with contacts across campus
  • editing news stories
  • assigning news stories to staff writers
  • attending weekly staff meetings

Thank you for your interest! PTK Officer Applications are closed. For more information, please contact student leadership.

Are you passionate about leadership, scholarship, service, and public engagement? Join our Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter Executive Board and make a difference on campus! We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated individuals. 

Application Deadline- May 15, 2024 11:59 PM PST

All positions are paid as per Seattle minimum wage rate of $19.97 per hour and requires 10-12 hours of work per week. 

Requirements

  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.3, with a minimum of 12 college credit hours for degree-seeking students or 6 college credit hours for certificate students. Please note that only courses numbered above 100 will be counted towards this requirement.
  • Applicants must be currently enrolled at Seattle Central College and intend to enroll for the full 2024-2025 academic session.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to upholding the values and mission of Phi Theta Kappa.

Additional Requirement: While membership in Phi Theta Kappa is mandatory for holding any of the PTK executive board positions, it is not required for applying. However, if selected, you will be asked to join Phi Theta Kappa.

Positions 

1. President: As the President of our PTK Chapter, you will lead the Executive Board and the entire chapter in achieving our goals. Your role involves strategic planning, fostering a supportive environment for members, and representing the chapter at local, regional and national events and meetings. We're looking for someone with exceptional leadership skills, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to PTK's mission of academic excellence and community engagement.

2. Vice President of Scholarship: The Vice President of Scholarship plays a crucial role in promoting academic excellence within our chapter. You will oversee the Honors In Action committee and initiatives aimed at recognizing and celebrating academic achievement among our members. This position requires a passion for learning, attention to detail, and the ability to inspire others to excel academically.

3. Vice President of Service: Our Vice President of Service will lead efforts to make a positive impact in our community through service projects and outreach activities. You will collaborate with local organizations, plan volunteer opportunities, and encourage members to participate in meaningful service initiatives. As VP of Service, you will also oversee the College Project committee. We're looking for someone with a heart for service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to rally others around a common cause.

4. Vice President of Public Affairs: The Vice President of Public Affairs is responsible for promoting our chapter's activities and achievements both on and off campus. You will manage our chapter's public relations efforts, including social media, newsletters, and campus-wide communications. This position requires creativity, excellent communication skills, and a passion for showcasing the impact of PTK in our community.

Contact Us

For any questions, please don't hesitate to email our Vice President of Public Affairs at Elizabeth.Genoway@seattlecolleges.edu 

Associated Student Council (ASC)

Seattle Central College

Student Fees Committee

 
Position Title: Student Fees Committee Member
 
Job Summary: 

The Student Fees Committee is responsible for making budget recommendations for the Student Services and Activities (S&A) and Universal Technology Fees (UTF) in alignment with student needs and college mission, vision, and goals. The Committee is charged with reviewing requests and proposals from various campus programs, developing allocations, and providing recommendations for the upcoming academic year, which will be presented to the Associated Student Council (ASC), Student Body, the College President, and the Board of Trustees. The Committee will decide on the targeted amount of funds to be allocated and will endeavor to make the wisest choices in their review of applications to provide the most beneficial outcomes for the student body, monitoring the current year’s allocations.

Timeline:
  • Training begins September 2024 
  • Quarterly meetings 1-5 hours per week. May include evenings and weekends 
  • Additional time may be required during winter and spring quarters
Job Responsibilities:
  1. Attend all scheduled meetings and trainings to fully understand, discuss, and vote on student fee allocations. 
  2. Review and analyze the S&A and UTF Budgets. 
  3. Work collaboratively with other committee members to ensure equitable and inclusive decision-making process. 
  4. Maintain confidentiality regarding committee deliberations and decisions. 
  5. Engage with the student body to gather feedback and input on needs and priorities. 
  6. Prepare and present the budget proposal for submission to the Associated Student Council, the Student Body, College President and Cabinet, and Board of Trustees.
Required Education, Experience & Abilities:
  • Must be currently enrolled in at least 10 credits at Seattle Central College 
  • Must maintain a quarterly and cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 
  • Must be able to serve for one academic year (Fall, Winter, and Spring quarter) 
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills 
  • Communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Willing to collaborate with the Associated Student Council and other committee members 
  • Eager to work with and serve students of all backgrounds: cultural, ethnic, religious, political, gender identity, academic pursuits, and all other ways we define our uniqueness.

 

Apply here!

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