Federal Work Study (FWS) - Career Coach Assistant

Hiring Salary Range

$16.00 - $18.00 /per hour DOE

Not Eligible for Benefits

This is a part-time, temporary position not eligible for benefits.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Students may work up to 20 hours per week in accordance with Federal Work-Study guidelines and their class schedule.

Maricopa Summary

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The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world.

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Campus Statement

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently serves more than 7,000 full and part-time students each semester from its surrounding communities, including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community.

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative staff and faculty who are passionate about teaching, learning, and fostering student success. We welcome individuals who are eager to contribute their ideas and expertise to help guide the ongoing development of SCC's priorities and strategic initiatives.

At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to improve the quality of life in our communities by providing challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.

SCC Wins the 2022 Sterling Award

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Job Summary

Scottsdale Community College is hiring a Federal Work Study (FWS) - FWS Career Coach Assistant for the Career & Workforce Center.

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility

The Career Coach Assistant serves as the welcoming face of the Career & Community Partnership Center, connecting students with career exploration, internships, employment opportunities, employer events, and campus resources. This position provides hands-on experience in career services, workforce development, employer engagement, and student success while supporting Career Coaches and helping fellow students prepare for meaningful careers from their first day at Scottsdale Community College.

• Welcome students, employers, alumni, faculty, and visitors.
• Assist students with appointments, career resources, and online career platforms.
• Promote internships, part-time employment, career fairs, workshops, and networking opportunities.
• Support Career Coaches with appointments, presentations, employer engagement activities, and student services.
• Assist with hiring events, networking events, career fairs, and campus outreach.
• Encourage students to utilize Career Center services, career coaching, internships, and employment resources.
• Support Career Center initiatives through student engagement, outreach, resource preparation, and departmental projects.
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and confidential environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, organized, professional, positive, and willing to learn.
• Interested in leadership, career development, workforce pathways, and student success.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus.

Additional Information

In order to qualify for a Federal Work-Study (FWS) job, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file for the current award year and have eligible financial needs based on the college requirements. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information prior to applying to a Federal Work-Study job.

• FWS is a need-based, federally funded program.
• FWS requires the completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and confirmation of federal work-study eligibility as determined by the financial aid office.
• FWS does not directly pay for tuition, and funds are only available to eligible students attending a minimum of six (6) degree applicable hours in a federal student aid eligible program.
• The FWS award amount is based on your FAFSA results and college funding availability, which will determine the number of hours available to work while supporting the students academic goals.
• For more detailed information, please go to the MCCCD Federal Work-Study Website

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous customer service, leadership, or volunteer experience.
• Experience planning or assisting with events.
• Comfortable speaking with individuals and small groups.
• Experience using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Active involvement in clubs, student organizations, or campus activities.

How to Apply

1. Confirm your eligibility with the SCC Office of Financial Aid:

• You will receive an email from the Office of Financial Aid

2. Upload the following document:

• Resume

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.