Interested in Work-Study? Be sure to review the eligibility requirements, the Guiding Principles, and check the current Work-Study positions hiring for the 2024–2025 academic year.
Due to high demand, there is currently a waitlist for work-study funding. For more information and to be added to the waitlist, please contact the Work-Study Coordinator at faworkstudy@pencol.edu.
These positions are only available to students who are eligible for financial aid and enrolled in six or more credits. Students will not be awarded Work-Study funds unless they remain registered for at least six credits and are hired for a Work-Study position. To see if you have been awarded an estimated award amount, please log in to ctcLink through the Student Portal.
- Work-Study Eligibility Requirements
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If you are eligible for financial aid and are searching for a job, please complete the following steps:
- Read the job descriptions below and contact the supervisors of positions you are interested in to schedule interviews.
- Complete your Work-Study Eligibility Form.
- Bring your Work-Study Eligibility Form to the Financial Aid Office in Student Services to have the top portion completed and signed.
Alternatively, the Work-Study Coordinator can email your eligibility info to your interviewer upon request. - Complete the Student Section of the Eligibility Form.
- Take the Eligibility Form to your interview. You will need to make copies of your completed form if you wish to interview for multiple positions.
- Leave the Eligibility Form with your interviewer(s) who will use your contact information to inform you if you have been offered the position.
- If offered a position, you must complete all new-hire paperwork with the Human Resources Office and wait until you receive work clearance before you begin working.
Please Note: Students can earn up to $2000 per quarter* working up to 19 hours per week maximum. Students who work the full 19 hours per week will meet their $2000 limit before the end of the quarter. *Actual award amounts may vary depending on students' budgets.
- Peninsula College's Guiding Principles
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In keeping with the College's Guiding Principles, we seek to achieve the following learning outcomes for all student work study employees (where applicable):
1. Time Management/Organizational Skills: Student worker will demonstrate techniques for effective organization and task prioritization, and understand how time management affects his or her job performance and the ability of others to do their jobs, along with appropriate record keeping skills.
2. Professionalism: Student worker will understand expectations for professionalism in the workplace including language, dress, behavior, personal hygiene, and phone/email etiquette.
3. Customer Service: Student worker will be able to meet and exceed internal and external customer expectations by listening to customer needs, responding in a timely manner, and anticipating what a customer may need in the future or may need more information or clarification on in the present.
4. Teamwork/Collaboration: Student worker will work successfully in team settings which require flexibility, conflict management at lowest level of resolution possible, and cooperation.
5. Communication Skills: Student worker will communicate in a professional manner and understand the appropriate style of communication based on the audience and the setting or type of meeting.
6. Work Ethic: Student worker will understand the value of a strong work ethic, honesty, integrity, observance of health and safety standards, and the impact those values have on success in the workplace.
7. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Student worker will demonstrate the analytical ability to gather facts, suggest solutions, discern flaws in reasoning, and make decisions which are sound and timely.
8. Technology: Student worker will develop proficiency in common technology tools, including phone, email, online searches, Zoom or other online meeting platforms, Microsoft Office applications, and specific technology used in the student worker's job duties.
9. Upward Management Skills: Student worker will demonstrate competency on how to communicate needs, concerns, and requests to immediate supervisor and other managers.
10. Workplace Simulation Mastery: Student worker will learn how to receive and learn from feedback, importance of regular input to and from the supervisor, and the supervisor will perform genuine performance evaluations and exit interviews.
2024–2025 Work-Study Postions
Athletics
- Fitness Center Aide | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Check ID’s as students come into fitness center
- Clean and maintain weight room
- Wash and fold workout towels
- Assist students with equipment
- Clean up around the gym and Pirate Performance Center
- Run fitness center challenges
Required Skills
- First Aid knowledge
- Must be able and willing to sit, walk, stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel, climb, and lift/move up to 45 pounds
- Must be able to work well in a team/group atmosphere
- Must be able to follow instructions
Preferred Skills
- Workout experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Flexible schedule, not to exceed 19 hours for all college positions combined.
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.28 / hour
- Location: N-Building (Fitness Center)
- Contact Information: Amanda Anderson, aanderson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6352
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Men's Basketball Aide | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Laundry Service (Every day) for practice gear and shower towels
- Clean gym, before and after practice (Every day)
- Print out Scouting reports, team materials, and playbook notes (As needed)
- Weight room clean up (Every day as needed)
- Getting practice materials ready (Every day)
- Assist in fundraising events and game crew (As needed)
Required Skills
- Must be able to lift 45 lbs.
- Must be flexible on times of day for needed tasks
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-12 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday through Friday (laundry will need to be done by 2:15pm)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.28 / hour
- Location: N-Building (Gymnasium) and A-Building (Cornaby Center)
- Contact Information: Amanda Anderson, aanderson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6352
Coach Bryce Jacobson will be the supervisor for this position, and Amanda Anderson will sign off on timesheets.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Men's Soccer Aide | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Laundry Service (Every day) for practice gear and shower towels
- Clean field, before and after practice (Every day)
- Print out Scouting reports, team materials, and playbook notes (As needed)
- Weight room clean up (Every day as needed)
- Getting practice materials ready (Every day)
- Assist in fundraising events (As needed)
Required Skills
- Must be able to lift 45 lbs.
- Must be flexible on times of day for needed tasks
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-12 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday through Friday (laundry will need to be done by 2:15pm)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.28 / hour
- Location: Soccer field and A-Building (Cornaby Center)
- Contact Information: Amanda Anderson, aanderson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6352
Coach Jake Hughes will be the supervisor for this position, and Amanda Anderson will sign off on timesheets.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Women's Basketball Aide
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Primary Responsibilities
- Laundry Service (Every day) for practice gear and shower towels
- Clean gym, before and after practice (Every day)
- Print out Scouting reports, team materials, and playbook notes (As needed)
- Weight room clean up (Every day as needed)
- Getting practice materials ready (Every day)
- Assist in fundraising events and game crew (As needed)
Required Skills
- Must be able to lift 45 lbs.
- Must be flexible on times of day for needed tasks
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-12 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday through Friday (laundry will need to be done by 2:15pm)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.28 / hour
- Location: N-Building (Gymnasium) and A-Building (Cornaby Center)
- Contact Information: Ali Crumb, acrumb@pencol.edu & Amanda Anderson, aanderson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6352
Coach Allison Crumb will be the supervisor for this position, and Amanda Anderson will sign off on timesheets.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Women's Soccer Aide | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Laundry Service (Every day) for practice gear and shower towels
- Clean field, before and after practice (Every day)
- Print out Scouting reports, team materials, and playbook notes (As needed)
- Weight room clean up (Every day as needed)
- Getting practice materials ready (Every day)
- Assist in fundraising events (As needed)
Required Skills
- Must be able to lift 45 lbs.
- Must be flexible on times of day for needed tasks
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-12 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday through Friday (laundry will need to be done by 2:15pm)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.28 / hour
- Location: Soccer field and A-Building (Cornaby Center)
- Contact Information: Amanda Anderson, aanderson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6352
Coach Kanyon Anderson will be the supervisor for this position, and Amanda Anderson will sign off on timesheets.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Bookstore
- Retail Clerk
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Primary Responsibilities
- Assists customers in merchandise selection and purchase; operates cash registers in retail and/or service operation.
- Respond to all inquiries by customers in person, phone, web, or email, determine customer needs, and assist or direct customers to appropriate personnel. Process online orders for in store pickup or delivery. Serve as relief cashier.
- Maintain and ensure stock levels are adequate to meet customer demand; serve as backup to textbook buyer for ordering of textbook materials.
- May receive merchandise in the Inventory Control Systems, price and distribute the merchandise to the appropriate area.
- Arranges supplies and merchandise on shelves and in displays.
- Check accuracy of prices and tag merchandise on sales floor.
- Take part in conducting the annual physical inventory and serve as a primary member of inventory crew.
- Assist in processing merchandise returns and prepare them for shipping, ensure all items are packed properly. Prepare UPS for shipping.
- May open and close store; verify refunds conducted by student cashiers; conduct end of shift cash counts of registers to verify student cashier accuracy in money handling.
- May assist in preparation of cash receipts for bank deposit, daily cash reports, balance and reconcile daily cash, check, and credit card receipts, examine and resolve any out-of-balance problems. Count safe and order change as needed.
Required Skills
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers. Work is typically performed in a setting which requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods.
Preferred Skills
- Previous cashier experience
- Customer service experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12-16 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Bookaneer Bookstore, J-Building
- Contact Information: Christina Wonsey, cwonsey@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6439
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Business Office
- Human Resources Office Assistant I
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Primary Responsibilities
- Primary focus will be to help digitize the paper files of current and past employees. Once digitized, they will be categorized and filed into the OnBase database for Peninsula College. Additional work will support the recruiting for new employees by creating the electronic folders for each new employee.
Required Skills
- Must have a strong knowledge of MS Office, and the basic software and computer functions.
Preferred Skills
- Prior office or clerical work
- Data entry
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 19 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD and based on the academic schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP during fall quarter.
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Human Resources, Building C, Room C40
- Contact Information: Kelley Opdyke, kopdyke@pencol.edu, (360) 417-7985
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- College Analytics Office Assistant III
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Primary Responsibilities
- Archive documents
- Scan files or convert data to electronic format
Required Skills
- Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)
- Detail-oriented
- Electronic file management
Preferred Skills
- Office experience
- Alphabetizing experience
- Electronic scanning/filing experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-15 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; able to work around student schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.90 / hour
- Location: B-Building, Library & Media Center
- Contact Information: Terye Senderhauf, tsenderhauf@pencol.edu
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant I
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Primary Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, perform routine office support functions or clerical tasks such as copying materials and filing in established files. Public contact and the assistance provided to the public is limited.
- Assist in archiving Payroll files, they must be scanned, uploaded to a specific file location, then paper copies boxed for long-term storage.
- Assist in reconciliation of various reports, using Excel and Teams.
Preferred Skills
- Familiar with Microsoft products and file management.
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-15 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday; able to work around student schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $16.60 / hour
- Location: Building C
- Contact Information: Carie Edmiston, cedmiston@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6205
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Campus Safety
- Office Assistant I
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Primary Responsibilities
- Under direct supervision, perform routine office support functions such as copying materials and filing in established files
- Assist with parking lot duties and procedures.
- Assist all areas in Campus Safety but primarily parking patrol
- Make copies and prepare packets and handouts
- Take/pickup/distribute paperwork
- Maintain record keeping/filing systems and compile data from ticket violations
- Walk the campus and report safety or security matters to Campus Safety
- Use 2-way radio to communicate to Campus Safety
- Other duties as needed
Required Skills
- Strong personal and written communication skills
- Excellent attendance
- Responsible, self-directed, and respectful of confidentiality issues
Preferred Skills
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm; Hours are flexible and schedule will be worked out with supervisor.
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Main campus, J-Building (PUB), Campus Safety Office
- Contact Information: Marty Martinez, mmartinez@pencol.edu
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Child Development
- Early Childhood Specialist I | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Engage with children in developmentally appropriate activities
- Support children with transitions and routines such as indoor/outdoor learning, meals, and small group activities, etc
- Perform light housekeeping duties that assist with maintenance of a healthy and safe environment for young children
- Model appropriate guidance techniques and communication skills with young children
- Be familiar with and support the implementation of the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers
Required Skills
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children and family information
- Manage time and multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
- Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Maintain professional and ethical boundaries with families and staff
- Works as a team member
- Possesses tactful and diplomatic interpersonal relationship skills
- WA State Food Worker card
- Valid certification in adult, infant and children CPR and First Aid
- Proof of Negative TB Test
- Proof of MMR vaccine
- Satisfactory Criminal History and Background Inquiry; Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted
- May be required to lift moderate amounts of weight up to 40 lbs.
- Requires the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, bend and work with children on the floor for extended periods of time
Preferred Skills
- Previous work with children
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 18 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Tuesday–Friday, between 8:30 am–1:00 pm
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Allied Health and Early Childhood Education Building (K-Building)
- Contact Information: Kaitlyn Horton, khorton@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6530
Position FAQs
How will the experience gained from working in this position benefit the student?
- The student will gain hands-on experience working with young children and supporting learning experiences and develop an understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
What learning outcomes are expected?
- Develop and apply best practice for engaging in nurturing, supportive relationships with children and professional peers in an early learning setting.
- Apply health and safety practices.
- Demonstrate growth and development in relationship building with children and staff.
How will the student's work/progress be evaluated?
- Evaluation form at the end of the quarter.
Other Details
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14, state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. This applies to work study students as they are employees of the college. Your vaccine status will be verified. Please reach out to the HR Office at pchr@pencol.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Facilities/Maintenance
- Custodian I
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Primary Responsibilities
Must be able to work somewhat independently while:
- vacuuming
- mopping
- dusting
- wiping tables
- glass cleaning
- empty trash
Required Skills
- Must be able to be on your feet for the shift
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience with custodial work.
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12 to 15 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday; hours are flexible, able to work around student schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: T-Building, Facilities Operations/Shipping & Receiving, main office
- Contact Information: Jay Smith, jsmith@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6403
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Groundskeeping Assistant
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Primary Responsibilities
Must be able to work somewhat independently while:
- raking leaves
- pulling weeds
- picking up trash
- watering plants
- leaf-blowing
- other grounds clean-up and maintenance as assigned
Preferred Skills
- Willingness to work in all kinds of weather
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday; hours are flexible, able to work around student schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.90/ hour
- Location: T-Building, Facilities Operations/Shipping & Receiving, main office
- Contact Information: Jay Smith, jsmith@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6403
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Maintenance Utility Worker
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Primary Responsibilities
- Minor building repair
- Clean, patch, and paint exteriors
Required Skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to use small power tools
Preferred Skills
- Some construction experience
- Experienced knowledge of the use of small power tools
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 19 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday, between 7:00 am–3:30 pm
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $17.67 / hour
- Location: Shipping & Receiving, T-Building
- Contact Information: Jay Smith, jsmith@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6403
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Instruction
- Ceramics Assistant | Arts & Sciences | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Mix clay and glazes as needed by the instructor
- Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy studio environment
- Oversee safe usage of tools and equipment
- Assist with the loading and unloading of kilns as needed by the instructor
Required Skills
- Work independently
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with ceramic materials and processes
Position Details
- Ability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Days and times are flexible between 8:00 am and 8:30 pm Monday–Friday and between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm Saturdays
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $18.93 / hour
- Location: E-Building (ground floor), Ceramics Studio
- Contact Information: Steve Belz, sbelz@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6537
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Biology Lab Tech | Biology
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Primary Responsibilities
Job involves set up and take down of biology labs that occur in M-217, and M-213 specifically, and somewhat M-215. This would involve very simple but critical tasks such as:
- washing glassware and slides
- re-shelving lab materials in the prep rooms
- help stocking handouts
- organizing materials for labs
- removing materials from lab to prep room for breakdown
Depending on the hours, it could also involve help with maintaining the plants in M-217. Helping pack up field materials for field trips and rinsing and drying equipment after labs would be a huge help.
Required Skills
- Able to lift equipment with the weight of the microscopes
- Able to carry some equipment from prep room to cars, when going out on field trips
Preferred Skills
- Organized
- Doesn’t mind menial tasks
- Follows directions
- Has a familiarity with the names of equipment used in labs (petri dish, beaker, pipette etc)
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday; able to work around student schedule. Mornings are preferred (prior to 1:30 pm labs).
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $18.93 / hour
- Location: Keegan Hall, M-Building (2nd floor, Science wing)
- Contact Information: Barbara Blackie, bblackie@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6253
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Support Tech | CAT/IT/BAS
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Primary Responsibilities
- Importing information into Canvas shell courses, including test bank questions
- Updating assignment due dates
- Creating forms
- General clerical and instructional support
Required Skills
- Punctuality and dependability
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with Canvas
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite software applications (especially Word and Excel)
Preferred Skills
- Some MS Office Excel experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Varies/TBD
- Preferred Start Date: Winter quarter
- Rate of Pay: $18.93 / hour
- Location: Online/remote work for now, but may eventually need assistance in office C-210 (Administration) and classroom M-236 (Keegan Hall)
- Contact Information: Tanya Knight, tknight@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6242
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Program Assistant | Community Education
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Primary Responsibilities
This position will support Community Education programs through excellent customer service, social media marketing, and general office duties including but not limited to:
- Provide customer service at the front desk via phone, email and in-person
- Answer general questions about Community Education
- Check online registrations and call students with pending orders
- Guide students through the registration process by phone or email
- Clerical duties include electronic file organization, data entry, and use of word processing software
- Social Media posting, design, and engagement
- Draft updates to program webpages
- Represent Peninsula College and PC Community Education programs at community events
- Perform other duties as required
Required Skills
- Interest in community education programs and engagement
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Ability to communicate effectively in speaking and writing
Preferred Skills
- Experience using graphic design systems including Canva and Photoshop
- Experience with mass email platforms like Constant Contact
- Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and landscape
- Customer service experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD; able to work around student schedule.
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $18.07 / hour
- Location: Port Angeles Campus, J-Building (PUB)
- Contact Information: Christeal Milburn, cmilburn@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6527
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Graphic Designer | Community Education
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Primary Responsibilities
- Support, organize, and assist with building creative assets for Community Education Program
- Design, create, and edit digital multimedia including social media graphics, printed flyers, email newsletters, short videos and reels
- Participate in planning for production of multimedia content
- Follow branding and ADA guidance for all media
- Provide customer service at the front desk via phone, email or in-person
- Answer general questions about Community Education
- Check online registrations and call students with pending orders
- Guide students through the registration process by phone, email or in-person
- Clerical duties include electronic file organization, data entry, and use of word processing software
- Coordinate pre-class needs with instructors
- Clerical duties include electronic file organization, data entry, and use of word processing software
- Inventory Management as needed
- Perform related duties as required
- Other duties are flexible based on the qualifications and interests of the student, which could include:
- Organize and annotate digital files
- Manage social media postings and scheduling
- Assist with paperwork for photo/video shoots
Required Skills
- Organized
- High attention to detail
- Reliable
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
- Open to learning and receiving feedback
Preferred Skills
- Advanced computer skills (especially with Canva, Social Media Management, and Adobe Creative Suite)
- An understanding of photography and/or videography
- An understanding of graphic design including color theory, design principles, and composition
- Interest in marketing and communications
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week; hours are flexible depending on student availability
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $20.33 / hour
- Location: Community Ed Office, J-46 (PUB)
- Contact Information:
Christeal Milburn, cmilburn@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6527
Camilla Rico, crico@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6444
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Shop Assistant | Construction Technology
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Primary Responsibilities
- Cleaning and organizing the shop
- Preparing material packages for the lab classes (often requires the use of saws and other power equipment)
- General maintenance of the tools, which primarily consists of looking for damage and oiling the pneumatic tools
- Building and creating shop jigs and other fixtures
Required Skills
- Must be comfortable in a shop environment
- Must be skilled and experienced in using hand tools, power tools (both portable and stationary), and pneumatic tools and compressors
- Must be able to lift 60-80 pounds, as when we buy bagged concrete it comes in those weights
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12-16 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Tuesday & Thursday, 11:30 am–2:00 pm
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $17.67 / hour
- Location: P-Building (Room 9)
- Contact Information: Pat Nickerson, pnickerson@pencol.edu, (360) 417-7972
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant | English Department | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with the Creative Writing Festival
- Create documents in Word
- Copy & File
- Work within Canvas
- Assist faculty with other projects as need be
- Help with cultural events and publications (Magic of Cinema, Studium Generale, the Creative Writing Festival, Tidepools, etc.)
Required Skills
- Typing skills, basic knowledge of Canvas and Word, experience conducting research on the internet.
Preferred Skills
- Students interested in promoting art, writing, photography, and music
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 3-5 hours, may increase based on the needs of the Department
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD; based on the academic schedule
- Preferred Start Date: Winter quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Remote
- Contact Information: Helen Lovejoy, hlovejoy@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6362
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Journalism/Mass Media Assistant | Journalism & Mass Media
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Primary Responsibilities
- Create documents in Word
- Copy & Filing
- Work closely with the Buc Business Manager to create advertising for the student newspaper, The Buccaneer
- Create promotional materials
Required Skills
- Typing / Computer skills
Preferred Skills
- Prefer candidate with interest in news, creative storytelling and photography
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and Photoshop
- Ability to handle student information maturely, as well as potentially sensitive newsworthy issues
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 3–5 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: Tuesdays–Fridays, 12:00–1:30 pm and/or 2:30–3:30 pm; Hours are flexible, student and supervisor will work together to set a schedule
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $18.93 / hour
- Location: A-Building (Cornaby Center), Room A-1
- Contact Information: Rich Riski, rriski@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6469
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant II | Peninsula College Longhouse
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Primary Responsibilities
- Provide assistance with Longhouse/Multicultural events and programs or other campus events as requested
- Send emails and support marketing and outreach/communication for Longhouse events and Studium Generale events and programs
- Perform a variety of clerical tasks such as creating forms, flyers, and posters using Microsoft Word, Publisher, and other formats
- Provide assistance with Longhouse Study Hall
- May support students by being available to answer basic questions about the campus and its resources
- Assist other areas as requested (Instruction, Student Services, etc.)
- Record minutes at Longhouse meetings and events
- Provide support during exhibit installations, and light housekeeping in Gallery and Great Room
- Serve as witness for events and classes
Required Skills
- Strong personal and written communication skills
- Excellent attendance
- Responsible, self-directed, and respectful of confidentiality issues
- Working knowledge of Canvas and Zoom, in order to assist students with simple tasks such as: logging in, submitting assignments, checking grades, communicating through email and other means of communication
Preferred Skills
- Prefer experience with word processing and spreadsheet software
- Prefer knowledge of information access, research, and critical thinking
- Prefer interest in digital recording
- Prefer knowledge / familiarity with diverse populations, or strong interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion work
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse
- Contact Information:
Sadie Crowe, scrowe@pencol.edu, (360) 417-7992
Kate Reavey, kreavey@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6268
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Nursing Support Tech | Nursing Department | CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
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Primary Responsibilities
- Assists with the preparation of equipment, materials and supplies for nursing skills lab and simulation lab
- Assists with maintaining the skills and simulation suites at a high standard, including cleaning and bed making.
- Assists with organizing, sorting and maintaining storage areas
- Assists with doing laundry in simulation and skills lab including washing, drying, folding and storing linens
- Assist with simulation activities as needed
- Communicates effectively
- Works effectively with students, faculty, staff and community partners.
- Performs related duties as required
Required Skills
- Willingness to become familiar with anatomic, physiologic, medication and pathologic props, including moulage (body fluids, excretions, wounds, medical procedures, etc).
- Physical requirements include the ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students, faculty, staff, and simulated patients.
Preferred Skills
- Interest in healthcare or in simulation technology
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Varies by quarter; typical days needed are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $18.93 / hour
- Location: Allied Health, K-Building, Rooms K-201 / 202 / 203
- Contact Information: Alana Murphy, amurphy@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6455
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant II | Welding Department
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Primary Responsibilities
- Under general supervision from instructors, perform maintenance and upkeep work in the main welding lab, surrounding yard and storage shed.
- Perform manual labor and equipment operation involved in maintenance and upkeep of welding program.
- Under general supervision, perform routine maintenance work/duties of equipment and tooling.
- General computer knowledge at best and knowledge of use of copying machines in mail room.
- Keep constant observations of metal and welding consumables inventory and report to instructors should anything concerning arise.
- Monitor deliveries of supplies on assigned delivery days and stock materials as necessary.
- Applicants can be former welding alumni or current welding students based on experience in the program.
- Work-Study employee will report to Eoin Doherty, Kelly Flanagan, and our main lab Teaching Assistant, Anton Kossler.
Required Skills
- General knowledge of computers
- Ability to use copier machine in mail room
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 8 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday; Hours vary depending on student's schedule, afternoon would be preferable
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Q-Building (Welding Office)
- Contact Information: Eoin Doherty, edoherty@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6541
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Market & Deli
- Catering Assistant
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Primary Responsibilities
Under Supervision:
- Participates in the routine preparation, cooking, and serving of food according to a pre-determined plan
- Preparing ingredients beforehand, like cleaning, peeling or chopping the vegetables
- Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixers, steamers, toasters, choppers, ovens and stoves
- Coordinates and plans own activities with other cooks to have meals ready to serve at scheduled times
- Assists in maintaining the catering storage and kitchen area, equipment, and utensils in a safe and sanitary manner
- Evaluates cooking methods, times and temperatures according to food safety standards
- Reviews all work products to ensure highest level of quality
- Performs other duties of a similar or related level as necessary or assigned
- Performs other work as required
Required Skills
- Must know methods and procedures regarding food preservation; kitchen and dining area sanitation; use and care of kitchen and dining area
- Must know equipment and utensils used in food preparation
- Communicate effectively
- Prepare food in quantities
- Comply with laws and regulations governing food preparation
- Handle stressful situations in a professional manner, including angry or difficult customers
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Prepare quantities of food required with a minimum of waste
- Maintain kitchen, dining areas, kitchen utensils and equipment in a sanitary manner
- WA State Food Worker card required
- Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds
Preferred Skills
- Customer service experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: TBD
- Days and Hours Needed: TBD
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $17.28 / hour
- Location: Pirate Union Building (PUB), J-Building, Market & Deli
- Contact Information: Camilla Rico, crico@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6444
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Office of the President
- Marketing & Communications Assistant | Marketing & Communications Department
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Primary Responsibilities
This position will perform duties to support, organize, and assist with building creative assets for the college’s marketing and communications department. Specific tasks include:
- Design and create digital and print marketing material
- Participate in staff production meetings and contribute ideas
- Perform related duties as required
Other duties are flexible based on the qualifications and interests of the student, which could include:
- Organize and annotate digital files
- Distribute promotional items
- Assist with paperwork for photo/video shoots
- Create and update records
- Run related errands on campus
- Hang flyers off campus (mileage reimbursement available through non-work study funds)
*Please submit a portfolio of past work when applying for this role.
Required Skills
- Reliable
- Organized
- High attention to detail
- Positive attitude
- Open to learning and receiving feedback
- Computer skills
Preferred Skills
- Advanced computer skills (especially Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and InDesign.
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent written and oral communications
- Customer service experience
Professional Benefits
- Experience working in a creative office
- Receive material for employment portfolio
- Flexible duties and work schedule
- Supervision by, and collaboration with, seasoned creative professionals.
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week; hours are flexible depending on student availability
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $19.85 / hour
- Location: C-Building (1st floor), Administration/Faculty offices
- Contact Information: Aimee Gordon, agordon@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6291
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Student Services
- Office Assistant II | Enrollment Services | JOB FILLED
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Primary Responsibilities
- Basic office duties, including:
- OnBase (electronic filing system)
- Data entry
- Student mailings
- Copying and scanning
Required Skills
- Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Skills
- Office experience
- Electronic scanning/filing experience
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: Up to 19 hours per week
- Days and Hours Needed: 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday– Friday; able to work around student schedule
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Student Services, D-Building (ground floor)
- Contact Information: Ruth Adams, radams@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6393
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Library Assistant | Library/Media Center
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Primary Responsibilities
General library tasks as requested, including but not limited to:
- Emptying book drops
- Shelving books and periodicals
- Picking up and delivering mail
- Photocopying
- Inventory, discharging and charging library items
Required Skills
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers. Work is typically performed in a setting which requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods.
Preferred Skills
- Previous library work experience and/or familiarity with academic libraries.
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 10 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: No days or times are specifically required. The library’s preference is for a schedule of approximately three days/week for approximately 3 or 4 hours per day from approximately 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, but days and hours can be worked out with supervisor to accommodate students’ class schedules.
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Library/Media Center, B-Building
- Contact Information: William Parnell, wparnell@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6274
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant II | Student Success
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Primary Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of clerical tasks such as making copies, creating forms, flyers and posters using Microsoft Word, Publisher, etc.
- Help maintain record keeping/filing systems (including scanning documents) and compile data
- Assist other office staff with Outlook calendar appointments and phone calls/emails/texts to students (reminder calls, follow up calls, etc.)
- Answer inquiries about Student Success services
- Provide assistance with Student Success events (set up, clean up, greet guests, etc.)
- Post flyers and put up sandwich board signs on campus
- Type forms and labels; stuff envelopes, etc.
- Assist with implementing testing accommodations which may include proctoring accommodated student exams and/or reading/scribing student exams
- Assist students with on-line registration and other web transactions
Required Skills
- Strong oral and written communication
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office suite, web conferencing software, student information systems (ctcLink, Canvas)
- Know and apply confidentiality protocol scrupulously
Preferred Skills
- College-level reading and writing
- Customer service experience
- Organization, professionalism, empathy, independence, and problem-solving
- Multi-lingual
- Experience supporting customers with diverse backgrounds including those with disabilities
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12 to 16 hours
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday (hours flexible)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter
- Rate of Pay: $16.60 / hour
- Location: Student Services, Building D
- Contact Information: Brad Baranowski, bbaranowski@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6279
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant II | Upward Bound
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Primary Responsibilities
- Follows established guidelines
- responds to inquiries regarding departmental services and procedures
- answers and make telephone calls
- schedules appointments
- Sorts, files, and tabulates various documents and records; establishes and prepares new electronic and paper files or categories within established filing systems; enters and retrieves data using electronic files and software; removes and logs materials; maintains status and file reports;
- Performs basic word processing or typing tasks such as aligning text, setting margins and tables, saving or filing, spell checking, and printing to produce memos and letters
- Photocopies and collates material
- Perform electronic mail tasks
- Assists with maintaining and updating the online presence of the Upward Bound program
- Cross checks and tabulates standard information; checks incoming forms and documents for required information; extracts and compiles statistical data from source documents
- Maintains office inventory following established procedures
- Drafts and updates routine forms, letters and flyers; assembles reports; proofreads material making corrections for sentence structure, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- Shares information regarding important dates, deadlines, and events with participants and their parent/guardians
- Assists with tracking the participation of Upward Bound participants and processing of monthly stipends
- Performs other duties as required
Required Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year or more of clerical experience
- Organized
- High attention to detail
- Typing skills
- Knowledge of: basic knowledge of modern office practices, methods and procedures; English grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation; basic arithmetic; the use of electronic information equipment.
Preferred Skills
- Previous TRIO experience preferred
- Prior experience working with low-income, first-generation, disadvantaged, and/or minority students.
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12 hours, approximately
- Days and Hours Needed: 10:00 am–6:00 pm, Monday–Thursday
- Preferred Start Date: ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $16.52 / hour
- Location: Room Student Services, D-217 or Pirate Union Building, J-47
- Contact Information: Annie Carver, acarver@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6333
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Office Assistant II | Veterans Center
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Primary Responsibilities
- Open/staff Veterans Center with pre-established hours
- Set up, clean up, and inventory refreshments for visitors
- Engage with and support Veteran students when needed
- Perform a variety of clerical tasks such as making copies, creating and maintaining forms, create and distribute flyers and posters, and email messages using Microsoft Word, Publisher, etc. for Certifying Official or Veterans Advisor
- Assist students with applying for VA educational benefits
- Assist students in acquiring documentation required by Certifying Official and VA
- Support Certifying Official with maintaining and organizing files
- Assist students with navigating to Veterans Advisor
- Assist Certifying Official or Veterans Advisor with Outlook calendar appointments and phone calls/emails/texts to students (reminder calls, follow up calls, etc.)
- Answer inquiries about Veterans Center services
- Provide assistance with Veterans Center events (set up, clean up, greet guests, etc.)
- Post flyers and put up sandwich board signs on campus
- Type forms and labels; stuff envelopes, etc.
Required Skills
- Punctuality and dependability
- Strong oral and written communication
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite software applications such as Word
- Ability to use web conferencing software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) and student information systems (ctcLink, Canvas)
- Know and apply confidentiality protocol scrupulously
Preferred Skills
- Lived experience as a Veteran or Veteran's dependent
- Experience supporting customers from diverse backgrounds (including veterans or students with disabilities)
- College-level reading and writing
- Customer service experience
- Organization, professionalism, empathy, independence, and problem-solving
- Multi-lingual
Position Details
- Approximate Hours Per Week: 12-16 hours, flexible
- Days and Hours Needed: Monday–Friday (hours flexible)
- Preferred Start Date: Fall quarter or ASAP
- Rate of Pay: $16.60 / hour
- Location: Veterans Center, J-Building/PUB & Student Services, D-Building
- Contact Information: Brad Baranowski, bbaranowski@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6279
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.