Student Employment

Federal Work-Study Job Opportunities:

For information about Federal Work-Study visit their website or email workstudy@palomar.edu.

Off-Campus Job Opportunities:

Please visit the Student Life and Leadership Website.

On-Campus Student Job Opportunities:

Positions listed below have specific application instructions, which may vary by department. Please complete the Short-term and Student Application and follow the instructions listed to apply for positions of your interest.

Lifeguard – Health/Kinesiology & Recreation Management Department

Campus Location: Pool

Hours per week: 8-20 hours

Work Schedule: Typically afternoon and evening

Hourly pay rate: $16.30

Job duties:

Maintain the safety of the patrons in and around the pool
Represent Palomar College by maintaining a professional attitude
Communicate and enforce all Palomar College Pool regulations and pool rules in a personable and professional manner
Communicate any potential dangerous elements of the facility to the pool supervisor.
Attend all scheduled staff meetings
Perform patron surveillance with a rescue tube from the guard stand
Remain alert and use all senses while guarding
Work as a team with other lifeguards during special events
Set the pool for various activities such as laps, classes, etc.
Be able to respond to an emergency and activate EAP
Handle all incidents in a manner appropriate to your training
Complete all injury reports in black or blue ink
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Desired skills/qualification: Current American Red Cross Lifeguard training/ First Aid/CPR certification or equivalent.

Contact information: Please forward your completed application (see at top of page ) to Andrew McCoy, amccoy@palomar.edu

Program Ambassador – Grant Funded Student Programs

Location: School sites in Escondido or Vista, and the Escondido Campus

Schedule:

Hours per week:

Hourly Pay rate: $18/hour

Position Summary:

The Program Ambassador supports the implementation of college access programming at designated school sites and the Escondido campus. Under the direction of the Project Director, the Ambassador will engage with students and families to deliver workshops, promote postsecondary pathways, and serve as a liaison between school communities and the grant-funded program.

Job Duties:

Provides support in outreach, recruitment, onboarding, and engagement efforts.
Promotes college programs and resources.

Represents the college to prospective students, families, K-12 partners, and the community at campus and community events.
Assists with campus tours, presentations, and outreach events (e.g., college fairs, open houses).
Supports onboarding processes such as application workshops, orientation sessions, and registration events.
Provides peer-to-peer mentoring and guidance for incoming and current students.
Distributes promotional materials and explains academic programs, student services, and campus resources.
Assists in the planning and execution of student engagement events.
Maintains accurate records of outreach efforts and student interactions.
Attends training sessions and staff meetings as required.
Assists with developing and distributing marketing materials including flyers, newsletters, and announcements.
Performs basic clerical tasks and support special projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equivalent to the completion of 12th grade.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
Friendly, outgoing, and approachable demeanor.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Punctual, reliable, and professional in conduct.
Bilingual skills (especially Spanish) are a plus.
Familiarity with student support services, campus departments, and the college application process is desirable.

Contact information: Please forward your completed application (see at top of page) to Nellie Martinez, nmartinez@palomar.edu.

Theater Assistant (applicant pool) – Performing Arts

Campus location: San Marcos

Hours per week: Varies

Work schedule: Varies, based on production schedule

Hourly pay rate: $16.30

Job duties: Assist in the safe operation and maintenance of theater sound, lighting, rigging, and related equipment, and systems used in support of stage productions and related events. Assist in the Performing Arts Department season production as needed – availability to work evenings and weekends are necessary for the main functions of this job.

Minimum Qualifications: Education equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade, plus a background in live event technology, theatrical productions or equivalent education preferred.

Desired Qualifications: A basic understanding of signal flow and various production systems; lighting, sound, and video. The ability to work independently, and safely on projects. Experience with reading and understanding stage and lighting plots. Students that are studying theater technology are encouraged to apply.

Contact information: Email application/resume to Tony Cucuzella at acucuzzella@palomar.edu

Tutor – Tutoring Department

Campus Location: All campuses

Hourly Pay: $16.30 per hour

Work Schedule: Flexible

Hours Per Week: Position averages 10-20 hours per week with possibility for more

Duties: Helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.

Position Description:A Peer Tutor is a student that has had success in an academic subject, who works with assigned students to help them reach their academic goals. Peer Tutors reinforce material presented by faculty members by giving students learning strategies and an opportunity for peer interaction. Tutors will be trained to facilitate collaborative learning sessions.

Required Skills and Qualifications: