Hourly - Counseling Assistant
Salary
$16.90 - $20.55 Hourly
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type
Hourly Staff
Job Number
05-2026-HW1
Department
Counseling
Opening Date
05/06/2026
Basic Functions
The SBCC Academic Counseling Center Counseling Assistant supports academic counselors with a variety of projects and is the first point of contact for students who come to the Academic Counseling Center Front Desk. Primary duties include:
Helping students to schedule academic counseling appointments and prepare appropriately for their session(s)
Supporting students in navigating the community college system, providing referrals as needed
Assisting counselors with the facilitation of college support services including various workshops and programs, e.g. Class Planning for new students
Representative Duties
Work Schedule:
This is an hourly position to work no more than 19.5 hours per week and no more than 175 days per fiscal year.
The position is on campus in person during hours the Student Services building is open.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesdays 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Possibility of working some Fridays 9 am - 1 pm
Opened until Filled
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills
Able to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Able to work confidently with diverse student populations and is committed to practicing and promoting inclusivity
Experience with or demonstrated ability to learn new software and technology
Desired Qualifications:
Ideal applicants are knowledgeable about SBCC Student Services
Two years of previous customer service experience preferred
Bilingual skills, Spanish preferred
Not Benefit Eligible
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What does it mean for you to have a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion? How have you demonstrated that commitment? How would you see yourself demonstrating your commitment in this position at Santa Barbara City College?
Required Question
Employer Santa Barbara City College
Address 721 Cliff Drive
Santa Barbara, California, 93109
Phone 805-730-5130
Website https://www.sbcc.edu/hr