Peer Mentor - Temporary, Part-Time

Peer Mentor - Temporary, Part-Time

Salary

$15.45 Hourly

Location

Northwest Campus - 7600 N Shannon Rd, Tucson, AZ

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2026-TEMP-00361

Department

NW-Northwest Campus Input Org

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2027 5:00 PM Arizona

Grade

Unclassified

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Were excited you are considering a position with us. We welcome and celebrate the expansive experiences and contributions that all members of our campus community bring to the table, whether shaped by career history, academic study, or community engagement.

Were committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. For more information about working at Pima Community College, visit the Pima Careers page.

All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. All selected candidates are subject to a successful completion of a background check.

The data we collect during the application process is used to evaluate your qualifications for the role youre applying for. All data is handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our privacy policy.

Position Summary

Student Affairs is looking for Peer Mentors to work in the Student Services Centers. PCC students who serve as Peer Mentors will be expected to attend and participate in Student Affairs training prior to the start of their work assignments. Peer Mentors may also be asked to support other Student Affairs programming as needed (such as FYE-First Year ; New Student Orientation, High School Outreach, etc.) or other Student Services initiatives for new students throughout the semester.

PCC Peer Mentors provide students with a welcome and introduction to the College. Peer

Mentors will be responsible for greeting students in person or by phone in the Student Services

Centers. Peer Mentors will also support other Student Affairs programming college-wide as

needed. The work schedule for this position may include working evenings and weekends.

Start date for the position will depend on dates of enrollment.

The work schedule for this position is flexible and may include working evenings and weekends.

About Temporary Employment:

This position has one vacant position and will establish a qualified applicant pool for part-time temporary positions. Applications will remain active for 6 months to a year and selected candidates may be contacted as positions become available or when immediate staffing needs arise. Placement in the pool does not guarantee employment. The applicant pool will be refreshed annually.

Temporary applicants may be hired for specific assignments or placed in an applicant pool for future opportunities, depending on enrollment levels and business needs. If selected from this pool of applicants, candidates contacted will receive details regarding the specific assignment and will have the opportunity to confirm interest and availability.

We are seeking dedicated part-time temporary employees to join our qualified applicant pool. Selected candidates will be considered for placement as positions become available or when immediate staffing needs arise.

Part-time temporary roles offer flexible scheduling and the opportunity to support a diverse population of students in achieving their educational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Peer Mentors will assist with the following, which may include but are not limited to:
• Greeting students professionally in person or by phone in the SSCs, Student Life Centers, or at other Student Affairs programming events
• Helping students navigate college processes, such as how to use MyPima, how to complete college paperwork, how to connect with an advisor, counselor, or student life
• coordinator, etc
• Helping students navigate their first steps in preparing for college, including answering questions about resources and the student experience at Pima
• Assisting students in setting up various digital resources like MyPima, D2L, etc.
• Following up with students after Student Affairs programming events to answer questions
• Knowing about and sharing with students the opportunities to build connections to the College such as through student life, student clubs and organizations, leadership opportunities, how to get involved, and the value of student engagement

Leadership and Civic Engagement:

• Assist in the planning and implementation of Student Affairs programming events
• Assist in developing and facilitating leadership training opportunities for students as
• peer mentors during co-curricular programming events
• Assist with the assessment and evaluation of programming events General Office Duties
• Answer Phones Schedule appointments Database Entry
• Email
• Greet students
• Hand out information to students
• Call students to remind them about NSO, Student Life, or other student affairs programming events
• Be responsible for supplies for the Student Services Centers and Student Life areas and restock as needed

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and
• Registered for at least 6 credits at PCC the prior semester, Spring 2026 (or Summer 2026) and
• Register for at least 6 credits at PCC in the Fall of 2026, and 3 credits in the summer of 2026 to start in July 2026

Additional Information:

• Available to work flexible shifts, when needed
• Leave request are not permitted in August or January
• Achieve satisfactory academic progress (2.5 GPA or higher preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in student leadership opportunities, service-learning projects, college work experience, and/or experience working with high school or college students; OR customer service experience
• Dependability
• Skills in leading small groups
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication
• Ability to provide superior customer service
• Work coordination and prioritization while performing multiple tasks
• Ability to adhere to college standards and practices
• Development of positive and cooperative interpersonal relationships
• Manage own time and work independently

Tuition Waiver and Student Employees:

Student employees must be actively enrolled students throughout the duration of their term of

student employment. In order to be eligible for this position, you are required to be an actively

enrolled student at Pima Community College during the time of employment. This position is

considered a student employment opportunity and thus is not eligible for the tuition waiver

provided by the college.

If you require assistance, or a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact Pima Community College Human Resources.

Human Resources Contact Information:

• Phone: (520) 206-4624
• TTY: (520) 206-4530
• Email: hr@pima.edu

Pima Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Comprehensive Benefits for a Meaningful Career

Pima Community College is proud to offer a robust benefits package that supports the health and well-being of our employees.

Full-time employees are eligible for a wide range of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plans and deferred compensation options

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

• Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Temporary employees who work twenty (20) or more hours per week for more than nineteen (19) weeks in a fiscal year are required to participate in one of the following retirement plans: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).

To explore the full range of benefits and plan options, please visit our Benefits Page

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You must be 18 years or older to apply for this position. Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Did you graduate from high school or receive a GED Certificate?

• Yes
• No

03

This position does not provide sponsorship for an employment visa. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa?

• Yes
• No

04

All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. Do you currently reside in or plan to relocate to Arizona?

• Yes
• No

05

Were you enrolled for at least 6 credits at PCC during the Spring or Summer of 2026?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a currently enrolled for at least 6 credits at PCC for the Fall of 2026?

• Yes
• No

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Employer Pima Community College District (AZ)

Address 4905 East Broadway Blvd.

Building D, Room 102

Tucson, Arizona, 85709-1180

Phone (520) 206-4624

(520)206-4500

Website https://pima.edu/pima-jobs/contact-us.html