Viking Mascot Pool

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This position is only available to current students of Del Mar College at this time.
Viking Mascot must have a flexible schedule as work hours vary.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Part-Time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT53

Job Title

Job Title VIKING MASCOT POOL

Department

Department Student Leadership and Campus Life

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Salary $12.00 per hour

Open Date

Open Date 11/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide and cultivate engaging collegiate experiences for students attending Del Mar College and to represent the institution in a manner that builds positive branding in surrounding communities.

This position fosters an enriching connection among Del Mar College’s various supporters , including the campus community, alumni, future students and general population to reinforce Del Mar College’s mission, values, and commitment to the communities it serves while encouraging a vibrant collegiate culture that nurtures the Viking spirit.

* Selection for the position will include an interview, audition, and a role-playing activity.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled as a Del Mar College student in good academic standing, not subject to college discipline per the DMC Student Handbook, and available for at least two semesters per academic year.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Ability to maintain availability to work events throughout the academic year, which includes evenings, weekends and summers as needed. (Student’s class schedule is considered when booking appearances.)

Physical ability to maintain good posture and to perform the following actions: (i.e, standing, running, kneeling, reaching, hopping, jumping, bending, waving hands/arms, etc. )

Must be of the height and weight to wear the Viking costume comfortably and support the weight of the costume for extended periods of time.

Must provide a minimum of 15 Viking Volunteer hours during per semester employed beyond the 19 hours per week maximum paid hours.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a costumed mascot or character.

Knowledge of the Corpus Christi and surrounding communities as well as all campus locations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified…