Student Activities Specialist

Opportunity Description

Seattle Central is looking to hire a Student Activities Specialist in Student Leadership and Engagement.

$48,216 to $62,748 annually (depending on experience).

Open until filled, first review of materials will begin September 14th, 2026.

Are you passionate about helping students get involved and build a sense of community? Have you planned large, engaging events resulting in successful well-attended events? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals.

As a Student Activities Specialist, you will be responsible for being a key member of the team that hosts large dynamic events to highlight and celebrate the diverse student body. In this role, you will supervise and lead a team of six student staff that are responsible for hosting both thoughtful educational events and fun and wellness focused campus wide events.

This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, primarily 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position works a hybrid schedule of both remote and on-site work.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by WFSE.

We are a district of three distinct colleges North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College, and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and more.

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.

• You’ll work with your team to build inclusive, dynamic, and engaging events that serve students, ensuring access and assisting students in building community and a sense of belonging
• You’ll lead efforts to grow events to have more students attend, including reaching students from marginalized and excluded backgrounds, particularly regarding race and ethnicity
• Throughout your work you’ll demonstrate cultural humility and intercultural engagement, including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations, and create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity and diversity
• You’ll work with your team to improve the department's student retention and success
• You’ll assist with the development and monitoring of College Activities Board budgets; create and submit…