Peer Mentor - Temporary, Part-Time in Tucson, Arizona

Peer Mentor Position

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 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. 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.

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

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. Available to work flexible shifts, when needed. Leave requests are not permitted in August or January.

Achieve satisfactory academic progress (2.5 GPA or higher preferred). 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.

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…