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Lead by Example

Student Leadership

Get involved - gain work experience and pay for college as a Chemeketa student leader.

 

Why Become a Student Leader?

Student leadership is crucial to Chemeketa’s vibrant college experience. Student leaders help college staff do important projects, develop strong communication and leadership skills, and gain valuable work experience. Student leaders also participate in valuable networking experiences and are recognized for their valuable contributions to the college community each academic year.

Student leaders may also participate in special activities such as networking events and professional development.

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As a student leader, you may be paid at an hourly rate or a receive a tuition waiver. No resume or cover letter needed. You can view the multiple student job teams, work duties, minimum qualifications, and name and contact info for supervisors when you scroll down and click on a position that interests you.

To apply: 

  • Apply online on through Chemeketa’s Human Resources
    • Select “Student Leadership – New & Returning '25- '26” (it may be on second page). When applying select your top five student job teams. The supervisors of those teams will get your application. You can see a full list by scrolling down. 
    • Once your application is submitted, you can email the supervisor of the positions you have applied to let them know that your application is in, and that you are looking to see if they still have vacancies.
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Academic & Tutoring Support

  • Accessibility Services Support Technician

    Provides customer service at our AIM (Accessible Information Management) Help Desk, which includes checking in appointments for testing and assisting students to navigate the AIM database. May assist in the creation of alternate format materials and checking out adaptive equipment. Will work directly with students, e.g. as a classroom or lab aide, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality. Attends meetings and training as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

    Students must maintain a 2.75 term GPA and be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours each term.

    Accepting applications until filled.

    For more information, contact Thomas Lambert at 503.399.5192.

  • CAMP Tutor

    CAMP Tutors must complete Level I Tutor Training within the first two terms, and must demonstrate proficiency in subject area. Tutors work with minimum supervision. Participate in weekly meetings with Tutor Supervisor and participate in tutor training activities. Maintain weekly tutor logs. Meet weekly with each assigned student. Assist in monitoring students’ success. Attend leadership conferences/workshops as assigned. Do student follow up via phone calls or email. Provide individual educational assistance to students. Demonstrate problem-solving skills. Tutors may perform various clerical tasks and other duties as assigned.

    Tutors must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 throughout the academic year and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Accepting applications now until filled.

    For more information, contact Jorge Montejano at 503.589.7770 or Liliana Landa-Villalba.

  • CAP Mentor

    This position allows the opportunity to develop leadership skills working directly with students and staff in the TRIO/CCP programs. Mentors assist in our TRIO/CCP classes, giving them a direct connection to the students in their cohort. They help students with assignments, give feedback and encouragement, monitor academic success, follow up on instructor alerts, connect students with additional supports, etc. 

    They must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 throughout the academic year. Mentors work 5-12 hours a week on a regular basis, and on certain occasions up to 20 on special projects if the student schedule allows it (not required to work more than 12). 

    Requirements:

    • Strong communication skills
    • Excellent listening skills
    • Ability to work with a diverse student population

    For more information, contact Liliana Landa-Villalba at liliana.landa.villalba@chemeketa.edu

  • CAP Tutor

    CAP tutors must complete Level I Tutor Training within the first two terms, and must demonstrate proficiency in subject areas. Tutors work with minimum supervision, providing individual educational assistance to students. Tutors will meet with each student that schedules an appointment online, assist in monitoring students’ success and maintain weekly tutor logs. They must demonstrate problem-solving skills and communicate regularly with the tutor supervisor and other CAP staff. Tutors may perform various clerical tasks and other duties as assigned.

    Tutors must maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA throughout the academic year and complete a minimum of 6 credits per term.

    For more information, contact Hailey Gibbs at 503.315.4296or Jorge Montejano at 503.589.7770.

  • Peer Language Assistants

    Thank you for your interest in using your language skills to assist language faculty, lead conversation tables and/or build bridges between cultures. Your willingness to share your native language(s) and help others informally learn about language and culture enhances our college community and enriches learning for all. Peer Language Assistants leaders apply current cross-cultural communication skills and continue to build them through training and mentorship.  No experience required. Join us!


    Accepting applications now until filled.

    For more information, contact Teter Kapan at 503.399.5141.

  • Polk Center Tutors
    Polk Center Tutors must complete Level I Tutor Training within their first term and demonstrate proficiency in their subject areas. Tutors provide in-person, one-on-one academic support to students with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include meeting with students, maintaining tutoring logs, assisting with scheduling sessions, and supporting general office or clerical tasks as assigned. 

    Serving as a tutor provides valuable professional experience by developing communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Tutors will also earn certification upon completion of training, strengthening their resume and work history in supporting others academically.

    Tutors must maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA throughout the academic year and complete a minimum of 12 credits per term.
    For more information, contact Juan Saldaña at juan.saldana@chemeketa.edu

Advising, Mentoring & Peer Navigation

  • Advising Peer Assistants

    Advising Peer Assistants are student leaders who represent the Advising and First-Year Programs department as well as your fellow peers at Chemeketa Community College. Working as a student leader you will support students by engaging with prospective, new, and current students on a daily basis. This is an essential role to the Advising Department.

    Advising Peer Assistants are students who have experience and knowledge of the campus, navigating the website, using the my.chemeketa student portal, and registering for classes. 

    This position gives you the opportunity to develop leadership skills working directly with students and staff. In this position, you will have an opportunity to gain valuable experience in networking, communication, teamwork, customer service,  and public relations.

    Core Competencies:

    • Outstanding customer service skills
    • Strong communication skills
    • Excellent listening skills
    • Ability to work with a diverse student population

    Students in this position must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits each term

    For more information, contact Erika Coker at 503.399.6557 or Carlos Duran.

  • CAP Assistants

    The CAP (College Access Programs) Assistants perform receptionist duties and provide support for all College Access Programs such as CAMP, TRIO, TRIO Pre-college, and the Chemeketa Completion Program (CCP). This team will assist with the Resource Center's front desk and the main office's front desk by welcoming students, staff, and the community in a friendly, helpful, and approachable manner and providing department information.

    Resource Center front desk duties include 

    • Welcome and check-in students
    • Monitor the Resource Center
    • Maintain computers, lab and resource center security and keep work areas clean
    • Answer phones or assist staff/students with computer equipment and/or software use
    • Answer general student questions
    • Other duties as assigned

    Main office front desk duties include 

    • Welcome and greet clients (students, staff, and the community)
    • Provide CAP information and reply to phone, email and in person inquiries
    • Schedule appointments
    • Answer main phone line
    • Assemble various materials and packets of information for distribution
    • Assist with special projects such as labeling or preparing files
    • Assist with college activities such as registration, conferences and special events
    • Other duties as assigned

    For more information, contact Lupe Najar-Perez at 503.315.4293 or Liliana Landa-Villalba.

  • Peer Advisors for Veteran Education

    The role of the Peer Advisor is to support the student veteran as they transition to campus life.  Peer Advisors will be existing students who have experience and knowledge of the campus. The Peer Advisor will act within an agreed range of confidentiality and will ensure they have the best interest of the student veteran in mind at all times.

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Complete initial online training modules
    • Coordinate times to call or meet with student veterans
    • Provide informal support to student veterans to increase awareness of the resources available
    • Refer student veterans to university, federal and community resources as needed
    • Complete all interaction and outreach logs on a regular basis
    • Increase campus awareness of the PAVE program and specific needs of student veterans

    Qualifications

    • Military service
    • Good academic standing (0 or above GPA)
    • Ability to work with others
    • Good interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills
    • Insight about transition challenges
    • Can engage with and motivate people from diverse backgrounds

    Time Commitment

    • Attend initial training session(s)
    • Attend optional group events and program recognition events
    • Make a minimum of two semester commitment
    • Reach out to student veterans at least one time per month
    • Participate in scheduled calls or meetings with other Peer Advisors to share successes and discuss any challenges

    Contact: Angela Archer at 503.399.6148 or Carlos Duran.

  • Student Success Mentors
    Are you passionate about helping people? Do you want to be a leader on campus? The Student Success Center is looking for dedicated students like you to join our team!
     
    What You'll Do
    As a Student Success Mentor, you’ll help fellow students navigate college life. Whether you're staffing the front desk or reaching out to students, you’ll be a vital link to student success and making a real difference in our community. You’ll:
    • Be the friendly face at our front desk and welcome area.
    • Connect with peers through check-in emails, texts, and phone.
    • Lead the way by assisting with workshops and new student orientations.
    • Team up on campus projects and support other departments during busy periods.
    Who We’re Looking For
    We aren't looking for "perfect" experts—just students who care! We're looking for:
      • New (Incoming) and Returning students who have a 2.75+ GPA and complete 12 credits a term (with Cs or better).
      • Great listeners who are comfortable speaking with students from all different backgrounds.
      • Helping hearts: If you’ve helped first-year or first-gen students before, that’s a huge plus! (No formal mentoring training? Don't worry, we've got you.)
    • Independent: You’re comfortable taking the lead on tasks and using basic tech.
    Requirements
    To make sure you stay on track with your own goals, we ask that you:
    • Maintain a 2.75 GPA each term.
    • Stay enrolled in at least 12 credits.
    Ready to lead? If you’re organized, empathetic, and ready to help the student body succeed, we want you on our team!

    For more information, contact Keegan Gormally at keegan.gormally@chemeketa.edu

  • Student Support & Wellness Ambassador

    The Student Support & Wellness Ambassador serves as peer support for students seeking counseling, career development and basic needs resources. This role combines administrative support, peer navigation, event coordination, and resource management to create a welcoming and accessible environment for the campus community. 

     

    Responsibilities includes: 

    • Greet and assist students, staff, and community members warmly.
    • Provide general information to inquiries received in-person and over the phone
    • Answer general questions regarding campus departments, services, and policies.
    • Maintain strict confidentiality at all times regarding student visits, records, and inquiries.
    • Schedule appointments for students with counselors, career specialist and student resource navigator. 
    • Help students navigate and locate diverse resources across the college campus.
    • Provide hands-on assistance with department digital tools and applications, including:
      • My Apps Chemeketa (student portal)
      • Oregon CIS (Career Information System)
      • Chemeketa CareerLink (job board)
      • Career Coach
      • Student Resources Website 
    • Support and manage the daily operations of the Student Wellness Room.
    • Maintain inventory, organize supplies, and ensure spaces remain clean, welcoming, and fully functional.
    • Staff campus tables to distribute educational materials and promote department services.
    • Assist professional staff with the planning, promotion, and execution of large-scale career development and mental health awareness events.
    • Handle physical event set-up and tear-down, including moving tables, signs, and materials.
    • Assist professional staff with special projects as assigned.
    • Perform other duties as assigned to support the department's mission.

    Eligibility & Requirements:

    • Must be eligible for Federal Work Study
    • Must have completed at least one term at Chemeketa
    • Maintain a minimum 2.75 term GPA and successfully complete at least 12 credits per term
    • Earn grades of C or higher while employed as a student employee. 

     

    Core Competencies:

    • Excellent verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Strong digital literacy; comfortable learning and troubleshooting student software applications.
    • Ability to handle sensitive student situations with empathy, maturity, and strict confidentiality .
    • Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
    • Excellent listening and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population

     

    For more information, contact Danielle Oswald.

  • Student Support Peer Assistant

    The Student Support Peer Assistants will support the Basic Needs Center. They will provide welcoming customer service, administrative support, and hands-on resource management for the campus community. This role focuses heavily on maintaining the daily operations of the campus Food Pantry, managing inventory, and helping students connect with essential basic needs resources in a confidential and supportive environment.

     

    Responsibilities include: 

    • Greet and assist students warmly, creating an inclusive, stigma-free, and supportive environment. 
    • Support and manage the daily, hands-on operations of the Basic Needs Center.
    • Maintain Food Pantry inventory by tracking stock levels, organizing food and supplies, and restocking shelves and support on delivery days. 
    • Assist at the front counter to check in students who have scheduled appointments with the Student Resources Navigator.
    • Answer general questions regarding campus departments and student services.
    • Maintain strict confidentiality at all times regarding student visits, records, and inquiries.
    • Ensure center spaces remain clean, organized, hygienic, welcoming, and fully functional for students.
    • Perform other duties as assigned to support the department's mission.

     

    Eligibility & Requirements:

    • Must be eligible for Federal Work Study
    • Must have completed at least one term at Chemeketa
    • Maintain a minimum 2.75 term GPA and successfully complete at least 12 credits per term
    • Earn grades of C or higher while employed as a student employee. 

     

    Core Competencies:

    • Excellent verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Ability to handle sensitive student situations with empathy, maturity, and strict confidentiality .
    • Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
    • Excellent listening and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population


    For more information, contact Danielle Oswald.

Cultural, Intercultural & Inclusion Support

  • Intercultural Assistants

    If you have an interest in connecting with people, communication across cultures and supporting students, apply to be an Intercultural Assistant. Our team supports the Intercultural Resource Center, intercultural projects, international orientation, service learning, applied intercultural learning in the district and beyond. Intercultural Assistant leaders apply their own cultural & communication knowledge and skills while continuing to build intercultural abilities through training and mentorship.  No experience required. Join us!

    Accepting applications now until filled.

    For more information, contact Teter Kapan at 503.399.5141.

  • Multicultural Student Services (MSS)

    The MSS team members are responsible for

    • Maintaining the Multicultural Center facilities
    • Coordinating ongoing cultural awareness projects
    • Providing support for the cultural student clubs
    • MSS team plans events
    • Promoting upcoming multicultural events by creating flyers and posters and maintaining a designated display case and bulletin board
    • Providing general information to the public by communicating effectively and collaboratively throughout the campus community

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Accepting applications now until filled.

    For more information, contact Linda Ringo-Reyna at 503.399.5143.

  • Polk Center Recruitment and Retention Student Leaders

    These positions assist in the overall retention and recruitment efforts at Polk Center. They focus on the planning, publicizing and coordination of various events at the Polk Center, including student clubs, cultural events and community service events. They also assist with high school recruitment events throughout the school year, held on and off campus. This includes giving campus tours, speaking on student panels and staffing college fairs. Additionally, one of the Recruitment and Retention Student Leaders will be an active member of the Associated Students of Chemeketa (ASC), which is the student government for Chemeketa Community College. The ASC Rep will attend the ASC weekly meetings at the Salem campus and report on the events and happenings at Polk. They will also work to strengthen the collaboration between the Salem and Polk Center

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Accepting applications TBA

    For more information, contact Jorge Anaya at 503.316.3282

  • Woodburn Peer Leaders

    The Woodburn Center is looking for leaders within the student population who wish to gain work experience within a wide range of positions. They focus on the planning, publicizing and coordination of various events at the Woodburn Center, including student clubs, cultural events, and community service events. The Peer Leaders serve as positive role models and representatives for the student of Woodburn.

    The Woodburn Center is looking to fill the following positions 

    • Office Assistant
    • Student Club Leader/Associated Students of Chemeketa (ASC) Representative
    • Computer Lab Assistant
    • ESOL Class Assistant
    • Advising Assistant

    Woodburn Peer Leaders must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits per term.

    Accepting applications now until filled.

    For more information, contact Ninfa Rodriguez at 503.316.3260.

  • Yamhill Valley Student Activities Board

    These five positions are responsible for planning and implementing student activities at Yamhill Valley Campus. They focus on the planning, publicizing and coordinating various events including student clubs, cultural events, and community service events. They also assist with recruitment events throughout the school year by giving campus tours, speaking on student panels and staffing college fairs. 

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Accepting applications TBA

    For more information, contact Russell Jones.

Student Leadership & Engagement

  • Associated Students of Chemeketa (ASC)

    The Associated Students of Chemeketa (ASC) is a group of student leaders who represent their fellow peers at Chemeketa. This is a great opportunity for you to develop multiple job related skills, including leadership skills, time management skills, team work skills, computer skills, and build your resume for future jobs or scholarships. ASC’s main tasks are 

    • Represent students at Chemeketa
    • Work closely with students to help improve their well-being at Chemeketa
    • Receive student concerns and take them to the appropriate bodies of authorities
    • Manage tasks and projects as approved by the ASC Student Council

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Most ASC openings happen during spring term, but you are encouraged to apply any time of year.

    For more information, contact Joel Gisbert at 503.365.4764.

  • Student Ambassadors
    Looking to make a difference on campus? We’re looking for friendly, motivated Student Ambassadors to join our Salem recruitment team! This is a great way to build your leadership skills, meet new people, and help future students find their place at our college.
    What You’ll Do
    As an Ambassador, you’re the face of the college! You’ll help prospective students and their families feel at home by:
    • Leading Campus Tours: Share your favorite campus spots and personal experiences with visitors.
    • Being a Resource: Answer questions about classes, admissions, and what life is really like here.
    • Supporting New Students: Help newcomers navigate the enrollment process and get settled.
    • Staying Organized: Help us keep our student records up to date and jump in on fun recruitment projects.
    Who We’re Looking For
    You don’t need to be an expert yet—we’re looking for students who are:
    • Great Communicators: You enjoy talking to people and are a good listener.
    • Inclusive & Kind: You’re excited to work with students from all walks of life.
    • Independent: You’re comfortable taking the lead on tasks and using basic tech.
    • Bilingual? That’s a huge plus!
    Requirements
    To make sure you stay on track with your own goals, we ask that our Ambassadors:
    • Maintain a 2.75 GPA each term.
    • Stay enrolled in at least 12 credits.
    Ready to lead? Apply today and help us welcome the next generation of students!

    For more information, contact Sandra Cervantes at 503.399.5125 or Yesica Navarro.

  • Student Bookstore Leader

    Student Bookstore Leaders work in the Bookstore at the Salem campus. Working as a student leader you will assist students, staff, faculty and the public with purchases. This position gives you the opportunity to develop leadership skills as well as enhance your experiences in customer service and public relations.

    This is an essential role at the bookstore as you will often be the first face seen when entering. Some of the other roles and responsibilities are as follows:

    • Establish a student leadership role both on the campus and within the Bookstore.
    • Answer general questions in regards to campus information, merchandise, required course materials and bus information.
    • Assist fellow students, staff, faculty and the public with course material selection and general merchandise.
    • Maintain the Bookstore sales floor to be clean and inviting to all.
    • Perform relative tasks as assigned.
    • Communicate and work effectively with students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds.
    • Use appropriate technology to accomplish job functions.
    • Work independently, with minimum supervision.

    Core Competencies:

    • Outstanding customer service
    • Strong communication skills
    • Excellent listening skills
    • Ability to work with students of different backgrounds and abilities
    • Public contact through employment and/or volunteer experience

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with handling cash, credit/debit card transactions

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    For more information, contact Teresa Pearson.

  • Student Life Assistants

    Student Life Assistants work at the office of Student Life. Their main job consists of connecting with current and returning Chemeketa students via phone, text, or email, helping them navigate resources at Chemeketa. They are also in charge of campus postings and other clerical tasks for the office.

    Interested students should:

    • Be in their first or second year of college at Chemeketa Community College.
    • Maintain a 2.75 GPA or higher throughout the academic year and successfully complete 12 credits each term and pass their classes with a C or better. No Ds or Fs accepted while employed.

    Core Competencies:

    • Strong communication skills
    • Excellent listening skills
    • Ability to work with students of different backgrounds and skills.

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    For more information, contact Michelle Limas at 503.399.5117

  • Wine Studies Assistant and Student Leader

    The Wine Studies Assistant and Student Leader performs a variety of duties including:

    • Assistance with various wine related events, including tasting room events, wine judging events, and annual barrel tasting event.
    • Assistance with student recruiting events and activities (held both on and off campus).
    • Providing tours of the Northwest Wine Studies Center.
    • Participating as student representative on the Wine Studies Advisory Committee (1 meeting/term).
    • Winery, vineyard, and tasting room assistance as needed.

    Must be enrolled in the Wine Studies program, able to work independently with minimum supervision, able to lift 40lbs., and must be available to work some weekends and evenings. Must obtain OLCC servers permit upon hire.

    Students must maintain a 2.75 GPA and be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits.

    For more information, contact Megan Jensen at 503.584.7254

Specialized Roles & Campus Services

  • Apprenticeship Assistant

    The Apprenticeship Department at Chemeketa is located on the Salem campus in Building 33. Our student assistants help with a variety of office and recruitment tasks. These include interacting with visitors, answering questions about our programs, assisting with events, helping students register, and performing general office tasks like filing, photocopying, and answering phone calls.

    It is helpful for our assistants to have some knowledge of Registered Apprenticeship and construction. A willingness to learn about our programs and speak to groups is a big plus.

    Our Apprenticeship Assistants have experience and knowledge of the campus, navigating the website, using the portal, and registering for classes.

    We look for people with strong communication skills, customer service experience, and positive attitudes. You must be able to work with diverse populations.

    Students in this position must maintain a 2.75 GPA and be enrolled in classes.

    For more information, contact Reshone Dean at 503.339.5255.

  • Design OP

    Design OP is looking for Visual Communications students interested in putting into practice the skills they are learning in the program through graphic design and/or interactive media.

    Design OP provides hands-on opportunities which helps students be successful in their program as well as in the graphic design industries as business leaders.

    Design Op Students must be competent in the use of Adobe programs.

    Learn how to –

    • Manage a small business
    • Work with a team of graphic designers, photographers, and video producers
    • Critique and consult with each other
    • Project management processes and skills
    • Build a working relationship with vendors
    • Design for various medias
    • Consult with clients and assist them with their design needs

    Various duties may also include –

    • Photography
    • Video Production
    • Web design/Graphic Design
    • Collaborate with other departments to design promotional media, recruitment and/or retention materials

    Students not in the Visual Communications program who are proficient and have a passion for photography, graphic design, video production, and/or web design, are encouraged to apply.

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    For more information, contact Marie Hulett at 503.399.2530.

  • Public Safety Office Assistants
    • Works various shift hours based on scheduling Monday through Friday
    • Provides customer service information on security, safety, first aid, facility usage, card access/key control, parking and traffic management and other college functions to visitors, students, staff and faculty
    • Provides clerical support for Public Safety Officers
    • Inputs data with high degree of accuracy, including parking permits, incident reports and key requests into established computer programs in a prescribed manner
    • Operates two-way radio, and computer equipment; issues college keys and access cards to staff
    • Uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions; understands and utilizes available technology as communication and data gathering tools
    • Understands and collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
    • Provides information and responds appropriately to a variety of requests for information and assistance, including emergency calls through the 911 system
    • Money handling, permit sales and parking citation payments
    • Operates information booth
    • Filing, general office duties
    • Issues parking citations for various parking infractions on Salem campus
    • Parking citation appeals resolution
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Students must maintain a term GPA of 2.75 and successfully complete 12 credits each term.

    Accepting applications now - ongoing

    For more information, contact Timothy Richardson or Bryan Bagwell at 503.399.5023.