Federal Work Study Jobs

Status: Federal Work-Study Position
Location: Mesa Community College - Southern and Dobson Campus - Building #49 Room 104
Department: Athletics
Pay Rate: $15.15 an hour
Hours Per Week: 19.5 hours per week
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Not Eligible for Benefits: This is a part-time temporary position, not eligible for benefits

Job Summary:
Front Desk Operations - performing incoming and outgoing communication procedures and basic filing and computer operations.

Essential Functions:

• Data Entry
• Front Desk Operations - performing incoming and outgoing communication procedures
• Basic filing and computer operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Process student-athlete eligibility applications, good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to file and organize documents.

Desired Qualifications:

• Typing skills
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft applications
• Oral and written communication skills
• The willingness to learn various job functions.

How to Apply:

Pick up application in office (Building #49 Room 104).

Status: Federal Work-Study Position
Location: Mesa Community College - Southern and Dobson Campus - AC30
Department: Art & Design
Pay Rate: $16 an hour
Hours Per Week: 19.5 hours per week
Work Schedule: To be determined based on photo lab hours for the semester
Not Eligible for Benefits: This is a part-time temporary position, not eligible for benefits

Job Summary:
The Photoshop Tutor provides one-on-one and small-group support to students using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other digital art and design software. This position assists students with digital photography workflows, image editing, file management, printing, project preparation, and basic software troubleshooting while helping maintain a welcoming and organized computer lab environment.

Essential Functions:

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring to students using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other digital art and design software.
• Assist students with digital photography workflows, image editing, file management, printing, and project preparation.
• Help students understand course concepts and encourage independent learning.
• Troubleshoot basic software and computer issues and refer more complex technical questions to faculty or staff.
• Support open lab hours and help maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional computer lab environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study through Mesa Community College.
• Successful completion of at least one digital art, photography, graphic design, or related course.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to students with varying levels of experience.
• Dependable, organized, patient, and able to work independently.

Desired Qualifications:

• Coursework in graphic design, photography, visual communication, digital media, or a related field.
• Previous tutoring, mentoring, peer leadership, or customer service experience.
• Experience working in an educational, collaborative, or computer lab environment.

Special Working Conditions:

• This position requires prolonged periods of computer use.

How to Apply:

• Email professional documents (resume) to: [email protected]

Status: Federal Work-Study Position
Location: Mesa Community College - Southern and Dobson Campus- Greenhouse & Gardens
Department: Life & Environmental Sciences
Pay Rate: $15.15 per hour
Hours Per Week: 19 hours per week
Work Schedule: Variable. Scheduled around the student’s class schedule and operational needs of the Greenhouse and Gardens. Work will primarily occur Monday–Friday during daytime hours. Some Friday evening garden events and occasional special events may be included.
Not Eligible for Benefits: This is a part-time temporary position, not eligible for benefits

Job Summary:
Mesa Community College’s Life & Environmental Sciences Department is seeking a Federal Work Study student to assist with the operation, maintenance, educational activities, and applied research projects of the MCC Greenhouse and Gardens.

The Greenhouse and Gardens support student learning, pollinator conservation, native and climate-adapted plants, sustainable horticulture, and community engagement. The student assistant will gain hands-on experience in greenhouse and garden management, plant propagation, ecological data collection, environmental monitoring, and public outreach.

This position is well suited for a student interested in biology, environmental science, ecology, conservation, horticulture, sustainability, or a related field. Training will be provided.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with routine care and maintenance of greenhouse and garden areas, including planting, watering, weeding, pruning, mulching, potting, transplanting, and general garden upkeep.
• Assists with propagation and care of native, pollinator-supporting, vegetable, and other educational plants.
• Monitors plants for irrigation needs, plant health, pests, and other maintenance concerns and reports observations to supervising faculty or staff.
• Assists with maintaining pollinator, wildflower, and water-wise demonstration garden areas.
• Collects and records basic environmental and biological data, which may include soil moisture, temperature, plant growth, flowering, plant survival, and pollinator observations.
• Assists with downloading, organizing, and maintaining data from environmental monitoring equipment and data loggers.
• Enters and organizes data using Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, or similar software.
• Assists with labeling plants, maintaining inventories, organizing seeds and supplies, and maintaining greenhouse and garden records.
• Assists with preparation for volunteer gardening days, open houses, educational activities, plant sales, and other Greenhouse and Gardens events.
• Provides appropriate assistance and information to students, volunteers, and visitors during garden activities.
• Helps maintain greenhouse, garden, work, and storage areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Uses basic gardening tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
  Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, student project leaders, volunteers, and other student employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must meet Maricopa Community Colleges Federal Work Study eligibility requirements.
• Ability to reliably report to scheduled work shifts and communicate effectively with the supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in greenhouse and garden environments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
  Basic computer skills and ability to enter information accurately into spreadsheets or electronic records.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a team.
  Interest in learning greenhouse, gardening, environmental science, or ecological monitoring skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Interest in native plants, pollinators, water conservation, or Sonoran Desert ecology.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in working with students, volunteers, and members of the community.

Special Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in greenhouse and outdoor garden environments.
• Outdoor work under Arizona weather conditions, including warm temperatures and direct sunlight.
• May involve exposure to soil, dust, pollen, plants, insects, and other normal greenhouse and garden conditions.
• Requires periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and performing repetitive gardening activities.
• May require lifting, carrying, or moving garden supplies, plants, soil, tools, and equipment weighing up to approximately 30 pounds.
• Appropriate closed-toe footwear and clothing suitable for greenhouse and outdoor garden work may be required.
• Work schedule may occasionally include Friday garden events or other scheduled campus activities.
• Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate’s own expense.

How to Apply:

Email resume and/or Letter of Interest to Sara Sanders at [email protected]