South Seattle College’s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) is immediately hiring part-time, temporary Admissions Support Specialists for college access work through August 31, 2026.

Hourly Range for this position is $30 to $35 hourly.

Application and required materials must be submitted no later than April 10th. Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin April 7th, 2026.

Position Summary

The part-time College Admissions Support Specialist assists the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center team in providing community members with information on college admissions, programs, and funding for post-secondary education programs. The TRIO EOC program is operated in the Welcome Center at South Seattle College. Information and referral services will be delivered through individual meetings with prospective college students in an in-person environment. This role will also assist in leading admission workshops. TRIO EOC assists prospective students with admissions applications, enrollment forms, FAFSA applications, career exploration and planning, and program selection. Additionally, this role will include program data entry and student file maintenance.

This position will gain experience in understanding community and technical college systems, student affairs, financial aid support, entry advising, and program selection, and learn about the intervention and referral system for students. TRIO EOC provides services to US Citizens and eligible non-citizens that are 19 years-of-age and older, who are low-income and will be first generation college students. South Seattle College is one of the most diverse community colleges in Washington State. TRIO EOC is a 100% US Department of Education funded grant program.

Employment from May 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026, employment after these dates is dependent upon continued funding.

This position is part-time, working 16 hours per week, between Monday through Thursday. Occasional evening hours may be required depending on department needs. Scheduling and availability will be discussed during the interview process.

This position works primarily on-site; however remote hours may be available occasionally as needed by the department.

Required qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in education or similar field

Experience working with diverse student populations

Knowledge of college entry requirements and funding options

Strong public speaking and communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

Understanding of community college

TRIO knowledge/experience

Proficient in language other than English

Teaching and/or workshop facilitation experience

Applicants should apply using the link below.

Application for College Admissions Support Specialist