SE, Residence Hall Desk Assistant

ST/WS9841

Salary $16.00 Hourly Location Prescott Campus, Prescott, AZ Job Type Student Worker Job Number 2026-00197 Department Residence Halls Opening Date 08/04/2026 Description Benefits Questions Description of Position Description of Position Position may close before the posted end date without notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.

Position Supervisor:

Aaliana Daharsh and Marcus Stamper Department/Office:

Residence Life Pay Rate:

$16.00 per hour, 0 - 25 hours per week depending on department need, availability of funds and student eligibility. This position will gain marketable work experience by working with Yavapai College staff, faculty and affiliates in a group effort to support the mission, goals and values of Yavapai College. Desk Assistants (DAs) play a vital role in the development of the residence hall community and supporting students in their time at Yavapai College. Desk assistants create a welcoming environment and help support the clean and safe living space in the halls. DAs will support the Residence Life office by:

• Greeting each resident
• Loaning hall equipment
• Answering residents' questions
• Providing assistance with room lockouts
• Maintaining the security of the residence halls
• Assisting in other duties, as assigned, based on department/resident need Minimum Expectations & Requirements Minimum Expectations & Requirements
• Must be currently enrolled in at least 6 credits hours
• All hiring documents must be completed prior to first work shift, including acceptable documentation for the I-9 Form
• Ability to work with a diverse student population
• Exhibit patience and a positive attitude
• Demonstrate reliability and good customer service skills
• Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate time management and organizational skills, and ability to complete a variety of tasks on immediate or extended timelines
• Demonstrate integrity and trustworthiness in interacting with others and will college property
• Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner
• Adhere to the code of confidentiality in certain cases where discretion should be used
• Adhere to and be an example of behavioral expectations in the Yavapai College Code of Conduct as well as FERPA guidelines
• Have a strong understanding of technology and the ability to use it effectively and efficiently
• Must have the following skills/characteristics: leadership, dependability, initiative, enthusiasm, discipline and willingness to grow both personally and professionally
• Must be available to be scheduled during the desk hours, according to student schedule, including a minimum of 8 hours at the front desks in the halls. Management may request other hours in special circumstances.
• Support the Residence Life staff (RAs, Managers, Director, etc.) in their duties while on shift.
• Must attend DA Training
• Must uphold and adhere to the policies in the Housing Handbook Preferred Skills & Abilities Preferred Skills & Abilities
• Prior work experience and/or transferable skills related to this position Essential Functions The start date, to occur no sooner than July 1st of the current aid year, of this position will be determined by the hiring supervisor after an applicant is hired.

This position has a standard end of assignment date of June 30th of the current aid year. Assignment may end sooner or be extended depending FWS eligibility, availability and/or department need. This position is employed by Yavapai College, unless otherwise noted in the above job description. Location of this position is noted in the above job description. Yavapai College campus addresses are as follows: Prescott Campus 1100 E Sheldon Street Prescott, AZ 86301 Verde Valley Campus 601 Black Hills Drive Clarkdale, AZ 86324 Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC) 220 Ruger Road Prescott, AZ 86301 Chino Valley Agribusiness & Science 2275 Old Home Manor Drive Chino Valley, AZ 86323 Prescott Valley Campus 6955 Panther Path Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Sedona Center 4215 Arts Village Drive Sedona, AZ 86336 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Yavapai College offers its employees a comprehensive benefit package:

Other Insurance Coverage:

Workers' Compensation (compensation, medical expenses and death benefits for on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases)

Unemployment Compensation:

Employees who are laid off or terminated may receive benefits if covered wages meet requirements

Direct Deposit:

Paychecks deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s).

Additional Benefits and Services:

Local community discounts to faculty and staff, mail and notary service. 01 Office of the Registrar - Confidentiality Requirement for

Student Employees:

I understand the confidential nature of working in a job on campus. I agree not to access information that I have not been authorized to use in performing my job duties. I will not disclose any confidential information other than as authorized to perform my job duties. Failure to comply will mean immediate dismissal from my job. Yes No Required Question Employer Yavapai College Address 1100 E. Sheldon Street Prescott, Arizona, 86301 Website http://www.yc.edu/hr