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Student Employment at Salem College

Become A Salem Student Employee!

At Salem College, we believe that the student employment is an integral part of the student experience and we strive to create student employment opportunities that allow for both personal and professional growth while building your own career experience. Browse through our many opportunities that are available for Salem College students below!

How To Get Your Student Job!

Employment Checklist

To apply for student worker jobs on campus including federal work study, please follow this process:
  • Review the student employment opportunities listed below on this website.  Open positions are only available for Salem College students.
  • Complete the online application in our Paycom system using the Apply Here link provided with each job summary.
  • If you are selected for interview by the hiring manager, the hiring manager will reach out to you individually typically via email.
  • If you are selected for the role by the hiring manager, you will complete the required paperwork with the hiring manager which includes two (2) documents: signing the job description and signing the 2026-2027 student employment assignment and acknowledgement statement.
    • Your supervisor will share the official job description with you and ask you to sign it.
    • You and your supervisor have view only access to the 2026-2027 student employment form through the link above.  Please download, complete, and sign.
    • The hiring manager will return the signed job description and the 2026-2027 student employment form to Human Resources by emailing these two (2) documents to:  JaNae Joyner – janae.joyner@salem.edu and Elizabeth Bragg – elizabeth.bragg@salem.edu and Shannon Johnson – shannon.johnson@salem.edu.  This confirms that the hiring manager has approved your candidacy for hire for this student worker role.
  • Please ensure the hiring manager sends the signed paperwork over to JaNae Joyner and Elizabeth Bragg and Shannon Johnson in Human Resources via email
  • Set up a meeting with Human Resources by contacting Elizabeth Bragg (elizabeth.bragg@salem.edu)  and Shannon Johnson (shannon.johnson@salem.edu) and JaNae Joyner  (janae.joyner@salem.edu)
  • Complete onboarding through an in-person meeting with Elizabeth Bragg, Shannon Johnson, or JaNae Joyner in Human Resources.
    • IMPORTANT:  A student must receive approval from Human Resources (either Elizabeth Bragg and/or Shannon Johnson and/or JaNae Joyner) in order to begin their role even if you have been a student worker in a previous year.
    • If you are a student who have never worked with Salem before, you must bring appropriate and original (not copies) of  I-9 documents to Human Resources to complete onboarding.
      • Acceptable I-9 documents to bring can be found at this LINK.
  • Record your time through the Paycom system for the dates/times determined between you and your supervisor.  You will be shown how to do this in the Paycom App during your onboarding with Human Resources.
  • Receive payment

 

QUESTIONS:

 

If there are questions about the Student Employment process, please reach out to the Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Administration and Operations who is part of Human Resources – Dr. JaNae Joyner (janae.joyner@salem.edu).
Otherwise, please complete the Paycom application and wait for outreach from a hiring manager as noted for each job posting below.  If you have questions about the specific job role, please reach out to the hiring manager as listed below each job.

Student Employment Opportunities

Student Assistant - Student Center

Job Summary:  The Student Center Assistants support the daily operations of the Student Center by providing exceptional front-line customer service and creating a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. Serving as the primary reception point for the Student Center, Office Assistants assist with guest services, facility operations, event support, equipment check-out, and building information. They also complete administrative projects and provide operational support to the Student Activities staff to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the Student Center and its programs, events, and services.

Hiring Manager:  Gabby June – gabby.june@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  5

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

 

Student- Admissions Communications Team

Job Summary: The Admissions Communications Team Student Assistant supports the Admissions Office by engaging with prospective students through phone calls, email, social media, and other communication channels. This position assists with outreach efforts, helps create a welcoming and responsive experience for prospective students, and supports the daily communication needs of the admissions team. The role provides students with valuable experience in professional communication, customer service, marketing, and higher education recruitment.

Hiring Manager: Kathy McAdams – kathy.mcadams@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  2

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

Admissions Student Assistant

Job Summary: The Admissions Office Student Assistant supports the Admissions Office by assisting staff with a variety of daily administrative and operational tasks. This position helps ensure the efficient day-to-day functioning of the office while providing excellent customer service to prospective students and visitors. The role offers students valuable experience in office administration, communication, organization, and higher education operations.

Hiring Manager: Kathy McAdams – kathy.mcadams@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  4

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

Student Athletics Assistant

Job Summary: The Athletics Student Assistant supports the Athletics Department in a variety of operational, administrative, and game day activities that contribute to the success of Salem’s athletic programs. Responsibilities may include office support, event operations, statistics, scoreboard management, athletics communications, creative projects, concessions, and assisting coaches and athletic training staff. This role requires professionalism, reliability, strong communication, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Hiring Manager: Eric James – eric.james@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  10

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

Student QUEST Tutor

Job Summary: The Student QUEST Tutor provides individualized academic support to help Salem College students strengthen their understanding of course material and achieve academic success. Working one-on-one or with small groups, tutors assist students with coursework, test preparation, and study strategies while fostering a positive, supportive learning environment. Tutors adapt their instruction to meet students’ unique learning needs and encourage confidence, critical thinking, and independent academic growth.

Hiring Manager: Brandon Walker – brandon.walker@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  7

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

Student Technical Assistant

Job Summary: This Student Technical Assistant position provides support for events by setting up and breaking down equipment, assisting with audio/visual needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of events. This position may also assist with proper set-up and arrangement of equipment, table, chairs, furniture etc. on campus as a result of events. This technical assistant may also keeps track of inventory in the building and assist with other projects deemed appropriate by the Director of Special Events and Community Outreach.

Hiring Manager: Robyn Goslen – robyn.goslen@salem.edu

Number of Student Positions Available:  1

Rate:  $9/hour

Typical Number of Hours = 8 per week

Typical Number Weeks per Semester = 10

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