Student Employment Opportunities
Student employment opportunities are available within the Academic Computing Services (ACS) department. These positions encompass a variety of tasks that include assisting computer users within the open computer labs and also working with ACS staff on particular departmental projects. Use the questions below to determine if you are suited for working as a computer lab assistant.
Where do I go to apply for a job in ACS?
The first stop is visiting the ACS Main Campus office for an application. You
can obtain an application by asking a computer lab assistant, in lab rooms 4256
and 4274, for an application form.
Is there any special requirement that I need to know about prior to applying
for a job?
Yes. The College requires that all student employees carry a minimum of six
(6) credits during the fall and spring semesters and MUST maintain a minimum
grade point average of 2.5.
Will I be interviewed at that time or do I need to make an appointment?
If the computer lab assistant supervisor is available at that time, an interview
will take place once you fill out the application. If the supervisor is unavailable
you may call 610-359-5148 or email jrarig@dccc.edu
to schedule an interview time.
How much is the hourly rate for a computer lab assistant?
The hourly rate varies depending upon whether the student is paid through federal
funds or college funds. The federal hourly rate is $6 and the college hourly
rate is $5.15.
How will I know what my hourly rate will be?
The Financial Aid Office will be able to determine what fund will be used. After
your interview with the computer lab assistant supervisor you will be asked
to stop by the Financial Aid Office to fill out necessary forms, such as a W-4,
etc. You will then be told whether you will be paid from federal or college
funds.
What does the job involve?
The general responsibility of a computer lab assistant is to help computer users
in the open computer labs. Many times, assistance may encompass filling up the
printer paper tray, replacing a printer toner cartridge, and rebooting a computer
that has locked up. They also help students obtain email accounts and are capable
of explaining how email and the Internet work on campus and also how to download
software so that email and Internet connection can be used from home.
A computer lab assistant does NOT help computer users and/or students in completing their homework assignments. If homework questions arise, the computer lab assistant explains that they must seek out their instructor.
Additionally, there will be times in which ACS faces a deadline for a departmental project that requires the aid of our computer lab assistants. These projects are too numerous to mention, however, they are tasks that afford a computer lab assistant the opportunity to learn different phases of the department, not to mention the opportunity to list these accomplished tasks on a future resume!