Student Programmer Position Description 2016-2017
($800 stipend per semester)
The Student Programmers are an elite group of students who gain valuable work experience through
planning and coordinating student-led events sponsored by the Student Activities Board (SAB) of
Associated Students of San Juan College (AS/SJC) and Student Activities. The SAB provides student-led
social/recreational, cultural, and educational activities for San Juan College students. Student
Programmers are current students selected on the basis of leadership, scholarship, professionalism and
desire to promote San Juan College events and programs. Student Programmers uphold the philosophy,
mission and goals of San Juan College by serving at the many events and activities the college provides.
Student Programmer Qualifications
 Must be enrolled in 6* (Summer term) 8* (Fall & Spring term) or more credit hours per semester
and stay enrolled throughout the semester at San Juan College
 Must have and maintain 2.50* GPA or higher
 Have at least 1 semester to contribute to program (preferably 2)
 Practice and uphold professionalism including responsibility, dependability and punctuality
 Sincere desire to represent SJC, AS/SJC and Student Activities as a Student Programmer
Student Programmer Responsibilities
All programmers are responsible for the following duties, in addition to the specific tasks of the position, as
outlined below:
 A minimum of 5 hours per week, including weekly Student Activity Board (SAB) meeting,
programmers meetings and other committees as assigned.
 Work collaboratively with team members and the Student Activities staff to plan, promote,
coordinate student programming at San Juan College.
 Must represent San Juan College with professionalism at all times.
 Be a leader and a positive example to others.
 Operate with a clear understanding of the College’s mission, policies, and procedures.
 Hold other programmers and ambassadors accountable.
 Maintain a supportive team by attending & contributing to other sponsored events.
 Play an integral role in creating a fun, lively, and vibrant campus.
 Attend training, retreats and leadership programs.
 Maintain positive working relationships with AS/SJC, Student Ambassadors, Student Activities
Office, and other campus constituents.
 Maintain organized files such as: sample forms, contacts, correspondence, flyers, maps, contracts,
listings of event vendors, sponsors, presenters, etc.
 Advertise and market events.
 Provide feedback and debrief of events.
 Assist other programmers with events as needed.
 Keep work stations and office area clean.
 Maintain a clean, organized and functional Student Activities closet.
Student Programmer Incentives
 $800 stipend per semester. A third of the $800 will be awarded at each third of the semester.
 Access to the Student Activities Student Leadership space (open computers and printers,
microwave, refrigerator, etc.)
 Further development of career skills and experience for resume and opportunity for letters of
recommendation.
 Great segue into student government and other leadership opportunities.
 Nomination into National Society of Leadership and Success
 Nominations onto campus committees
 Exposure to various campus involvement opportunities
 Campus recognition
 Meeting new people and establish personal and professional contacts
 Leadership training
Other Information
 All responsibilities are required, as stated above, to receive stipend and other program incentives
 Programmers are responsible for notifying Student Activities staff if they are unable to make their
scheduled event (within 24-hours of event start-time). If missing an event, programmer must
makeup missed event with an equivalent event that semester.
 (2) Unexcused absences from an assigned event or weekly meeting may result in termination of the
Student Programmer by the discretion of Student Activities Staff.
Mandatory Events
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Fall 2016
1. Welcome Back Week/Summer Music Festival
2. Halloween Carnival
3. Luminarias Display
Spring 2017
1. Welcome Back Week
2. Open House/Pow Wow
3. San Juan College Graduation
Selection Criteria
 Sincere desire to represent Student Activities events and San Juan College
 Enthusiasm, comfort in large groups, ability to work well with others, responsibility, initiative,
creativity, reliability, self-regulation, motivation and a positive role model to others.
 Desire to learn and develop skills in Leadership, Customer Service, Community Involvement and
Event Planning.
Application Procedure
1) Fill out the Programmer application and references.
2) Return both sheets to Student Activities Office, 6107, on the first floor of the Learning Commons
Building (underneath SJC Library)
3) Schedule interview with Student Activities staff member
4) Reference check by Student Activities personnel.
5) Chosen applicants will receive notice by phone
*At the discretion of the Student Activities staff
Programmer Application 2016-2017
Please complete contact info below.
TODAY’S DATE__________________________
NAME ________________________________________ STUDENT ID#____________________________
PHONE________________________________ ALTERNATE PHONE _____________________________
MAILING ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________
SUBJECT of STUDY (MAJOR) _______________________ APPROXIMATE G.P.A __________________
Please select all terms interested in serving:
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Summer 2016
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Fall 2016
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Spring 2017
Please attach a copy of your fall class schedule.
Please answer the questions below. Attach extra paper if necessary.
1) What interests you about being a programmer?
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2) What 3 qualities do you possess that would enable to you be an effective programmer?
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2) ___________________________________________________________________________________
3) ___________________________________________________________________________________
3) Please list any activities, clubs or organizations you have been involved in while at SJC; also
include responsibilities or offices held (if applicable).
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4) The student programmer provides entertaining and educational events and programming for a
very diverse campus. Describe an event you could envision planning. Explain what a student would
experience at this event and why students would attend this event.
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5) What would you hope to learn/gain from serving as programmer that would contribute to your
future personal or career goals?
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6) Describe a time you worked with a team, in school or work, to accomplish a goal. What was your
contribution to a successful team effort?
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7) Have you ever been convicted of a felony? _____________________________________
If yes, please explain_________________________________________________________________________
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8) If not accepted for this position would you be interested in the following:
Check all that apply.
___ Student Event Intern ($500 stipend a semester, support staff to the Student Programmers)
___ Student Activities Board (meets weekly to plan and implement student events)
___ Student Government (become a member of the executive board or a senator with voting power)
Please list two professional references, preferably one from San Juan College.
NAME _________________________________
DEPARTMENT/RELATION ____________________
PHONE ________________________________
E-MAIL_______________________________________
NAME _________________________________
DEPARTMENT/RELATION ____________________
PHONE ________________________________
E-MAIL_______________________________________
Please read carefully before signing. If you have any questions regarding this program or this application,
contact the Student Activities Office at 566-3403.
By signing below, I certify that I have received a copy of the “Programmer Position Description.” I
have also read and understand the responsibilities and guidelines as stated in the description and
agree to the terms in which the document entails.
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Applicant Signature
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Date
First priority deadline for Spring Semester is Friday, April 29th at noon.
Please return the application to the Student Activities Office.