Job Title: Paraprofessional (Political Science)

Department: Political Science

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1462.24 Hours per year
• 9 Months per year
• 37.5 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional – Political Science provides essential support to department faculty, staff, and students by assisting with research, writing, classroom projects, and a variety of administrative and academic tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administrative
  
  • Perform administrative tasks, including printing, copying, scanning, as well as various other office tasks, and setting up zoom on computers for class when needed.
  • Assist with planning and putting on department and college-wide events.
  • Maintain avenues of outreach for the department including daily student interactions, Instagram, the CC website and the Digest, and blockly newsletters to facilitate student connections with college resources
  • Assist the department with hiring new faculty members by organizing itineraries, meetings, mock classes, tours, and meals with interviewing faculty and students.
• Research and Writing
  
  • Assist faculty with academic projects and preparing academic materials which might include:
  • Conducting background research­
  • Analyzing quantitative data, including statistical analysis
  • Writing literature reviews
  • Finding and securing academic sources and resources
  • Creating charts, tables, and other graphics
• Tutoring
  
  • Work with political science students to develop research and writing skills.
  • Work with political science students to develop senior theses and tutorial papers.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.A. or minor in Political Science, International Political Economy, History and Political Science, or Classics, History, and Politics Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds
• Experience conducting academic or comparable research
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines independently in a collaborative academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic or research job or internship position.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: March 15, 2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $20.03 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html