Compliance Assistant- Intern (student on-campus)

Seattle Colleges District Office is looking to hire a current student for a Compliance Assistant position for the Human Resources - Compliance Department.

Hourly Wage for this position is $20.76/ hour.

This opportunity is open until filled, with the first review of materials on Monday, July 21st, 2025. 

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Compliance, the Compliance Intern will assist in records filing, redacting public disclosure requests, digitizing records, compiling data, and assisting with compliance related functions for the District.

This position is part-time, working for up to 19 hours per week.

Work location: Hybrid; District Office/Siegal (1500 Harvard Ave) & Telework

One day a week in office.

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. 

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

Application Procedures:

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants: 
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

What you will be working on:

• Assist in the response to requests for public records in compliance with the Public Records Act (RCW 42.56). 
• Review responsive records for exempt information and apply redactions prior to release.
• Compile data or records in a comprehensive manner under the direction of the Director of Compliance.
• Assist in transferring files between systems and sites. 
• Work closely with the Compliance Team and other stakeholders to audit and review systems and records management portals. 

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

This position is open to students at Seattle Central College, North Seattle College, or South Seattle College, who must be enrolled by the start date (Fall 2025). We highly encourage students with an interest in law, government, communications or business to apply. 

• Extreme attention to detail
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions
• Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills with the ability to cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
• Strong commitment to ethics and legal compliance.
• Experience with handling confidential documents. Experience with legal documentation is preferred, but not required.
• Intermediate computer literacy; experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Educational Outcomes:

• Learn current laws surrounding public records, exemptions, and FERPA
• Develop confidential records handling skills
• Gain experience with complex data entry and analytics 
• Practice communication skills for a variety of audiences including students, staff, and members of the community
• Develop skills in working collaboratively to complete requests
• Gain experience working with several file management systems and assisting with complex data auditing tasks. 

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Office Setting:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: 

• Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
• Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
• Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings 

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement 

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyberbullying."

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance.

Background Check Statement 

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.