Our Opportunity

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeksstudent applicants for the position of Percy The Kraken (SPSCC Mascot) for Fall 2024 Quarter. Applicants must be able to commit to being available for an entire academic year. This position eligible for either student hourly or work study employment.
Schedule Information: Hours and shift times will vary based on events and requests for Percy the Kraken appearances. Can work around class schedules.
Educational Benefit: Gain skills as a performer and mascot, as well as growth from a student leadership position on campus.

What You'll Do

Performing as Percy the Kraken is a Student Life leadership position aimed at inspiring and growing school spirit as the lovable mascot of SPSCC. This position is tasked with performing mascot duties during athletic games and Student Life events, appearing at campus and community functions, and maintaining the larger-than-life spirit of Percy the Kraken to generate excitement, promote the SPSCC Clippers, and build school spirit!
Must commit to being available a week before the quarter starts for some training.

Qualifications You Possess

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in minimum of 6 credits (unless otherwise described).
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Hours: 10 – 15 hours per week
• When performing as Percy, you will need to be comfortable with sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, lifting up to 25 pounds, and other physical tasks, while wearing the mascot costume.
• Learn more about Percy’s origin and personality here: https://spscc.edu/meet-percy-kraken

To Apply

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:
a. Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
b. Current resume showing all educational and professional experience which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
South Puget Sound Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361, ssoto@spscc.edu, Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512; South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.
Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.
You may contact Aaron Managhan amanaghan@spscc.edu with any questions regarding the job for which you are applying.

Hourly non-permanent employees accrue vacation, sick, personal holiday, personal leave, and holiday credit. These accruals are pro-rated based off of the hours worked in the prior month for both the vacation and sick monthly. The personal holiday and personal leave types only accrue after 4 months of continuous employment with the college.