patient accounts representative

human resources specialist

campus safety officer

assistant director

program specialist

California-Lutheran-University

As a Resident Assistant, I was required to be on duty one day a week, although I was on call 24/7. When on duty, I needed to be in the residence hall doing rounds every hour to make sure that policies were not being broken and that the hall was safe. I learned how to think on my feet and be able to come up with quick solutions on the spot. When an incident arises while you are on duty, there is not much time to plan out a course of action. The job instilled in me more responsibility and confidence. My co-workers were my fellow staff members in the residence hall. While it was only one person on duty at a time, any one of my staff members would gladly help me out in an situation. We were a supportive and tight knit group. Having a staff teaches one how to communicate what is happening at all times but also when you maintain confidentiality. The hardest part of the job was learning to trust myself and my judgement. While I was hired for my ability to make the right decisions, it can be challenging to do so when in a difficult situation. But from that challenge, I learned to have confidence in my decisions and know that I am acting on behalf of the Residence Life offices. The most enjoyable part of the job was building a community within my hall and getting to know the residents as more than just their Resident Assistant. I frequently held programs for the residents to get to know them and build relationships throughout the hall. While it is important to remember my role as their RA, it is equally important to let residents know that I am not only there to monitor them but also to get to know them and serve there needs as my residents.

Everyday I help at least one student with their process of going abroad or just talk to prospective study abroad students, by sharing my experience with them. I learned how much work goes into coordinating study abroad, i am now familiar with many different programs and universities all over the world. The work environment is both laid back but organized; it is stress-free to work there. My co-workers are all hard workers and determined in what they do, and they are all students like me, so we are all around the same age. We relate to each by balancing work and school as studying abroad. The hardest part depends on the students preparing to go abroad, if they are unorganized or late with their paperwork, that puts their work on us and then we have to find a fast way to get it done so they are still on track with everything. The part I most enjoy is talking to the students that come into the office that want to go abroad and being able to share my experience with them and helping through the whole process. It is also really satisfying when a student has a successful study abroad trip.

A typical day at work involved getting to the baseball field between 7-8 to make sure the field was prepped and ready to play as the kids began to file in. Once all the LuDawg's (campers) were there, we began our stretching and baseball routines. As fellow baseball players of California Lutheran University we coached kids from the ages of 4-15 the rules and techniques of the game. This included throwing, hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, base running, etc.  

The hardest part of the job depended on the amount of kids the camp had that week and the number of coaches/players that were able to work the camps. Some weeks there were 75 kids and only 6 coaches. This made it hard to keep the younger kids in control and focused for a whole day (8-4). The most enjoyable part of the job was teaching kids that look up to you the game that you love to play. I have a real passion for baseball and teaching the game comes easy to me. 

As a Computer Science Departmental Assistant, a day on the job is showing up for your tutoring hours in the computer lab and help students that come in for help. You are also expected to inspect the computer lab to ensure all of its components are present.  After inspecting, you email your report to the head departmental assistant and the head of the Computer Science department.  While in the lab, you can work on homework if no one shows up.  You pick when you come in for your hours,and are expected to show up promptly.  The hardest part of the job is if you can't solve a problem for a student and have to turn he or she away.  It is a disheartening feeling, but you also can learn new programming techniques.  The most enjoyable part is being able to help solve problems and being able to work on homework in the meantime.

Instructing Masters in Business Administration students in Business Law, Corporate Law and Commercial Transactions in and adjunct faculty position.  I learned how to deal differently with graduate students as compared with undergraduates. The dean of the program was highly supportive of my Socratic methodology of instruction.  I did not have any other co-workers I dealt with in this position.  The hardest part of the job was instructing 2-4 nights per week while operating a law practice.  This schedule was necessary because the  program was far behind in delivering the material which I taught, requiring the doubling up of class scheduling.  The most enjoyable part of the job was observing the students develop stronger critical thinking and analyzing skills.

The very best school I have had the pleasure to attend.  I highly recommend California Lutheran University to anyone who enjoys a more personal and close knit environment.  From the faculty to administration to your fellow classmates you are surrounded by some of the most compassionate, intellectual, respectful and interesting people you could ever have the pleasure of meeting.
The best day will be my graduation day however it will be a very sad day for me because I will be leaving this university for a different  college and I will truly miss everyone at this insitituion

interns are paid terribly and not allowed to work over 15 hours per week according to a ridiculous school mandate. however, i have worked three different intern positions and every last one was highly meaningful. my supervisors were/are all excellent; very thoughtful, very accommodating, very understanding. they have a bit to work on in terms of salary, and it seems like their professional staff hates the environment considering they’re always leaving. turnover for pro-staff is quite frankly a nightmare, which makes interning hard because it’s difficult to have a new supervisor every few months. but, overall, i loved the positions i worked at! 

A typical student worker's day lasts about eight hours. 
I picked up a lot of useful skills while working here as an employee. Working with the University is a learning experience. Gives students an opportunity to develop work and personal relationships with faculty and staff. Very kind and amazing leadership that enhance a person's knowledge and help them get integrated. Developing useful business relationships is by far the most advantageous aspect of working at this university. The university itself offers a lot of amenities to provoke creative thinking and relax after a hectic work schedule.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The small town community feel.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Unclear and somewhat arbitrary expectations of performance. It’s not only about doing well but about fitting in. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Low key for the most part. Can get cliquish 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Arrive early for good parking, participate in meetings, teaching, and student advising throughout the day. Maybe grab a bite to eat on campus. More meetings and research into the early evening.

The counselors are horrible at this school. They do not know how to do their job nor help the students at all. Students have been tossed around between various new counselors because the bad ones are getting fired or the good ones are leaving because they know this school is horrible. So then the students are left with horrendous counselors who do not care about them or do not know a single thing about counseling. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Patient accounts representative 6 salaries reported	$27.08 per hour
Human resources specialist 1 salary reported	$28.50 per hour
Campus safety officer 2 salaries reported	$20.60 per hour
Assistant director 3 salaries reported	$72,000 per year
Program specialist 3 salaries reported	$21.67 per hour

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