ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY

*Contingent upon grant funding*

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

HOURLY WAGE: $15.06   

LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.  Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.  

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for the daily office operations of the Adult Education Department.  This person is the first point of contact providing general information and answering inquires, as well as assisting students in enrolling in the AEL program. This position receives general direction from the Project Director of Adult Education & Literacy and exercises no supervision. NOTE:  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Some professional work experience in an office environment.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are fluent in conversational Spanish, and can also demonstrate multicultural awareness.  

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Knowledge of: 1. Principles and practices of confidential records management and file maintenance, both physical and electronic. 2. Office procedures and operating various electronic equipment, such as computers, scanners, copiers, recording devices, etc. 3. Basic computer operations including Microsoft office, Google suite, and Zoom. Skills in: 4. Professional and responsible when addressing customer needs. 5. Organizing and prioritizing projects to meet deadlines. 6. Attention to detail and problem solving. 7. English usage spelling, grammar and punctuation. Ability to: 8. Read and follow oral and written instructions. 9. Understand and comply with federal and state laws, as well as college and grant rules, regulations, and policies. 10. Maintain cooperative working relationships. 11. Provide superior customer service. 12. Learn new software quickly and stay up-to-date on new applications.  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.  

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation and holidays.  Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free.  Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).  

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit application materials to:  https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mclennan. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application.  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of High School/GED Transcript

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf