OFFICE ASSISTANT-Part Time - ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE : Job Details

Position Details Position Information Position Title OFFICE ASSISTANT-Part Time Reports To Director Functions and Responsibilities Job Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Enrollment Services or designee, the part time Office Assistant is responsible for providing direct secretarial and administrative support relating to the overall management of the Enrollment Services office. Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Compensation : This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $20 per hour. Join a collaborative, mission-driven college community dedicated to student success and academic excellence.Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from the Director of Enrollment Services or designee. Duties & Responsibilities

Answer telephone inquiries and direct calls accordingly to the appropriate department or contact person. Provide accurate information to address inquiries.

Assist in troubleshooting admissions related tasks

Provide front counter support and address inquiries from students and faculty

Perform other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: • Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. • Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of time. • Move between buildings. • Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie. • Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. • Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. • Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers, keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls. • Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift. Additional Requirements Minimum Qualifications Minimum Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. High School Diploma. 2. Detail oriented with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize assignments. 3. Working knowledge of computer application. 4. Excellent interpersonal skills. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 6. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Minimum Education Requirements High School Diploma Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Associate's degree 2. One or more years' experience in a higher education institution. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of Banner Education Requirements Associate's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)