Academic Programs Student Assistant (1) - Roxbury Community College

Roxbury Community College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Roxbury Community College on campus seeks an Academic Programs Student Assistant to support the Honors Program and PTK Advisor. The role focuses on student enrichment, leadership, events, outreach, and program activities for RCC students.

The position involves coordinating meetings, orientations, and communications while maintaining rosters and records. A current RCC student in good standing with Learn & Earn eligibility is required, with strong teamwork and confidentiality emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled RCC student with Learn & Earn eligibility.
• Good academic standing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and general administrative technology.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Preferred involvement in Honors/PTK or campus activities.
• Prior administrative, student-support, outreach, event, or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and student-support assistance to the Honors Program Coordinator and PTK Advisor.
• Support academic enrichment, student leadership, events, communications, outreach, and program activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and promote meetings, workshops, ceremonies, and student engagement activities.
• Support student recruitment, outreach, and communications for Honors and PTK programs.
• Maintain program records, student rosters, correspondence, and other materials.
• Assist with PTK membership and Honors-related activities, including orientations and recognitions.
• Prepare correspondence, flyers, announcements, presentations, and materials.
• Track student participation, accomplishments, and program activities.
• Serve as a positive, peer-informed resource for current RCC students.
• Perform other duties related to academic programs and student engagement as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Google Workspace

Teamwork

Education

Enrolled RCC student

Tools

Administrative software

Job description

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

Roxbury Community College is guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is available at https://www.rcc.mass.edu/explore/public-safety/index.html .

Job Description:

Department: Academic Affairs - Honors Program & Phi Theta Kappa

Position Title:Academic Programs Student Assistant

Developmental Focus:Apply & Contribute

Economic Mobility Pathway:Pathway 6 - Liberal Arts, Communications & Creative Industries

Placement Type:Learn & Earn

Location:On Campus

Number of Positions:1

Recommended Hours:Tuesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday; based on academic commitments and department needs

Maximum Hours:18.5 hours per week

Expected Start Date:September 21, 2026

Supervisor:Sheila Victorin and/or Dean Sharlene Malcolm

Position Summary

The Academic Programs Student Assistant provides administrative and student-support assistance to the Honors Program Coordinator and Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Advisor. The position supports academic enrichment, student leadership, events, communications, outreach, and program activities that promote student achievement, engagement, and success. The student serves as a positive, peer-informed resource for current RCC students.

Assist the Honors Program Coordinator and PTK Advisor with day-to-day program operations.

Provide support and guidance to Honors and PTK students and help connect students with appropriate campus resources.

Assist with planning, coordinating, and promoting meetings, workshops, ceremonies, and student engagement activities.

Support student recruitment, outreach, and communications for Honors and PTK programs.

Maintain program records, student rosters, correspondence, and other administrative materials.

Assist with PTK membership and Honors-related activities, including orientations, inductions, and recognition events.

Prepare correspondence, flyers, announcements, presentations, and other program materials.

Help track student participation, accomplishments, and program activities.

Serve as a positive, peer-informed resource for current students.

Perform other duties related to academic programs and student engagement as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Must be a currently enrolled RCC student who meets Learn & Earn eligibility requirements.

Must be in good academic standing.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Demonstrated commitment to student success and academic achievement.

Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, faculty, staff, and administrators.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle student information.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and general administrative technology.

Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous involvement in Honors, Phi Theta Kappa, student leadership, campus activities, or other student-success programs.

Prior administrative, student-support, outreach, event, or leadership experience.

Additional Information:

Student Learning & Professional Development Outcomes

Provide professional administrative and student-support services.

Support academic enrichment and student-leadership programming.

Plan and support meetings, workshops, ceremonies, and student engagement activities.

Conduct professional outreach and communications.

Maintain program records and appropriately handle student information.

Use workplace technology to create correspondence, presentations, flyers, and program materials.

Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, organization, reliability, and professional communication.

Funding & Scheduling Structure

One Academic Programs Student Assistant placement is authorized through Learn & Earn. The student will maintain a schedule based on academic commitments, Honors/PTK program needs, and Learn & Earn eligibility requirements. The anticipated schedule includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday. The student may work no more than 18.5 hours per week.

Supervision & Performance

The Academic Programs Student Assistant reports to Sheila Victorin, Honors Program Coordinator and Phi Theta Kappa Advisor, and/or Dean Sharlene Malcolm. The student will receive role‑specific training, regular supervision, feedback, and professional‑development opportunities. Performance concerns will be addressed through RCC's progressive intervention process.

Advancement

Students who demonstrate strong performance, program knowledge, independent project ownership, leadership, and professional readiness may become candidates for future advanced academic program, student leadership, or project lead positions when available.