Administrative Assistant I – Business & STEM and Industrial Tech

Kilgore College; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour work week

Health, life, and income protection

Retirement program

Free use of college facilities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness after

Tuition scholarships

Job summary

Kilgore College in Kilgore, TX, seeks an administrative support role to assist BSTEM and Industrial Technologies divisions with registration, records, meetings, and travel arrangements. This position requires strong communication and adaptability to changing procedures.

You will manage the J1 student information system, prepare reports, and help students, instructors, and the public. The role offers a 36-hour work week, paid leave, and comprehensive benefits; the salary is fixed and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred; extensive related work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years related work experience, preferably in an education setting.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and similar software programs.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a typical office environment and get along with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, clerical, and operational support for BSTEM and Industrial Technologies divisions.
• Assist Continuing Education student applicants with registration procedures.
• Provide customer service and information to students, instructors, employers, and the public.
• Respond to public information requests via phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
• Coordinate office communications, appointments, meetings, and training activities.
• Manage the J1 student information system, enroll students, and generate rosters and certificates.

Skills

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Communication

Education

Associate degree preferred (office professional or related)

Job description

Position Summary

This position provides essential administrative, clerical, and operational support, along with special project assistance, to facilitate the Workforce Development operations of the Business & STEM (BSTEM) and Industrial Technologies Divisions. The role includes assisting students and the public with registration and inquiries, managing records and documentation, coordinating meetings, events, and training activities, and supporting the J1 student information system. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing procedures and systems are essential.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with office organization and daily operational support.
• Assist Continuing Education student applicants with registration procedures.
• Provide customer service and information to students, instructors, employers, and the public.
• Respond to public information requests via phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls and visitors.
• Develop, organize, and maintain electronic and physical reports and records
• Coordinate office communications and correspondence, appointments, meetings, and training activities.
• Order and maintain office supplies and training materials.
• Prepare and submit requisitions, purchase requests, invoices, charges, enrollment documentation, and related records associated with program expenditures and purchases.
• Assist training programs.
• Assist with travel arrangements, including conference registrations, hotel accommodations, transportation, and related documentation.
• Assist with planning and coordination of meetings, graduations, workshops, conferences, and industry events.
• Prepare materials and packets for meetings, trainings, presentations, and special events.
• Manage the J1 student information system by enrolling students, maintaining student and program records, and generating rosters, reports, certificates, and registration-related documentation.
• Adapt to changes in the office procedures, software systems, and job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Position Requirements

• Associate’s degree in office professional or related degree preferred. Extensive related work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years related work experience, preferably in an education setting.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and similar software programs.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a typical office environment and get along in a courteous and professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Work Requirements

• Mon.-Thurs. 8am – 5pm, Fri. 8am – 3:45pm
• Position holder works a maximum of 40 hours per week.
• Worker’s compensation insurance and limited retirement plan are provided.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• 0 Full-Time Direct Reports 0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Limited physical effort required; however, the employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety

• Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Benefits and Perks

• 36-hour work week f or a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities.
• Full Time employees are eligible for thePublic Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.
• Tuition scholarships arefor the employee and dependents.
• Compensation for this 12-month position is $31,378annually, as determined by Kilgore College's established pay grade structure and policy. Thisis salary is considered non-negotiable.

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program.

All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully work from home positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate MUST live in the State of Texas.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Some Adjunct and Part-Time teaching positions may remain open perpetually as the need for part time instructors fluctuates with student enrollment. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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