Administrative Assistant (Part -time) - NorthWest Colleges Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston City College is seeking an Administrative Assistant (Part-time) to provide principal office support at Houston locations, with duties that include phones, typing, budgeting-related tasks, enrollment reports, and coordination with other departments to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate is organized and resourceful, with proficiency in Word, Excel, and basic payroll awareness. Education: high school diploma or GED; experience: two years in a secretarial role; part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years secretarial experience required; three (3) years preferred.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Use the following software: PeopleSoft, Oracle, Word, Excel.
• Operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax, typewriter, and calculator.
• Respond to special requests and projects, frequently under deadline conditions.
• File correspondence, records, and other department documents.
• Prepare basic reports, such as budget, payroll and enrollment reports, as directed by supervisor.
• Send, receive, and distribute faxes.
• Answer and screen phone calls, handling multiple lines.
• Type correspondences, grant applications and other documents from notes, copies, or rough drafts.
• Answer routine correspondence not requiring supervisor’s attention.
• Communicate with other departments to solve problems.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet apps

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PeopleSoft

Oracle

Word

Excel

Job description

Administrative Assistant (Part -time) - NorthWest Colleges Pool Houston, Texas, System Wide Part-Time 260010L Requisition Jan 07, 2026 Post Date

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

The Opportunity

You: You’re an organized and resourceful person who’s looking for a great position where you can really make a difference.

Your mission: We’ll rely on you to provide administrative support in an office environment at Houston Community College.

Your work: You’ll have multiple office functions to execute and tasks to complete during your day. Depending upon the specific role you may work with budgets, payroll, answer phones, type correspondence and communicate with other departments to solve issues.

SUMMARY

Provide principal support in an office by carrying out recurring office procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Use the following software: PeopleSoft, Oracle, Word, Excel.

Operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax, typewriter, and calculator.

Respond to special requests and projects, frequently under deadline conditions.

File correspondence, records, and other department documents.

Prepare basic reports, such as budget, payroll and enrollment reports, as directed by supervisor.

Send, receive, and distribute faxes.

Answer and screen phone calls, handling multiple lines.

Type correspondences, grant applications and other documents from notes, copies, or rough drafts.

Answer routine correspondence not requiring supervisor’s attention.

Communicate with other departments to solve problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years secretarial experience required; three (3) years preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications

Good written and oral communication skills

Good organizational skills

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singularly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

EEO Statement

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact [phone].