College Assistant - Anticipated Vacancies

City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

City University of New York's LaGuardia Community College seeks a College Assistant (hourly, part-time) to support clerical, administrative and instructional activities. The role involves data entry, records management, library tasks and assistance in tutoring or courses as needed.

Applicants should be able to handle routine office tasks, operate standard office equipment, and support various college programs within an assignment with a 1040-hour annual cap. Closing date: 2026-11-07.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a college on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.
• There is one Assignment Level for this position; all personnel perform related work as needed.
• Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
• Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records, operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards, act as messenger.
• Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials; acts as cashier.
• Assists in statistical or research activities, including data collection, coding for computer entry, data entry, and running computer reports.
• Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.
• Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in reading and mathematics; may assist in speech/hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute/collect physical education equipment.
• Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules; may operate computers and related software.

Job description

College Assistant - Anticipated Vacancies

GENERAL DUTIES

• Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.

• There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as

needed.

• Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
• Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,

operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,

act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.

• Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
• Acts as cashier.
• Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.
• Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.
• Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.
• Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.
• May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

CONTRACT TITLE

College Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

COMPENSATION

$19.12 - $29.32

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE

November 7th, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID:

32952

Location:

LaGuardia Community College

Job Type:

Part-Time