Federal Work Study- Talent Search

Elgin Community College; Elgin, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Elgin Community College in Elgin, IL, is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the Talent Search Transitions program and grant goals. The role offers 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday, at $14.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include records management, answering phones, greeting guests, assisting with events and mailings, and outreach to participants. Basic Word/Excel skills are required, with a cooperative, independent work style encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ability and desire to get work done.
• To work with little or no supervision.
• Some Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Good attitude.
• Flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with records management.
• Answering phones; greeting guests.
• Assisting with events/activities preparation.
• Assisting with mailings/other outreach to participants.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Desire to get work done

Flexible schedule

Good attitude

Able to multitask

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person - students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors - feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Flexible, Monday - Friday 4hrs per day

Rate of Pay:

$14.00

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Grant Funded:

Yes

Job Summary:

To assist the Talent Search Transitions program with meeting our grant goals for assisting secondary students in successfully completing high school and make plans for post-high school

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 1. Ability and desire to get work done
• 2. To work with little or no supervision
• 3. Some Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• 4. Good attitude
• 5. Flexible schedule

Essential Duties:

• 1. Assisting with records management
• 2. Answering phones; greeting guests
• 3. Assisting with events/activities preparation
• 4. Assisting with mailings/other outreach to participants

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands:

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity:

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.