Grant-Funded Office Assistant – AEL Pool

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a part-time, grant-funded Office Assistant for the Adult Education (AEL) pool. The role provides clerical support to staff, instructors and students, and helps manage grant-derived tasks and documentation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of office experience, with proficiency in MS Office. Associated duties include customer service, communication, and confidentiality in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Six (6) months office/clerical related experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical support to meet grant requirements.
• Order, create, and pursue the purchase of grant supplies and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with staff and students to fulfill grant needs.
• Assist students and staff with completing grant-related forms.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Datatel

WebDMC

Job description

Grant-Funded Office Assistant - AEL Pool

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this grant-funded position is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds. There is no right or expectancy of continued employment beyond the terms of the employment agreement. This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill PART-TIME assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

PT1809

Job Title

Grant-Funded Office Assistant - AEL Pool

Department

Adult Education

Position Type

Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Part-Time

Salary

$15.00 / Hourly

Open Date

11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide clerical or direct support to the staff, instructors, and students. The Office Assistant is critical in carrying out all clerical duties of the TRUE grant funded program.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Six (6) months office/clerical related experience.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy maintaining records.

Excellent organizational skills.

Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate courteously and effectively with students, faculty, staff and public.

Strong verbal, written and telephone communication skills.

Ability to work with minimal supervision to handle multiple tasks, prioritize tasks, and maintain confidentiality.

Ability to work professionally with non-traditional and diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree.

Higher education experience.

Experience with Datatel and WebDMC.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Provides clerical support duties to meet the requirements of the grant to include ordering, creating, and pursuing the purchase of all grant supplies and equipment.

Work collaboratively and professionally college wide and within the Adult Education department to meet the requirements of the grant.

All other clerical supportive duties including answering phones, greeting students, and supporting the department.

Assist students in completing basic grant applications and Del Mar College forms.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have six (6) months of office/clerical related experience?
  • Yes.
  • No.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.