Office Assistant

Del Mar College; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Mar College in Corpus Christi seeks an Office Assistant reporting to the Dean of Student Engagement & Retention. The role provides clerical support to the Dean, Assistant Dean, Coordinator and Administrative Assistant II.

Responsibilities include handling visitors and calls, distributing mail, processing forms, calendar upkeep, and inventory management. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least six months of clerical experience, and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six (6) months office/clerical related experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy maintaining records.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and refer visitors and calls to the office.
• Take and distribute messages.
• Distribute mail.
• Provide clerical assistance for Dean of Student Engagement and Retention staff with forms (typing, processing & follow-up of Key Requests, Work Requests, Business Cards, ETR’s, After-Hours, Duplicating, and Student Travel Requests).
• Assist staff in preparation for, and participate in, College-wide activities including but not limited to: registration, advising, etc.
• Maintain calendar of appointments.
• Conduct inventories and maintain inventory records.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Written & verbal communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Effective communication with students,

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This Office Assistant position will report directly to the Dean, Student Engagement & Retention in the Student Engagement & Retention division.

The purpose of this position is to provide clerical support to the Office of the Dean of Student Engagement and Retention. This is accomplished by assisting the Dean, Assistant Dean, Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant II with clerical functions and support activities.

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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.

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

• Receive and refer visitors and calls to the office.
• Take and distribute messages.
• Distribute mail.
• Provide clerical assistance for Dean of Student Engagement and Retention staff with forms (typing, processing & follow-up of Key Requests, Work Requests, Business Cards, ETR’s, After-Hours, Duplicating, and Student Travel Requests).
• Assist staff in preparation for, and participate in, College-wide activities including but not limited to: registration, advising, etc.
• Maintain calendar of appointments.
• Conduct inventories and maintain inventory records.

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have six (6) months office/clerical related experience?
  • Yes, I do have the required experience.
  • No, I do not have the required experience.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• List of Professional References
• Certification(s)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation

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.