Part-Time Office Assistant, TJC North

Tyler Junior College; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Tyler Junior College North is seeking an Office Assistant to support daily operations. You will be the primary contact for students, staff, and visitors during your shift, handling phones, emails, and front-desk duties with attention to detail.

The role is part-time, up to 18 hours per week, located at TJC North in Lindale, TX. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of administrative or customer service experience, plus strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of administrative or customer service experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible to work varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, greet visitors, manage department email inbox.
• Order and store supplies, copy, print, and maintain an organized workspace.
• Assist with events and coordinate with faculty to address program needs.
• Perform routine walkthroughs to ensure safety, cleanliness, and operations; report issues.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Typing

Word Processing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Office Assistant plays an integral role in supporting the daily operations of TJC North. This individual will contribute to the daily operations of the site, serving as the primary point of contact for students, staff, and visitors during their shift. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication and customer service skills and a strong attention to detail.

This is a part-time position and can work up to 18 hours per week.

• Performs routine walkthroughs, ensuring the building is safe, clean, and operational, and reports issues to appropriate personnel.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for TJC North by answering phones, greeting visitors, managing the department email inbox, and working with various departments within TJC.
• Performs office duties such as ordering and storing supplies/swag, copying, printing, and maintaining an organized workspace.
• Assists with events relating to academic programs, workshops, or other special events at TJC North.
• Coordinates with faculty and staff to address program needs during operational hours.

COMPETENCIES Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Collaboration/Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Multi-tasking
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-solving
• Time Management
• Typing/Word Processing

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor

Work Environment

Work may be required outside of normal business hours and is performed in an environment that may include regular exposure to animals

Physical Demands

Sitting, walking, standing, repetitive typing, lifting (~35 lbs.)

Travel Required

No

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

One year of experience in an administrative, customer service, or campus support role

Preferred Experience

Two years of experience in an administrative, customer service, or campus support role

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

• This position is located at TJC North in Lindale
• This position requires the flexibility to work varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as needed
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, and familiarity with office equipment (e.g., printers, phones)
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple tasks
• Customer service skills with a friendly, approachable demeanor

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.