Program Assistant

Middlesex; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Middlesex Community College, located in Lowell, MA, seeks a Program Assistant to support the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development. This part-time role focuses on administrative operations, procurement, documentation, and event logistics within a dynamic college team.

The position emphasizes collaboration, organization, and timely coordination of initiatives tied to the college's strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Office administration experience with Word, Excel, and basic accounting.
• Strong written and oral communication, and attention to detail.
• Comfort with social media and website familiarity.
• Experience with equity-minded work and diverse identities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and clerical support to the office.
• Use Banner Finance Management System for budgeting tasks, create purchase orders, and reconcile invoices.
• Support annual Professional Development mini-grants process and communications.
• Coordinate events and meetings, including travel arrangements.
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and student information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Office administration

Equity-minded work

Social media familiarity

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Banner Finance Management System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Argos

Job description

Program Assistant, Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Department: Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging

Locations: Lowell, MA

Posted: Aug 21, 2026

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Part-time

PositionID: 204030

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About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.
The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan .

Job Description:

Title:Program Assistant

Unit: Part-Time Non-Unit Support Staff

Department: Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Reports to:Executive Director, Strategic Priorities and Professional Development

Date: August 21, 2026 (Reopened October 13,2026)

General Summary:The Program Assistant provides high-level administrative, operational, and logistical support to the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development. Working collaboratively with a dynamic team responsible for a broad and highly visible institutional portfolio, the Program Assistant ensures the office operates efficiently, particularly during peak periods. The Program Assistant will contribute to work connected to the College's Strategic Plan; the Strategic Leadership Council; the Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation; and Professional Development. Responsibilities include assisting in the general administrative duties of the office such as procurement operations, maintaining documentation, providing logistic support and coordination for events, meetings, communities of practice, affinity groups, etc. This part-time position is well suited for a highly organized, dependable, and proactive professional who enjoys varied responsibilities, thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, and takes pride in supporting meaningful work. The role offers significant exposure to strategic initiatives and college-wide programming, as well as the opportunity to develop professionally as the office and its portfolio evolve.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative and clerical support in the Office of Strategic Priorities and Professional Development, as well as the Center for Truth, Community Healing and Transformation.
• Use the College's Banner Finance Management System for ordering, tracking, and reconciling budgets. Create and submit purchase orders, contact vendors to place orders, track delivery of purchases, reconcile discrepancies, and submit invoices to accounts payable. Research purchase requests for the administrative staff, vendors, and any other relevant stakeholders, as needed
• Provide administrative support during the annual cycle for the Professional Development mini-grants process, including application tracking, document preparation, and routine communications.
• Attend and provide logistical support for office-sponsored and other community-based events, including Professional Development Day, National Day of Racial and Community Healing, Day of Love, Acceptance, and Belonging, and other departmental initiatives.
• Process catering requests and food orders for meetings, trainings, and department sponsored events.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to compare and reconcile budget line items.
• Prepare and submit travel reimbursement forms for the staff.
• Book space for meetings, events, affinity groups, and other departmental initiatives using Coursedog.
• Greet and interact appropriately and professionally with staff, students, all members of the College community, and visitors, as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all staff and student information.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Work experience in office administration including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and standard financial record-keeping/accounting practices
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot standard office equipment
• Familiarity with social media and websites
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Banner and Argos experience
• Bilingual skills a plus

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $21.25 per hour in accordance with the College's Part-Time Wage Schedule

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed

Hours: 15 hours per week, scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays. Schedule to be determined upon hire.

Expected Start Date: November 2026

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.
Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .
Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or [e-mail] .