Program Assistant (Cosmetology)

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 17,559 - 25,008; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College is hiring for a temporary position to support the Workforce Education Program. The role includes maintaining the Cosmetology program training facilities and ensuring a clean and safe learning environment for students.

Ideal candidates will possess an A.A.S. degree or be pursuing one, along with a minimum of two years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as well as the ability to adapt to various tasks.

Qualifications

• An A.A.S. degree or actively seeking a degree or certification is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant office experience preferred.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the instructional staff in setting up lab activities.
• Organize the learning/classroom environment.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment and tools.

Skills

Excellent telephone etiquette

Proven technical and mechanical experience

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Ability to work with diverse student population

Education

A.A.S. degree or certification

Job description

Job Description

Join the Indian River State College Team! At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, this position provides support to the Workforce Education Program faculty in maintaining the Cosmetology program training facilities. This includes all duties required to maintain clean and safe learning classroom environments for students.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the instructional staff in setting up lab activities.
• Organize the learning/classroom environment; including tool room, kitchens, shop supplies etc.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Empty trash receptacles and general cleanup of classrooms, kitchens, labs, and shops.
• Occasionally drive a college vehicle to pick up donations and materials for class assignments.
• Complete other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• An A.A.S. degree or actively seeking a degree or certification is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant office experience preferred.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s license.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Proven technical and mechanical experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and be self‑motivated.
• Ability to be well organized.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Willingness to adapt to the task at hand and to multitask.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach, stoop, and occasionally carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and machinery related to Workforce Education Programs. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Indian River State College is an EEO/ADA/Drug-Free Workplace Employer.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification and Compensation

Classification: Staff

Supervisory: No

FLSA Exempt: No

Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay range starts at: $15.45/hour. All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on the candidate's education and experience. Open until filled.