Staff Assistant - Campus Store / Student Accounts - Part - Time

Colby Community College; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Colby Community College (CCC) invites applications for a part-time Staff Assistant to assist in the campus bookstore and the student accounts office by providing customer service, assists with routine account inquiries, basic office functions, merchandise sales, stocking, and other daily activities.

The staring salary is $15.00 - $16.00 per hour, with a schedule not exceeding 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This is a non-benefitted position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• 1 year of experience in customer service/retail or general office support (preferred).
• Familiarity with POS system or basic office software (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist students and visitors with routine questions regarding student accounts, payment procedures, and Business Office services.
• Accept and process student payments and other routine transactions as authorized and in accordance with College procedures.
• Assist with basic data entry, document preparation, filing, and maintenance of student account records.
• Refer complex account questions, billing discrepancies, refund inquiries, and other financial matters to appropriate Business Office personnel.
• Assist with daily operations of the Trojan Trading Post, including customer service, merchandise sales, and point-of-sale transactions.
• Stock shelves, organize merchandise, and maintain clean and orderly retail displays.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and organizing merchandise and course materials.
• Support routine inventory counts and report discrepancies to supervisory personnel.
• Assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors with locating merchandise, textbooks, and other store materials.
• Perform routine clerical duties, including filing, scanning, copying, organizing records, and entering information into College systems.
• Answer telephone calls, greet visitors, and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.
• Assist Business Office staff with routine administrative tasks and departmental projects.
• Maintain organized work areas and assist with the preparation of forms, documents, and other materials.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Point-of-sale familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

Colby Community College (CCC) invites applications for a part-time Staff Assistant to assist in the campus bookstore and the student accounts office by providing customer service, assists with routine account inquiries, basic office functions, merchandise sales, stocking, and other daily activities.

The staring salary for this part-time, hourly position is $15.00 - $16.00 per year in hour on the selected candidates, education and experience.

This is a non-benefitted position and doesn't offer any benefits.

This position is part-time, will work no more than 20 hours in a week, with working hours between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - Friday.

Qualifications - Minimum

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Basic computer skills

Qualifications - Preferred

• 1 Year of Experience in a customer service, retail sales, cashiering, or general office support.


• Familiarity with point-of-sale system or basic office software.

Essential Responsibilities

Student Accounts Support

• Assist students and visitors with routine questions regarding student accounts, payment procedures, and Business Office services.


• Accept and process student payments and other routine transactions as authorized and in accordance with established College procedures.


• Assist with basic data entry, document preparation, filing, and maintenance of student account records.


• Refer complex account questions, billing discrepancies, refund inquiries, and other financial matters to appropriate Business Office personnel.


• Maintain confidentiality of student financial information and records in accordance with College policies and applicable regulations.

Trojan Trading Post Operations

• Assist with daily operations of the Trojan Trading Post, including customer service, merchandise sales, and point-of-sale transactions.


• Stock shelves, organize merchandise, and maintain clean and orderly retail displays.


• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and organizing merchandise and course materials.


• Support routine inventory counts and report discrepancies to supervisory personnel.


• Assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors with locating merchandise, textbooks, and other store materials.

Clerical and Administrative Support

• Perform routine clerical duties, including filing, scanning, copying, organizing records, and entering information into College systems.


• Answer telephone calls, greet visitors, and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.


• Assist Business Office staff with routine administrative tasks and departmental projects.


• Maintain organized work areas and assist with the preparation of forms, documents, and other materials.

Why Colby Community College

Colby Community College is recognized for its strong academic programs, competitive athletic teams, and commitment to student success. Located in northwest Kansas, CCC provides a supportive campus environment with modern facilities, small class sizes, and a strong sense of community. Since 2020, the College has added or is in the process of adding over $30,000,000 in new or improved facilities.

CCC offers student-athletes a high-quality educational experience alongside competitive athletic opportunities. The institution values innovation, collaboration, and service, and seeks employees who are committed to positively impacting students, colleagues, and the broader community. The College’s rural setting provides a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and contribute to a close-knit campus culture dedicated to excellence.

Why Colby?

Located on the High Plains of northwest Kansas, Colby is known as the “Oasis on the Plains”—a friendly, safe, and affordable community where people know their neighbors and support their local teams.

Residents enjoy:

• Short commutes and low cost of living


• Community events and festivals throughout the year


• Outdoor recreation and wide-open spaces


• A family-friendly environment with strong local pride

Local amenities include parks, an aquatic center, a community event center, and year-round activities for residents of all ages.

Colby offers the ideal setting for someone who values community connection, western heritage, and a slower pace of life without sacrificing professional impact.

To learn more about Colby please visit oasisontheplains.com

Additional Information

Colby Community College provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation or religion. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Office, 1255 South Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701. [phone]. hr(at)colbycc.edu

Candidates identifying as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodations should contact Human Resources.

The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.