STUDENT ASSISTANT - DEPARTMENT CLERK - PHYSICS POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking a Student Assistant to support the Physics Department Office, including clerical tasks and coordination with staff and instructors.

The position pays $8.00–$10.00 per hour and requires the student to be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. It emphasizes confidentiality, reliability, and strong customer service within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Del Mar College student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
• Clerical duties require accuracy and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain scheduled office hours and assist with daily office operations.
• Answer phones, take messages, transfer calls.
• Check mail daily, process and distribute mail and other documents within the department.
• Schedule advising appointments.
• Assist Physics Department Staff and Instructors with special office projects.

Skills

General office skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Clerical duties

Punctuality

Education

Del Mar College student (6+ credits)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

STUDENT ASSISTANT - DEPARTMENT CLERK - PHYSICS POOL

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Student Assistant assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number STU057

Job Title STUDENT ASSISTANT - DEPARTMENT CLERK - PHYSICS POOL

Department Natural Sciences

Position Type Student

Salary $8.00 - $10.00 per hour

Open Date 11/14/2025

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide clerical support for the Physics Department Office, Staff and Instructors.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Del Mar College student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours while employed.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• General office skills including answering calls, taking messages, faxing, scanning, photocopying, and data entry.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to complete clerical duties with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to be responsible, accountable, dependable, patient and punctual.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of computers and programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Professional demeanor.
• Willingness to be a team player.

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

• Maintain scheduled office hours and assist with daily office operations.
• Answer phones, take messages, transfer calls.
• Check mail daily, process and distribute mail and other documents within the department.
• Schedule advising appointments.
• Assist Physics Department Staff and Instructors with special office projects.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current Del Mar College student registered for at least 6 credit hours?
  • Yes (Submission of class schedule required).
  • No.

Required Documents

• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

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.