Student Office Assistant - Academic Advising & Career

Tennessee Board of Regents; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwest Tennessee Community College is seeking a motivated student to assist the Academic Advising and Career Services Office as an Office Assistant. The role offers hands-on experience supporting staff and serving students with guidance on academics and career planning.

Responsibilities include greeting students, scheduling appointments, assisting with career resources, maintaining records, and helping with workshops and events on campus.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered student of Southwest Tennessee Community College.
• Only students approved for Federal Work Study are qualified.
• Strong communication and professional interaction with students, staff, and faculty.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Interest in academic advising or student services is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and FERPA compliance.
• Friendly, approachable, and dependable demeanor with a customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, answer general questions, and assist with scheduling advising and career services appointments.
• Help students access career assessment and job search tools.
• Assist academic advisors with administrative tasks such as maintaining student records and preparing academic plans.
• Organize and support workshops, career fairs, and advising events.
• Update and maintain files for advising and career services with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Maintain office supplies and assist with general office duties.
• Support outreach through email campaigns and promotional materials.
• Provide friendly, approachable service with a customer service mindset.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

FERPA compliance

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Southwest Tennessee Community College is seeking a motivated student to assist the Academic Advising and Career Services Office as an Office Assistant. The role offers hands-on experience supporting staff and serving students with guidance on academics and career planning.

Responsibilities include greeting students, scheduling appointments, assisting with career resources, maintaining records, and helping with workshops and events on campus.