Support Specialist

Valencia College

Kissimmee, Northern (FL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 19,000 - 26,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

FICA Alternative to Social Security

Free Lynx Bus Transportation

Retirement Saving Options

Educational and professional develop.

Job summary

Valencia College is hiring a part-time Support Specialist in the AVP Enrollment Services department at the Osceola campus. The role performs clerical and receptionist duties, welcomes walk-ins, handles calls, and supports admissions and student services.

The position requires a high school diploma (GED) with at least six months in customer service or a clerical setting, strong computer skills, and the ability to work on-site with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Six months experience in a customer service or clerical position.
Ability to organize and prioritize assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to use a personal computer and office equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs general clerical and reception duties within the department; greets and directs walk-ins.
Answers telephone, refers calls and takes messages for department staff.
Performs basic data entry and types correspondence for department as directed by the supervisor.
Operates standard office equipment as needed to perform tasks.
Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Join Our Team! Valencia College is now hiring a part–time Support Specialist to join the AVP Enrollment Services Department at the Osceola campus.

About Valencia’s Student Services:
The Student Services office supports current and incoming Valencia College students by providing assistance through First Stop, helping students navigate admissions, registration, financial aid, online tools and services, and more.
We are looking for someone who has strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with others and provide excellent customer service; can communicate effectively both orally and in writing; can work effectively in a flexible environment, exercise sound judgment and discretion, and work efficiently and accurately without close supervision; and is comfortable using a personal computer and standard office equipment.

Valencia’s Total Rewards package features:

FICA Alternative to Social Security
Free Lynx Bus Transportation
Retirement Saving Options
Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and so much more….

Additional Information:

This position operates in a fully onsite environment.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S .
Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history, even if attaching a resume. Any incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.
Selected candidates recommended for hire may be required to complete pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment, which may include but are not limited to: a criminal background check, drug screening, professional reference verification, and driver’s license verification. The Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources (ODHR) will confirm applicable requirements during the hiring process.

About this Position

Position Number

Position Number HR0190

Position Title

Position Title Support Specialist

Job Type

Job Type Staff

FT/PT

FT/PT Part-Time

Employee Class Description

Employee Class Description C3-Staff PT (ed. support)

General Position Description

Performs general clerical and reception duties within the department. Works under general supervision within the department.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site: Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely.

Grade

Grade 2021

Exemption Status

Exemption Status Non-Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number S4080P

Location(s)

Location(s) Orlando, FL 32801 -Downtown Campus, Kissimmee, FL 34744 -Osceola Campus

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

Monday through Friday.
Work hours will be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The specific schedule will be determined at the time of hire based on departmental needs and the selected candidate’s availability.
Candidates will have the opportunity to discuss their availability during the hiring process.

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details

Salary Range

Salary Range $ 16.25 per hour

Essential Job Functions

1. Performs general clerical and reception duties within the department; greets and directs walk-ins.
2. Answers telephone, refers calls and takes messages for department staff.
3. Performs basic data entry and types correspondence for department as directed by the supervisor.
4. Operates standard office equipment as needed to perform tasks.
5. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Drivers License Requirement

Drivers License Requirement Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

Required Minimum Education High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Required Field of Study

Other Required Qualifications

Required License/Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education & Field of Study

Preferred Type of Experience

Six (6) months experience in a customer service or clerical position.

Preferred Licenses/Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to organize and prioritize assignments.
2. Ability to effectively interact with others.
3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
4. Ability to use a personal computer and office equipment.
5. Basic keyboarding skills.

Working Conditions

General Working Conditions

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-15 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making.
The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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