Office Assistant

Under direct supervision, perform basic clerical duties including but not limited to the following.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Answer telephone, handling multiple lines.
• Handle routine office inquiries.
• Use word processing software.
• Assist with on-campus registration.
• Operate office equipment such as computer, copier, fax, typewriter, and calculator.
• Refer students to appropriate person or department.
• File correspondence and other records/documents.
• Type correspondence and other documents from notes, copies, or rough drafts.
• Provide support to other areas as needed.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies, orders maintenance/repairs for office equipment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• EDUCATION High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• EXPERIENCE One (1) year experience in an office environment preferred.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with a diverse population
• Ability to alphabetize

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools.

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.