About the role#
The English, Philosophy, and World Languages department is looking for a student assistant to help with daily operations. This is a part-time position designed to work around your class schedule. You will support faculty and staff with administrative tasks and department events.
What you'll do#
- Update bulletin boards within the department and nearby classrooms.
- Post class cancellation signs and notify affected students by phone.
- Contact students in cancelled sections to suggest alternative options.
- Staff the department information table on the C-Concourse to distribute flyers and promotional materials.
- Assist faculty and staff during department events such as the English summit, Majors Fair, and Main Street event.
- Serve as a receptionist and answer phones when needed.
- Perform clerical work including filing, shredding, and scanning.
- Help with special projects as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours per semester at JJC toward your declared major.
- A minimum GPA of 2.0.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong customer service and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Ability to work cooperatively with college staff and the community.
- Proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
- A flexible schedule and demonstrated multicultural competence are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Joliet, Illinois.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, up to 10 hours per week.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour.
About Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College is a public community college based in Joliet, Illinois. Founded in 1901, it holds the distinction of being the first public community college in the nation. The institution serves more than 35,000 students annually across a wide range of academic programs. It employs 1,422 staff members to support its diverse student body.
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