Student Assistant, Dual Credit Location TJC Central Campus
Job Type: Student Assistant Job Number: 2026-00059 Department: School District Partnerships Opening Date: 03/10/2026 Number of Months: 4.5
Description Benefits Questions
Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
ABOUT A Student Assistant (SA) at TJC plays an important role in promoting the mission of the department/office and college. The SA is required to perform various clerical tasks that aide in maintaining an organized workflow of the department/office. Students are allowed to work a maximum of eighteen (18) hours per week.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Provides coverage of the front desk and phones, and greets all callers and visitors in a courteous, polite and professional manner • Answers basic questions and/or refers callers or visitors to the appropriate point of contact or resource • Takes accurate messages as needed • Responds to work-related emails and may assist with replying to department email accounts, if assigned by the supervisor • Coordinates the reception/desk area and maintains orderliness of all associated spaces • Opens and distributes mail to the appropriate employees • Assists with outgoing mail (folds letters and envelopes, prepares labels, etc.) • Performs hand deliveries to other campus offices • Assists with basic office administration and other work as needed: this may include maintaining spreadsheets; preparing reports; coordinating/gathering data; filing, copying or scanning documents, etc. • Keeps file rooms and supply rooms organized
COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Collaboration/Teamwork • Computer Software Skills • Customer Service • Interpersonal Skills • Math Skills • Multi-tasking • Written Communication • Organizational Skills • Problem-solving • Time Management • Typing/Word • Confidentiality and Discretion in Handling Sensitive Departmental Information • Professionalism in an Education Setting
Work Environment: Primarily indoor office setting during normal business hours.
Physical Demands: Sitting, walking, standing, lifting up to 15lbs, reaching, bending, and operating standard office equipment. Requires prolonged periods of communication, including in-person and by telephone, and stair climbing.
Travel Required: No, but a valid driver's license is required (golf carts on campus)
If travel is required, candidate must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
WHO YOU ARE Students must be registered for undergraduate classes and maintain enrollment status to work in these positions. Students may qualify for Federal Work Study, which will be determined by the Office of Financial Aid.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional Job-Specific Requirements Students are allowed to work a maximum of eighteen (18) hours per week and cannot work in multiple hourly positions. A work week is Sunday-Saturday.
EXPECTATIONS
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public.
Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, and to staff and students with disabilities.
Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee. This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for benefits.
01 Do you have a valid and current drivers license? Yes No
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Employer Tyler Junior College Address 1390 S Baxter Ave Tyler, Texas, 75701 Phone (903) 510-2419 Website http://www.tjc.edu