<p>We are seeking a Program Assistant who will report to the Director of the Student Support Services-ESL (SSS-ESL) Program. The Program Assistant is responsible for fulfilling clerical, accounting, technology, and event planning functions in support of the SSS-ESL Program's daily operations.</p> <p>This is a part-time, hourly position.</p> <p>Example of Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Professionally greet and communicate with students, staff, visitors, and members of the public via telephone, electronic media, and in person to provide information regarding the SSS-ESL Program, College programs and services, activities, and policies. </li><li>Perform data entry and operate computer software programs in use at the college; compose correspondence, documents, and workshop materials. </li><li>Maintain Program database, file systems and records in electronic and hard copy formats. </li><li>Maintain a log of all program expenditures, purchase requisitions, and supply inventory. </li><li>Compile data and information for reports and analysis, including data verification and correction. </li><li>Complete various tasks associated with Program event preparation. </li><li>Develop Program promotional material for events and student outreach. </li><li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Director as directed. </li><li>Contact students as needed on behalf of the Director. </li><li>Maintain staff and departmental calendars and schedules; schedule meetings and appointments with students, staff, and community stakeholders as directed. </li><li>Train, schedule, and delegate administrative and programming duties to part-time office staff. </li><li>Take minutes at staff and other college meetings as needed. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Director. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred. </li><li>Minimum of one to two years of experience working in an educational setting. </li><li>Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite. </li><li>Experience managing a database, especially Blumen and Colleague/Ellucian is a plus. </li><li>Must be able to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and in interpersonal relationships, as part of an administrative team. </li><li>Must be very organized, detail oriented and maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism. </li><li>Fluency in Spanish and experience working with ESL students is a plus. </li><li>Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as program requires. </li></ul> <p>The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.</p> <p>Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The minimum hourly pay for this position is $17.</p> <p>Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>New Jersey Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.) </li><li>Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance. </li><li>Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses. </li><li>NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.) </li></ul>