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Office Assistant

About Us
Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.
Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!


Position Title
Office Assistant

FLSA
Non-Exempt

FT/PT
Part Time

Hours Per Week
20-25

Work Schedule
Varies

Position Salary Range
$18.00-$23.50

General Responsibilities
Performs clerical duties including typing, filing, and completion of simple forms.
Operates office machines including copiers, scanners, phone and voicemail systems, personal computers, and other standard office equipment.
Serves as the receptionist for the office, greeting visitors and applicants.
Answers phones, directs calls to appropriate individuals, and prepares messages.
Copies, scans, sorts, and files records related to office activities, business transactions, and other matters.
Prepares letters, memos, forms, and reports according to written or verbal instructions.
Sorts incoming mail and delivers to appropriate department or individual; processes outgoing mail.
Maintains filing systems either manually or electronically.
Manages calendars and schedules appointments.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Performed
Performs clerical duties including typing, filing, and completion of simple forms.
Operates office machines including copiers, scanners, phone and voicemail systems, personal computers, and other standard office equipment.
Serves as the receptionist for the office, greeting visitors and applicants.
Answers phones, directs calls to appropriate individuals, and prepares messages.
Copies, scans, sorts, and files records related to office activities, business transactions, and other matters.
Prepares letters, memos, forms, and reports according to written or verbal instructions.
Sorts incoming mail and delivers to appropriate department or individual; processes outgoing mail.
Maintains filing systems either manually or electronically.
Manages calendars and schedules appointments.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required
High School or equivalent

Minimum Number of Years Experience Required
0

Other Knowledge Required
Ability to type at least 45 words per minute.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Working Conditions
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to commute to Columbia, Maryland Main Campus.

Division
Health Sciences (Div)

Department
Health Sciences

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
NB118P

Number of Vacancies
2

Best Consideration Date
03/29/2023

Job Open Date
03/14/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Applicant Instructions
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2629

EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
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Howard Community College (HCC) provides academic programs to students in Maryland's Howard County. More than 7,900 of its students pursue studies leading to immediate employment upon graduation or transfer to four year colleges (many go to the Uni...

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