Part-Time EOP Staff Assistant

About Lake-Sumter State College

The Staff Assistant will provide temporary office and clerical support to assist with the operation of the Upward Bound Program. The Staff Assistant reports to the Upward Bound Managers and EOP Director.

Job Summary

Performs office support duties including but not limited to:

1. Answering phone calls

2. Checking and routing messages

3. Contacting students and parents relative to program related services and updates

4. Handling public inquiries

5. Maintaining and properly filing all program related documents

6. Assisting with the compilation of mailing packets

7. Serving as a chaperone to program participants during assigned field trips and other program related functions

8. Preparing recruitment packets

9. Preparing recruitment folders for all newly accepted participants

10. Tracking required student documents

11. Packaging student and teacher supplies

12. Assisting with delivering program related items

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum two years professional experience in an office setting. Must demonstrate the ability to work with a diverse group of high school students and multitask with attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications & Education

Ability to work well in a diverse environment;

Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases;

Effective communication skills (oral and written);

Developed organization and human relations skills;

Professionally represent the Upward Bound Program.