Part-Time Office Clerk, Campus Police at Tyler Junior College – Tyler, Texas

The Part-Time Staff Technician, Campus Police is a part-time position responsible to the Chief, Campus Police. The office clerk provides administrative support for a small number of other staff and/or an organizational area by performing task-oriented duties while providing assistance through avenues such as processing, clerical, administrative, and operational practices, and support, under general supervision. Employs technical or specialized skills to support major work unit processes and outcomes.
Office Support
Performing standard clerical and secretarial work such as processing standard and electronic mail; creating and maintaining standard and electronic records and files and recordkeeping systems; arranging meetings and events; making travel and other arrangements; and performing or general office support and maintenance activities.

Information Gathering/Analysis
Maintaining, gathering, and analyzing data and information for various purposes including tracking, monitoring, coordination, and/or compiling office/program activities; and using and maintaining office support technology and systems such as word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Communication/Interaction with Others
Interacting with a variety of campus and community constituents including working with students, faculty, and staff to assist them or resolve problems; networking to build campus relationships and expedite work and projects; coordinating work and projects;

Competencies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of applicable College infrastructure, policies, and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Thorough knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices
• Experience to be proficient in performing most or all work assignments
• Fluency in using standard office software packages
• Fundamental writing and presentation skills to effectively communicate standard information
• Demonstrated competence in effectively presenting standard information orally and in writing
• Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions
• Ability to use standard office equipment
• Ability to respond to routine inquiries and explain standard policies and procedures to others
• Ability to learn, interpret independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and procedures; able to identify deviations from applicable policies
• Ability to apply independent judgment, discretion, and initiative to address problems and develop practical, thorough, and at times, creative solutions
• Ability to perform standard arithmetic functions of a transactional nature, including tracking and comparing data
• Work often involves front-line contacts with a variety of campus and community individuals requiring active problem solving and effective interpersonal skills

Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent

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.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.

*Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Tyler Junior College respects the legal rights of each person to work and learn in an environment that is free from unlawful sexual discrimination including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Applications from qualified women and ethnic minority group members are strongly encouraged.