Student Employee, Career Services

Job Description:
We are seeking a driven, motivated, and organized student to join our Career Services team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while actively contributing to the department's success.

As a Career Services Student Employee, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring Career Services outreach and communications are timely, assisting staff members with projects, and providing exceptional service to students and visitors. This role is ideal for a proactive student eager to develop professional skills, take initiative, and make a meaningful impact.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Welcome students, staff, faculty, and community members to the Career Services Office.
2. Refer students and visitors to other support services (SAC dept., tutoring, etc.).
3. Answer phones and take and relay messages.
4. Schedule student appointments.
5. Create visual displays, flyers, brochures, bulletin boards, and other promotional materials to market Career Services and its programs.
6. Provide front desk/office coverage during staff lunch, breaks, and in the absence of the Career Services Secretary.
7. Monitor the computer center area and assist students with job search, career self-assessment, and career planning resources.
8. Assist with setting up/breaking up events (job fairs, etc.) as needed.
9. Perform office duties, such as copying, scanning materials, and assisting with mailings.
10. Support Career Services staff in preparing materials and presentations and updating the department PowerPoint.
11. Correspond with students, alumni, and employers through the Career Services email mailbox—direct questions to the appropriate staff member.
12. Collaborate with department staff in gathering and aggregating data for monthly and annual reports.
13. Ability to professionally interact with a diverse population, including all internal and external stakeholders.
14. Review Handshake and other Career Services tools for student employment and internship opportunities.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned.
16. Confidentiality of student information is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA and in good academic standing at JJC.
2. Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
4. Attentiveness to detail, excellent organizational skills, problem-solving skills, and initiative.
5. Professional in appearance and demeanor.
6. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
7. Ability to professionally interact with a diverse population, including all internal and external stakeholders.
8. Willingness to learn and take initiative.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous clerical and/or customer service experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Normal office physical demands.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.

We are seeking one student whose schedule allows them to work the following hours to ensure consistent coverage in the Career Services Office:

• Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 hours)
• Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 hours)
• Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 hours)
• Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 hours)

Total: 8-10 hours per week

The ideal candidate will be reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a welcoming and professional environment while assisting students, staff, and visitors during these scheduled hours.

Full Time/Part Time: Part time
Union (If Applicable):
Scheduled Hours: 20

Working at Joliet Junior College

Joliet Junior College, the nation's first public community college, offers pre-baccalaureate programs for students planning to transfer to a four-year university. A comprehensive community college, JJC also provides occupational education leading directly to employment, adult education and literacy programs, workforce development services, and student support services.

Tucked in the middle of a wildlife preserve, bridging the banks of a lake and surrounded by its own Arboretum, Joliet Junior College is an educational community that embraces diversity and promotes personal growth. Each year, more than 35,000 students find the diverse, comprehensive high quality educational experience they are looking for at JJC. We hope that you will take a few minutes to explore the job opportunities we have available and consider becoming a part of this experience.

The recruitment of qualified and diverse personnel is the cornerstone of JJC's commitment to an innovative, collaborative and inclusive educational community. At JJC, we respect the wealth of knowledge and experience each of our employees brings to the workplace. The College supports this commitment by providing personnel with excellent terms and conditions of employment, outstanding health and welfare benefits and programs for a secure retirement.

JJC employees work in a wide variety of roles within the college, including faculty, support staff, and administrative positions. With such a diverse range of professions, JJC ensures that a wealth of development opportunities is available to employees. From personal growth, career advancement, and a dynamic and rewarding work atmosphere, employees have the resources they need to achieve a successful and fulfilling career at JJC.

Joliet Junior College's open search procedures allow us to find the best available candidates for positions and to provide a balanced workforce to reflect the ethnic composition of the District we serve.