Student Support Specialist I

Palomar Community College District • San Marcos, CA

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About The Position

The Student Support Specialist I at Palomar College plays a crucial role in providing administrative support and program activities within the English as a Second Language Department. This position assists students with various processes including admissions, assessment, enrollment, and financial aid, while also advising them on academic and career options. The specialist is responsible for maintaining tracking systems and records, and may also staff a front desk, ensuring a smooth operation of the department's services.

Requirements

• Three years of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial experience.
• Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent education.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher education qualification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex administrative support and program activities in the assigned department.
• Assist students with the admissions process, assessment, enrollment, and financial aid.
• Advise students on accessing information and options for academic and career programs.
• Assist with access to services, including delivering workshops and training on program equipment.
• Create and maintain department-specific tracking systems, reports, records, and files required for work processes.
• Staff a front desk as needed.

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary insurance benefit and investment options
• Enrollment in APPLE or CalPERS depending on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees