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Office Associate

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2025

Position Details

Position Information

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 Associate

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FT / PT

Part Time

Hours Per Week

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 to 2 : 00 PM

Position Salary Range

17.00 / hr

General Responsibilities

The Office Associate is responsible for greeting and assisting students and guests for Academic Support, Counseling and Career Services. This position reports daily to our campus in Columbia, MD.

Work Performed

  • Provide excellent customer service, schedule appointments using a computerized scheduling system.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide information of department services, resources and programs.
  • Assist with data entry, copying and faxing confidential information.
  • Distribute incoming mail and assist with office projects.
  • Monitor the career center lab.
  • Assist with events and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

Minimum Number of Years Experience Required

Other Knowledge Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, some college preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years office related experience.
  • Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Word, Excel, data entry, and ability to learn new software.
  • Knowledge of basic office procedures and machines (e.g. copier, fax machine).
  • Excellent telephone manner.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse population.
  • Ability to communicate in a pleasant and professional manner.
  • Experience with computerized appointment scheduling system a plus.
  • Regular in person attendance is required for this job.
  • Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility and economic prosperity.
  • Able to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Exercise good judgment while working independently and following office protocol.
  • Professional demeanor, critical thinking skills, excellent communication skills and strong work ethic.
  • Dependable, hardworking, flexible, ability to work as a team player and independent.
  • Working Conditions

    Division

    Advising & Retention - NEW

    Department

    Career Services - NEW

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number

    NB196P

    Number of Vacancies

    Best Consideration Date

    03 / 05 / 2025

    Job Open Date

    03 / 19 / 2025

    Job Close Date

    Open Until Filled

    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 / 4520

    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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