Student Assistant, Physics Location TJC Central Campus Job Type Student Assistant Job Number 2026-00214 Department Physics Opening Date 07/15/2026 Number of Months N/A Description Benefits Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting. ABOUT A Student Assistant (SA) at TJC plays an important role in promoting the mission of the department/office and college. The SA is required to perform various clerical tasks that aide in maintaining an organized workflow of the department/office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Provides coverage of the front desk and phones and greets all callers and visitors in a courteous, polite and professional manner Answers basic questions and/or refers callers or visitors to the appropriate point of contact or resource Takes accurate messages as needed Responds to work related emails and may assist with replying to department email accounts, if assigned by the supervisor Coordinates the reception/desk area and maintains orderliness of all associated spaces Opens and distributes mail to the appropriate employees Assists with outgoing mail (folds letters and envelopes, prepares labels, etc.) Performs hand-deliveries to other campus offices Assists with basic office administration and other work as needed: this may include maintaining spreadsheets; preparing reports; coordinating/gathering data; filing, copying or scanning documents, etc. Keeps file rooms and supply rooms organized

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Collaboration/Teamwork, Computer Software Skills, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Math Skills, Multi-tasking, Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Time Management, Typing/Word Processing

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES

No Direct Supervision Work Environment:

Work required outside of normal business hours

Physical Demands:

Sitting, walking, standing, lifting

Travel Required:

Yes- Minimal If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

WHO YOU ARE

Students must be registered for undergraduate classes and maintain enrollment status to work in these positions. Students may qualify for Federal Work-Study, which will be determined by the Office of Financial Aid. Additional Job-Specific Requirements Students are allowed to work a maximum of eighteen (18) hours per week and cannot work in multiple hourly positions. A work week is Monday-Sunday.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 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.

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for benefits. Employer Tyler Junior College Address 1390 S Baxter Ave Tyler, Texas, 75701 Phone (903) 510-2419 Website http://www.tjc.edu