Student Success Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)

Full Job Description

The Part-Time Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the department. This role serves as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and students.

Assist with triage and onboarding practices, and help assign advisors to students. Professionalism, accuracy, and strong communication skills are critical to success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative and operational support tasks.

• Assign new, current, and returning students to advisors.

• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students.

• Respond to emails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries.

• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional demeanor.

• Utilize computer systems and software with proficiency

Contract period is March 2nd - June 25th, 2026. Compensation for this role is $16.00 per hour.

Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma and work experience directly related to the duties of the position. An associate or bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required related work experience.

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will have experience working with student database systems and mid-range computer systems in a college environment, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of office management principles and practices and demonstrate a strong customer service orientation. Candidates should also be able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, communicate clearly with faculty, staff, and students, manage multiple administrative tasks with accuracy and professionalism, and be willing to work flexible hours as needed to support departmental operations.

Additional Information

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application, which is reviewed as needed. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications.

Due to the volume of applications, we cannot respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their applications or the interview process. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201.

It is essential to include unofficial transcripts with your application. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067, Charleston, SC 29423, faxed to 843.574.6682, or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.