College Assistant (Hourly) - Department of Psychology

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

CUNY - New York, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The College Assistant position at the Department of Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a part-time role focused on providing clerical, administrative, and research support. The position involves maintaining financial records, assisting in course scheduling, managing communications, and supporting various departmental activities. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain experience in an academic environment while contributing to the operations of a diverse college community.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clerical work including answering phone calls and maintaining records.
• Operate office machines such as copiers and sort/distribute mail.
• Type letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
• Assist in statistical or research activities, including data collection and entry.
• Perform clerical library work such as sorting and shelving books.
• Assist in instructional programs and tutoring students in various subjects.
• Maintain departmental records including inventory control and schedules.
• Manage AV, catering, and facilities requests for special events.
• Act as a point of communication between faculty and students.
• Assist the director in scheduling program courses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three years of administrative experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with integrated library systems.
• Familiarity with in-house systems such as TimesheetX, RFCuny, CourseDog, CUNYFirst, and CUNY Buy.

Benefits

• Health insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
• Pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.
• Health benefits extended to retirees who meet eligibility criteria.