Position Summary Information
Job Summary
This is a temporary position with the responsibility of performing a variety of duties in support of the educational mission of Texas Southmost College. Position responsibilities may include assisting Mexican Nationals living within the Consulate jurisdiction by disseminating the educational opportunities provided by the Mexican Government for Mexican Nationals in the USA. Providing Information on access to education in Mexico for students returning from the United States of America. This position will support the "Ventanilla de Orientacion Educativa" in order to provide information and advice regarding education to the Mexican community in the State of Texas, specifically in Cameron, Willacy and Kennedy Counties. This position will require outreach recruitment for Texas Southmost College and the Consulate of Mexico in Brownsville.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties as assigned by supervisor.
Responds to student questions and inquiries and assists students as required.
Provides feedback to supervisors regarding daily activities.
Distribute information materials in both English and Spanish languages at the "Ventanilla de Orientacion Educativa" located at the ITECC center.
Creates an atmosphere where students are comfortable.
Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with college standards, policies, and guidelines.
Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed.
Assists in the enforcement of established federal, state, and College policies, rules, and regulations.
Attends the workplace regularly as per the defined work schedule and reports to work punctually.
Work hours may include evening, holidays, or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events.
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored by Texas Southmost College.
Supports the values and institutional goals as defined in the College's Strategic Plan.
Promotes positive morale and teamwork within the department and provides exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and the community.
Represents the College in a positive and unbiased manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
Capacity to listen and respond to individual's questions and concerns.
Ability to help others problem-solve.
Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks during numerous interruptions.
Ability to understand detailed instructions.
Ability to take accurate messages, and keep accurate and detailed records.
Ability to perform and excel in a high-tech all-digital environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data.
Required Education and Experience
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and experience required.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
Must be enrolled in courses at an accredited college or university.Â
Must have an accumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Preferred Education and Experience
Enrolled as a student at Texas Southmost College (TSC) or a TSC graduate who was a student worker while enrolled at TSC.
Proficient in the use of e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet software and use of the Internet to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
Bilingual in English - Spanish.
Certificates and Licensures
None required.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Disclaimer:
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.