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STUDENT INFORMATION ASSISTANT

Highland Community College seeks a Student Information Assistant to join our Student Services team. This full-time position serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students, current students, and campus visitors by providing accurate information, exceptional customer service, and support throughout the admissions and registration process. If you enjoy helping others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering excellent service, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and direct visitors, telephone calls, emails, and messages while providing professional, accurate, and timely customer service.
• Assist students with admission and registration processes, enter student information into the student information system, and prepare reports.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, including correspondence, Dual Credit communications, advisor appointment messaging, and advisor tracking activities.
• Participate in and assist with planning and execution of special events such as Express Registration, Quick Start, Experience Highland Days, and graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain campus phone, mail, and emergency contact directories, as well as a weekly calendar of campus events and meetings.
• Manage class cancellations within college systems and communicate schedule changes to students.
• Serve as a member of the Colleges Emergency Operations Team, participating in emergency response training, drills, and assigned emergency functions in accordance with the Colleges Emergency Operations Plan.
• May serve on committees and employee work groups.
• May assign and review the work of student employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• One (1) year of office, customer service, receptionist, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse population of students, employees, and community members.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and professional correspondence.
• Knowledge of admissions, records, financial aid, and academic advising processes preferred.
• Ability to learn and effectively use computer systems, office equipment, telephone systems, and software applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Problem-solving and sound judgment skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and comply with federal and state privacy laws related to student records.
• Ability to utilize data and information to support informed decision-making.

Why Join Highland Community College?

• Be part of a welcoming, student-centered environment committed to student success.
• Make a positive impact by helping students navigate their educational journey from admission through enrollment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across campus to support student engagement and success.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $16.34 - $24.52 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits package. Details available at www.highland.edu/employment.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants can apply online at www.highland.edu/employment. Applications are not complete until the following materials are submitted:

• Online application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

For alternative application methods or questions, contact Human Resources at 815-599-3426. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Highland Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from veterans, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and other diverse groups are strongly encouraged.