Instructional Assistant

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met. If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate TSTC Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, students, and the community.
• Provide administrative support for departmental tasks, including document preparation, data entry, and file management.
• Manage complex schedules, handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, and support office operations while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Assist in scheduling meetings, coordinating calendar entries, and preparing travel arrangements for departmental staff.
• Maintain and organize electronic and paper files, adhering to record retention requirements.
• Compile data for routine and special reports, using MS Office applications to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Support the advisement and success of students by assisting with program inquiries, recruitment, and course sequencing.
• Coordinate logistics for advising and registration, ensuring proper sequencing of courses for new and current students.
• Provide exemplary customer service to students, staff, and faculty, verifying application packets and coordinating student information sessions.
• Assist with orientation and training on various computer and social media applications within Student Learning.
• Collaborate with leadership to prepare reports on retention, persistence, recruiting, dual enrollment, and placement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to manage complex schedules and prepare travel arrangements with supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions related to office operations.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

This role is integral to both the administrative efficiency of the office and the academic success of TSTC students, ensuring a balanced focus on supporting operational needs and fostering a culture of student care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.