Health Occupations Office Assistant

Responsibilities: This position will perform clerical duties for the Dean of Health Occupations; assist community, students, and faculty with routine inquiries in department; maintain smooth operations of the Health Occupations Office.

Qualifications: Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.  One - two years of experience in responsible employment in clerical/secretarial area or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Notary public preferred. Working knowledge of business communications, spelling, punctuation, and mathematical; thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Proven qualifications of leadership, accuracy, initiative, and organization. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, students, and community members; and to deal effectively with potential public relations problems courteously and tactfully. Demonstrated computer skills. Word processing experience. Data entry experience.

Salary: The annual salary range for this position is $32,760 - $39,936, and the actual starting salary will be dependent upon education and experience of the chosen candidate.

Fringe Benefits:  This position covers health insurance at 100% for employee.  Additional optional coverages includes dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, and long- and short-term disability.  Other benefits include retirement under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Program, accrued sick leave, paid holidays, and an employee reimbursement/dependent scholarship program.  Health benefits require a 60-day employment period.

Application Procedures: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 5, 2026. Candidates cannot be guaranteed full consideration if materials are received after that date. A Paris Junior College Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, copy of all college/university transcripts and a list of references are required. This position is security-sensitive and may require a post-hire Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation on the successful candidate. To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit our website at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms, and attach all required documents for all three links. 

Paris Junior College is an equal employment opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected group status. Applicants requiring accommodations for the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office.