Student Research Assistant (Part-time)

Salary

$12.50 Hourly

Location

El Paso, TX

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

PT Pool 2022-2023

Division

VP Instruction & Workforce Education

Department

Humanities Collaboration - Mellon

Opening Date

07/01/2022

Closing Date

6/30/2023 11:59 PM Mountain

Employee Classification

Classified Staff

Position Grade

N/A

Description

Benefits

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting research and planning to build up existing public humanities programming and develop new programming recommendations under the guidance of El Paso Community College (EPCC) and University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) faculty.

Program Description:

The Humanities Collaborative grant is a partnership between El Paso Community College and the University of Texas at El Paso to work together to strengthen existing ties between the two institutions, to engage in collaborative mentoring of students and faculty across the institutions in humanities research and teaching, and to raise the profile of the humanities in our border region through innovative, student and faculty driven humanities programming. An important outcome of the grant will be an increased flow of humanities students through both institutions.

Essential Functions

Participate in the development and implementation of research projects. Conduct research and participate in the process of data collection and evaluation, interpretation, and analysis under the guidance of EPCC and UTEP faculty mentors. Compile data, prepare and submit reports. Maintain files and records.

Assist in the planning, coordination, and publicity of public humanities programming, by promoting through social media, under the direction of faculty mentor, grant Principal Investigator (PI), and co-PIs. Recommend and assist in implementing enhancements to humanities programming based on new research and best practices learned.

Work with staff to address marketing strategies. Participate in public humanities programming by attending and assisting at the events and helping to ensure humanities programming success. Assist in the design and facilitation of workshops and address workshop concerns.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

1. Must be a current higher education student having completed one semester at EPCC, have an overall 3.0 GPA, required to submit two faculty reference letters or references and on-the-job training.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

2. Proficient computer and social media skills.

3. Ability to work with students, staff, and general public.

4. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

5. Effective communication skills (both oral and written).

6. Ability to conduct presentations and workshops.

7. Ability to motivate people and demonstrate a level of self-confidence, assertiveness and personal drive.

8. Ability to convey an outgoing, friendly demeanor to represent the College in a positive manner and to build confidence in others.

Special Conditions: 1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.

2. Ability to work assigned work hours to include evenings and weekends.

Other Requirements

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment online by the announced deadline.

An equivalent combination of education and experience is as follows:

a. Related experience beyond the minimum required may be used to substitute for up to one-half of the minimum education requirements at a 2:1 ratio.

b. Education beyond the minimum required may be used as a substitute for up to one-half of the minimum experience requirements at a 2:1 ratio.

COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED by mail, scanned/uploaded with the application, or hand delivered. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), submitted in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted. Transcripts must be received within one week following the closing of the posting.

If you are unable to attach your transcripts to the application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at the address shown above.

Copies of transcripts should reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from a regionally accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).

Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by an acceptable translator. Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework by an agency certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or granting institution if accredited by one of the regional accrediting bodies such as Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso County Community College district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The College offers a highly competitive compensation program, a benefits package including retirement, health/life/dental insurance, staff scholarship/tuition reimbursement, vacation and sick leave accrual plan if applicable.

Agency

El Paso Community College

Address

 P.O. Box 20500

El Paso, Texas, 79998

Phone

 (915)831-6332

Website

 https:// jobs.epcc.edu