Program Assistant (Cosmetology)

About the role

Join the Indian River State College Team! At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. Are you passionate about education and hands-on learning? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to join our team as a Program Assistant (Cosmetology)!

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Assist the instructional staff in setting up lab activities.
• Organize the learning/classroom environment; including tool room, kitchens, shop supplies etc.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Empty trash receptacles and general cleanup of classrooms, kitchens, labs, and shops.
• Occasionally drive a college vehicle to pick up donations and materials for class assignments.
• Complete other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, knowledge and skill requirements

• An A.A.S. degree or actively seeking a degree or certification is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) Relevant office experience preferred.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s license.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Possess proven technical and mechanical experience.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and be self-motivated.
• Able to be well organized.
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Possess skills to work with a diverse student population.
• A willingness to adapt to the task at hand (i.e., be flexible to the assignment) as well as the ability to multitask.

Physical demands

This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and occasionally carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and machinery related to Workforce Education Programs. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification, supervisory status, and FLSA exemption

• Classification: Staff
• Supervisory: No
• FLSA Exempt: No

Employment type and compensation

• Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
• Compensation: Pay range starts at: $15.45/hour
• All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience.
• Open until filled.