Specialist I - Access Assistant (Hourly)

Austin Community College is a public two‑year institution serving approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. The college’s mission is to promote student success and community development by providing affordable access to higher education and workforce training.

About the Role

To provide specialized services and support to a departmental office or program.

Responsibilities

• Act as a reader and/or scribe, including note‑taking before, after, or during class, lab, or testing environments.
• Attend class or lab with the student and facilitate computer and technology access as appropriate.
• Describe graphics or pictures in the classroom, lab, or testing environment.
• Assist students with object manipulation during laboratory classes as needed.
• Maintain professional boundaries set by the supervisor and communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Work closely with students with disabilities and use accessible software and devices.
• Complete assigned college‑level classes as determined by the academic department.
• Apply knowledge of departmental processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency with accessible software and devices.
• Willingness to work closely with students with disabilities.

Technology Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using standard office software applications.
• Experience with student information and database systems.

Physical Requirements

• Work is routinely performed in a standard office or similar environment.
• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling as needed.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 30 pounds.

Safety

• Work safely and follow safety rules.
• Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
• Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Pay

$23.00 per hour

Schedule

Up to 19 hours per week