Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the part-time position of Security Desk Assistant on the Palm Bay Campus in Palm Bay, Florida.

The hourly rate is $11.00. This position has been approved for up to 28 hours per week. This position is eligible for regular part-time benefits (i.e. vacation, life insurance, etc.).

Performs administrative and office support activities for the Customer Service Desk within the Collegewide Security Department. Duties include a variety of office functions for the Department of Collegewide Security. Assists members of the Campus Security Office and the Eastern Florida State College community by answering phone calls, issuing parking permits, issuing IDs, and performing fingerprinting services.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred.
• A minimum of two years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Word processing/typing accuracy.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency required to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have a Valid Florida Driver’s License.Travel to all campuses may be required.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $37.25).This fingerprinting fee is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase.*

• High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

• Ability to bend, stoop and stand.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.
• Ability to access input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer
• Works in office environment.
• Some duties may require outdoor assignments.

Applications will be accepted from January 9 , 2023 through January 22, 2023; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.