Office Assistant - Adult Education

SWIC Educational Employee Union Office Assistant - Adult Education

Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the part-time SWIC Educational Employee Union position of Office Assistant - Adult Education. In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this is a part-time clerical position providing services for the Adult Basic Education Department programs. Work involves performing a wide variety of clerical support functions requiring the application of judgment and initiative in undertaking and organizing tasks and duties. While direction and advice are normally available on location or from the Belleville campus, the Office Assistant must be able to work without close supervision. Work is reviewed for the quality of service to the department. This is a part-time, 12-month position with projected morning, afternoon, and evening hours, funded by institutional funds.

Qualifications:

• Associates preferred with three years of office experience.
• Proficient knowledge and use of Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills required.

Pay and Hours: $19.76 per hour, up to 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Benefits and Perks:

Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit for more information.

• Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
• Eligibility for medical coverage as outlined in the Affordable Care Act
• Eligibility for paid leave including holidays and vacation
• Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!

Work Location: Primary office is located at the Sam Wolf Granite City Campus.

Application Deadline: Job posting closes to applicants on October 22, 2026 with application review beginning on October 23, 2026. Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., unofficial transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at the time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account. Southwestern Illinois College is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Educator Smoke/Tobacco/Vapor/Drug-Free Workplace.