Administrative Assistant Small Business Development Center

Responsibilities:  This position will provide full-time secretarial duties for the Paris SBDC which include confidential projects requiring initiative and detail regarding the operation and management of the SBDC office, supporting the director and counselor of the Small Business Development Center.

Qualifications:  Applicant must have an Associates degree with emphasis in office administration or related field required.  A minimum of three years successful experience in clerical support of administrative positions.  Demonstrated computer skills and literacy with continued education or training in Microsoft Office Suite, and Publisher.  Use and familiarity with online resources, CRM software and document storage.  Ability to apply administrative and department policies, regulations and rules; understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; compose correspondence independently.

Salary:  The annual salary range for this position is $35,000 -$39,000.

Fringe Benefits: This position covers health insurance at 100% for employee. Additional optional coverages include dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, and long- and short-term disability. Other benefits include retirement under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, accrued sick leave, vacation, paid holidays, and an employee reimbursement/dependent scholarship program. Health benefits require a 60-day employment period.

Application Procedures: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 11, 2026. Candidates cannot be guaranteed full consideration if materials are received after that date. A Paris Junior College Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, copy of all college/university transcripts, and a list of references are required. This position is security-sensitive and may require a post-hire Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation on the successful candidate. To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit our web site at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms and attach all required documents for all three links.

Paris Junior College is an equal employment opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected group status. Applicants requiring accommodations for the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office.