Department Assistant, Arts and Communication

Department Assistant, Arts and Communication RESPONSIBILITIES SEE JOB DUTIES BELOW .

Position Summary

In accordance with the mission and vision of Kellogg Community College, the Arts and Communication Department Assistant provides support to department management, students, faculty, adjunct faculty and community stakeholders. Assists student workers and other departmental support staff in meeting department goals and objectives to support student success, retention and completion. Collaborates across departments and divisions to ensure accuracy and completion of departmental tasks and responsibilities.

Kellogg Community College is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, a community of approximately 54,000 people. Leisure activities, natural resources and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents.

Located along the I-94 interstate, Battle Creek is within 30 minutes of Kalamazoo, 60 minutes of Lansing and Grand Rapids and within three hours of Detroit, Chicago and Indianapolis. KCC Equity Statement Deepening our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion through learning, engagement with others and personal reflection; Valuing the lived experiences and perspectives of others while nurturing and understanding the differences between us; Rejecting all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism; and Advancing integrity, justice and civility among and between us.

Physical Demands

The job responsibilities are performed in an office area and presentation venues. Travel by car required. The job has intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as independent mobility between work areas, sitting, stooping, bending, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward (8
- 45 pounds). Typically requires regular use of one or more physical senses of medium intensity and long duration. Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy, and may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year post-secondary education or equivalent from an accredited college or university plus one (1) year of related experience OR two or more (2+) years of related, relevant experience. [If post-secondary education is a factor in meeting minimum qualifications, please ensure unofficial transcripts are uploaded to be considered.] Ability to work with MS Office, most especially Word, Excel, and Outlook or similar level applications at an intermediate level. One (1) year in office setting and working with a diverse population.

Demonstrated strong communication skills, organizational skills, and on-time reliability. Preferred but not Required Associate degree from an accredited college or university.

Proposed Salary Classification Pay Grade 12, 2026-2027 starting hourly wage range, step one $20.42 to step five $25.26. Internal applicants may refer to Article 22, Section 5B. External Posting Date 09/17/2026 External Closing Date 10/12/2026 External Closing Time 9:00 a.m. EDT Internal Posting Date 09/10/2026 Internal Closing Date 09/17/2026 Job Duties Essential Function Frontline Functions Description Provide administrative support for the Department Chair.

Rapidly evaluate and correctly respond to queries, assist, analyze, and triage daily academic issues for students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. Evaluate real-time issues by interpreting each situation, formulating next steps, and advising or deferring to Department Chair. Resolve student account issues within and across departments. Essential Function Yearlong Schedule Description In collaboration with the Department Chair and faculty, compile data for the yearlong schedule, including multiple interrelated entries.

Evaluate for time and space conflicts, identify discrepancies, reach out across the department, and make recommendations for resolution. In adherence to college deadlines, prepare yearlong Master Schedule file for approval by the Department Chair and entry by Registration. Respond to feedback from Registration to address issues and changes, validating all revisions. Solicit timely faculty submissions of bookstore text/resource adoption information for chair approval and final submission to the KCC Bookstore by the established deadlines.

Description

Assist students, parents, College personnel, and community stakeholders with department-related enrollment issues. Rapidly evaluate and correctly process registration requests, such as petitions, prerequisite verifications, and late add requests. Timely and appropriately respond to student inquiries about course registration rules. Answer questions about programs and course/section information. Assist the Department Chair and other departments in i