Student Research Assistant (Part-Time)

Responsible for conducting research and planning to build up existing public humanities programming and develop new programming recommendations under the guidance of El Paso Community College (EPCC) and University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) faculty.

Program Description:

The Humanities Collaborative grant is a partnership between El Paso Community College and the University of Texas at El Paso to work together to strengthen existing ties between the two institutions, to engage in collaborative mentoring of students and faculty across the institutions in humanities research and teaching, and to raise the profile of the humanities in our border region through innovative, student and faculty driven humanities programming. An important outcome of the grant will be an increased flow of humanities students through both institutions.

Participate in the development and implementation of research projects. Conduct research and participate in the process of data collection and evaluation, interpretation, and analysis under the guidance of EPCC and UTEP faculty mentors.

Compile data, prepare and submit reports. Maintain files and records.

Assist in the planning, coordination, and publicity of public humanities programming, by promoting through social media, under the direction of faculty mentor, grant Principal Investigator (PI), and co-PIs. Recommend and assist in implementing enhancements to humanities programming based on new research and best practices learned.

Work with staff to address marketing strategies. Participate in public humanities programming by attending and assisting at the events and helping to ensure humanities programming success. Assist in the design and facilitation of workshops and address workshop concerns.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

1.Must be a current higher education student having completed one semester at EPCC, have an overall 3.0 GPA, required to submit two faculty reference letters or references and on-the-job training.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred.  The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

2.Proficient computer and social media skills.

3.Ability to work with students, staff, and general public.

4.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

5.Effective communication skills (both oral and written).

6.Ability to conduct presentations and workshops.

7.Ability to motivate people and demonstrate a level of self-confidence, assertiveness and personal drive.

8.Ability to convey an outgoing, friendly demeanor to represent the College in a positive manner and to build confidence in others.

Special Conditions:
1. The El Paso Community College is building a pool of Applicants for part-time staff positions. This pool will be accessed when an opening arises. Your application will remain active for approximately one (1) year from July 2024 to June 2025. After this time, you will need to re-apply if you are still interested in remaining a part of the pool.

2.This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.
3.Ability to work assigned work hours to include evenings and weekends.

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.

COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE.

 Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted.  Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.

If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998.

 Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline.  Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.

Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).

Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.

Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso County Community College district is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.