Part-Time Specialist III, Outreach at Lone Star College in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Job Title: Part-Time Specialist III, Outreach
Location: LSC-Online
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 41363
Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC


• Student Focused


• Own It


• Foster Belonging


• Cultivate Community


• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Online

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.


LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.


LSC-Online, the newest LSC campus, features dedicated instructors and offers courses for students who are enrolling in a 100% fully online program. The LSC-Online Campus is an independent campus led by the Executive Vice Chancellor/ CEO, Online Campus. LSC-Online will provide a guaranteed schedule so that students can complete the programs in a two-year period if they so desire.


Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under general/limited supervision this position is responsible for significant function. This position acts a primary expert and provides advice and information to others. Ensures that all district policies/practices surrounding function are implemented/carried out correctly by others. Primarily performs specialized, specific functions requiring knowledge and experience in a particular field, area or department function. Typical duties may include information gathering and review, presentation of information in verbal or written form, some interpretation of information. At a higher level, also provides advice and counsel in area of expertise such as academic advising, financial aid, and student records.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Represents the college at elementary, middle/intermediate, and high school visits, career, health, community, and corporate fairs, apartment tenants, businesses in order to familiarize prospective students with assessment, evaluation, admission and registration processAssists manager with coordination of on campus and off campus recruitment / retention focused eventsCollaborates with campus resources to seek new information about the college to promote academic and co-curricular programs to prospective studentsAssists in prospective student follow-up appointments and tracks students through the prospective student database systemAssists with testing vouchers and testing processesIdentifies and refers students with special needs to appropriate departments, specialized programs, and student success initiativesGives campus tours and creates relevant presentations about college informationDisperses information by various methods, which may include telephone calls, chats, emails, information tables, and various public speaking engagementsActively seeks new sources of recruitment and builds community partnerships within the service areasParticipates in various outreach events, committees, and initiatives on behalf of the college and department, assigned by department directorResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to lift and carry at least 10-20 pounds to handle recruiting materials and setup for events.


• Ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse clientele in a team environment.


• Strong commitment to customer service.


• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.


• Ability to gain knowledge of the rules and procedures of the college.


• Ability to maintain good positive relationship with the public, students, faculty, and staff


• Proficiency with common office software (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite).


• Ability to organize functions to ensure compliance with due dates/deadlines and regulatory requirements.


• Ability to coach and transfer knowledge.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment


• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position


• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $15.14.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

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ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
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Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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