Part-Time Specialist III, Outreach & Internships

Lone Star College System   The Woodlands, TX   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 21, 2024
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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
  • Advance Equity
  • 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-CyFair

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.

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art technology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.

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:
  1. 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 process
  2. Assists manager with coordination of on campus and off campus recruitment / retention focused events
  3. Collaborates with campus resources to seek new information about the college to promote academic and co-curricular programs to prospective students
  4. Assists in prospective student follow-up appointments and tracks students through the prospective student database system
  5. Assists with testing vouchers and testing processes
  6. Identifies and refers students with special needs to appropriate departments, specialized programs, and student success initiatives
  7. Gives campus tours and creates relevant presentations about college information
  8. Disperses information by various methods, which may include telephone calls, chats, emails, information tables, and various public speaking engagements
  9. Actively seeks new sources of recruitment and builds community partnerships within the service areas
  10. Participates in various outreach events, committees, and initiatives on behalf of the college and department, assigned by department director
  11. Responsible 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 $14.55.

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.

Special Instructions

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How to Apply

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.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.


Lone Star College System

The Woodlands , TX