Part-Time Peer Mentor, Financial Aid-State

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Lone Star College seeks a part-time Student Information/Financial Aid Advisor to mentor and guide prospective and current students on higher education pathways, FAFSA applications, Apply Texas, and financial aid options. The role involves interacting with a diverse student population and providing high-level information.

Responsibilities include daily office tasks, documentation, and coordinating with campus resources to support student success.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a Lone Star student.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with customer service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Filing
• Copying
• Faxing
• Provide general information related to the department
• Maintain or prepare forms and data entries
• Provide handouts and/or forms to customers
• Maintain inventory
• Setup Financial Aid equipment
• Assist with events and support
• Record data and knowledge of programs
• Provide basic technology support to end users
• Interpret regulations and policies
• Maintain/process records

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Office software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Commitment to Mission

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

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Campus Marketing Statement

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

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

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFairCommunity, the college provides a full range of offerings includingunique programs in fire science technology, logistics managementand sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, thecollege has experienced record growth and supports an excitinglearning environment that brings together state-of-the-arttechnology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX77433.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

This position will mentor and advise students about highereducation, including the financial aid, completing FAFSAapplication, and Apply Texas application. Mentor will also providefinancial aid options and assist students with finding andutilizing appropriate resources. Required to provide high levelinformation. May interact one-on-one with students. May interactwith a high volume of customers. Will work with and assist diversegroups.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Filing
2. Copying
3. Faxing
4. Provide general information related to the department
5. Record maintenance, preparation and review of forms, dataentry
6. Provide handouts and/or forms to customers
7. Maintain inventory
8. Set up Financial Aid equipment (such as go-centercomputers)
9. Event preparation and support
10. Collect and record dataMaintain knowledge of multiple programs
11. Provide limited technology support to end users
12. Interpret regulations and policies
13. Maintain and/or process records

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer service
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Communication skills (written and oral)
• Working knowledge of general office procedures andpractices
• Proficiency with one or more office software (Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Access)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

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

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in aMicrosoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other generaloffice equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed tocarry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimalexposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be a currently enrolled Lone Star student pursuing acourse of study

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $16.22

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a partof an organization that offers a supportive, collegial workenvironment, excellent work/life balance and more.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under whichLone Star College provides the federal government with informationfrom each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee isauthorized 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 aresubject to a criminal background check.

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

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

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