Part-Time Peer Mentor, Outreach-State

Lone Star College; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lone Star College-Tomball seeks a student mentor to advise and guide students about higher education options at participating institutions and local high schools. Mentors will share information at events such as College Nights and FAFSA Saturdays, delivering high-level guidance and support to diverse student groups.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and customer service skills, with ability to interact one-on-one and handle a high volume of inquiries while staying

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Filing and documentation tasks.
• Copying and faxing as needed.
• Provide general information related to the department.
• Record maintenance and data entry of forms.
• Provide handouts and/or forms to customers.
• Maintain inventory of materials and supplies.
• Event preparation and support for campus activities.
• Collect and record data for programs.
• Maintain knowledge of multiple programs offered.
• Provide limited technology support to end users.
• Interpret regulations and policies as required.
• Maintain and/or process records.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

General office procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Currently enrolled Lone Star student

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

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

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" isdesigned to recognize colleges that have been successful increating great workplaces and to further research and understandingof the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impacton organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiplecategories.

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.

Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldestcollege in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range ofacademic and workforce programs and is a leading college in thehealth sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of thelifePATH program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitivedisabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership withHarris County Public Library, and we offer an early college highschool with the Tomball Independent School District.

Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This position will mentor and advise students about highereducation at participating institutions of higher education orlocal high schools. Mentors will provide information to high schoolstudents at events such as College Nights and FAFSA Saturdays.Required to provide high level information. May interact one-on-onewith students. May interact with a high volume of customers. Willwork and assist diverse groups.

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. Event preparation and support
9. Collect and record data
10. Maintain 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

$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.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for theacademic year.

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 atwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

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