Part-time Specialist III, Student Services

Lone Star College; Texas; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking a Part-time Specialist III, Student Services to provide expert guidance on registration, admissions, and student records. You will advise students and collaborate with departments to support transfer processes and dual credit programs.

The role emphasizes strong communication, detailed knowledge of college policies, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a campus environment. This is a part-time position based in TX.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and at least 3 years of experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with registration and admissions, including academic advising on course transferability.
• Provides guidance in areas such as academic advising, financial aid, and student records.
• Informs and orients students to help them succeed in college settings.
• May advise high school students and parents on dual credit requirements and admissions.
• Assists with processing of transcripts and degree audit data as needed.
• Ensures policies and procedures in the assigned area are followed by staff.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Autonomy and teamwork

Change management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows PC

Job description

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-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:

The Part-time Specialist III, Student Services has in-depth knowledge of functions and processes throughout the scope of the specialty area. This position acts a primary expert and provides advice and information to others. Ensures that all College and department policies and procedures surrounding assigned area 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists students in processes relating to registration and admissions including academic advising on course transferability
2. Provides advice and counsel in areas of expertise such as academic advising, financial aid, and student records
3. Informs and orients students in order to help them succeed in college setting
4. May advise high school students and parents on requirements for dual credit, admissions and determines exceptional admission
5. May provide expertise to others in the processing of transcripts
6. May analyze transfer coursework, accreditation, catalogs and numbering/grading systems to affect and maintain the Degree Audit system files
7. May determine residency requirements
8. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High-level computer skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead change

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 and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $15.92.

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.

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.