Part-Time Assistant I, Upward Bound-ACE Grant

Company: Lone Star College
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 24, 2025

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 LearningThe 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-North HarrisLone 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.Lone Star College-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original and largest college in the Lone Star College System family. Serving the community for more than three decades, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields.Location address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.
  Job Description
  
  
  PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The PT Assistant I, Upward Bound performs standard clerical functions for multiple individuals. Activities are routine and may be repetitive. Basic duties may include receiving and logging information, making copies, sorting and distributing mail, preparing correspondence or basic documents, answering routine questions and inquiries, providing information and directions and providing a service oriented environment. Provides assistance for the Upward Bound Program. This is a temporary, grant-funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is dependent upon continued grant funding. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:1. Responsible for clerical functions including scanning, faxing, making copies, filing, assigned computer projects2. Responsible for helping staff with errands and various projects as needed3. Assists with set up and tear down for various events4. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  Responsible and dependableWorking knowledge of office practice and proceduresWorking knowledge of personal computers and common office software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, OutlookExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to prioritize duties using sound customer service principlesAbility to interpret policies and proceduresAbility to work independently and as part of a team 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 equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork 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 $11.78
  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
  
  
  Go to the Job Search page, click on 'My Activities' at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on 'Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume. If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.
  How to Apply
  
  
  ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLYWe 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 .Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
  

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