Part-Time Specialist III, TRiO Peer Support (G) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Part-Time Specialist III, TRiO Peer Support (G) Location: LSC-Montgomery Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 42644 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 BeliefsOne LSCStudent FocusedOwn ItFoster BelongingCultivate CommunityChoose 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-MontgomeryLone 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-Montgomery, the premiere student-centered educational institution in Montgomery County, serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities. LSC-Montgomery provides a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere while offering leisure learning opportunities, individual classes, and unique programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology.Location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE:This position will assist college students with academic support through mentoring. As a PT Specialist III, TRiO Peer Support, this position assists other students in adjusting to college life. Required to provide high level of information. Will interact one-on-one and in group setting with students. Will work with and assist diverse groups and provide a high level of customer service and support to TRiO students. 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: Provides general information related to TRIO SSSGuides students in developing accountability for their decisions and in understanding how those decisions impact their success. Assists students with study skills, time management, academic course intervention, and other college-related skills areas as neededSets appointments with students in TRIO SSS for the purpose of mentoring support. Coordinates tutor and tutee meetingsRecords, prepares, maintains, and reviews forms, and performs data entryProvides handouts and/or forms to potential TRIO SSS participantsPlans a variety of TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) events and activitiesParticipates in panels for TRIO SSS workshops and visiting groupsAssists with or provides event preparation & gives campus toursMaintains knowledge of multiple programsResponsible for other reasonable, related job duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Strong customer service skillsStrong interpersonal skillsGood organizational skillsAnalytical and problem solving skillsStrong communication skills (written and oral)Working knowledge of general office procedures and practicesProficiency with common office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)Ability to effectively take notesPHYSICAL 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: Schedule will depend on department needsEquipment 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 hazardsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:HS diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience (may include academic coaching, tutoring, mentoring or related activities), or an equivalent combination of education and experienceMust be a currently enrolled Lone Star student pursuing a course of study with a minimum of 24 credit hours (verified via transcripts)Current GPA at least 3.0Salary Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60.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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.