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Part-time Administrative Specialist I, Academic Success

Employer
Lone Star College
Location
Texas, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 24, 2021


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, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

  • One LSC
  • Student Focused
  • Own It
  • Advance Equity
  • 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 was recognized in five areas: Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; and Work/Life Balance .

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-University Center at The Woodlands

Lone Star College offers high-quality, affordable academic transfer and career training education to 99,000 students each semester. LSC is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Stephen C. Head, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of LSC, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area with an annual economic impact of nearly $3 billion.

LSC, which consists of seven colleges, ten centers, two university centers, Lone Star Corporate College and LSC-Online, is continuously named Great Colleges to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.

Lone Star College-University Center, located in The Woodlands, is a partnership with several leading universities to provide unduplicated bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and continuing professional studies. Utilizing partnerships, seamless credit transfer programs, collaborative governance, shared facilities, interactive telecommunications, and "first stop" student services, we serve as the critical link for community development and individual opportunities.

Campus address is 3232 College Park Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77384.

Job Description



PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Administrative Specialist I pro vides administrative support to leadership, a variety of staff, and/or faculty member(s) . Provides general cleri cal, administrative, and/or operational support and helps ensure a n efficient and friendly office environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Performs basic administrative support/clerical functions as requested, such as receiving and logging information, creating and maintaining files, making copies, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail, preparing basic correspondence or documen ts, answering routine questions etc.
  • Uses a variety of software in performance of duties, with a focus on Microsoft Office Suite
  • Answers in-coming phone calls and assists callers by responding to basic questions and forwarding calls to appro priate parties
  • Greet s visitors to the area in a friendly, professional manner . Provide s general directions/guidance within scope of responsibility
  • Provide s ad-hoc support for assigned divisions (employees and students), and for other areas as needed during busy times
  • Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned


  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    • Strong attention to detail
    • Strong customer service skills
    • Ability to use software products
    • Ability to effectively work on multiple projects
    • Ability to document expenses


    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 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


    Salary

    Hourly Pay Rate is $10.25

    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 ONLY

    We 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.

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