Part-Time Assistant I, Biology Lab

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-Kingwood

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 93,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2021 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked 35th in Texas in the Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers By State’ list.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community college located in the pine-forested suburbs of northeast Houston, has an opening for someone interested in working with a diverse group of colleagues who want to make a difference in the lives of students and grow professionally. Kingwood focuses on fulfilling individual dreams and enhancing community life and offers unique programs in respiratory care, computer gaming and dental hygiene.

Location address is 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The PT Assistant, Lab performs standard lab duties while assisting multiple students and at times two computer labs. Activities are routine as well as repetitive. Reports to Division Operations Manager and a Department Chair.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Monitors and assists students with the lab requirement of their class
2. Responsible for monitoring and signing-off on students' lab time
3. Assists with monitoring and tracking lab supplies (workbooks, printer toner, and paper supply)
4. Uphold students' reasonable understanding of proper lab conduct
5. Operates a variety of office equipment, including but not limited to computer(s), printer, copier, and laminator
6. Responsible for other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Has a general knowledge of Internet Explorer, and search engines
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, organizational, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Must be detail oriented and precise
• Must be able to follow the lab rules and guidelines
• Must be punctual

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:

• Lab Hours Mondays to Thursdays 9am to 7:30pm and Fridays 9am to 12pm (not to exceed 19.5 hours per week)
• Must be available to work until 7:30pm Mondays through Thursdays
• There is a "no use of electronic devices" rule in place in the lab

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have taken and passed college level Freshman English courses or higher

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $10.88.

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.

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

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