Part-Time Advisor I, Outreach

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-Montgomery

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–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:

The PT Advisor I meets with students in assigned discipline on a regular basis to provide advising, track academic progress and success/completion/retention. Collaborates with multiple high schools within the college’s service area to advise high school students who are interested in becoming college ready before they graduate, as well as those interested in dual credit and/or early college courses. Leads and facilitates student’s transition from high school to college. Communicates with students on a regular basis to track their success and progress. Reports on progress of students and involves others within the institution.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists the Program Manager with planning and implementing the marketing plan for the department
2. Assists the Program Manager with planning and developing successful outreach programming and events
3. Advises and monitors high school students and parents on outcomes of college readiness assessment and college and career options and refers to appropriate program
4. Assists students and parents in developing a course of action to become college-ready by the end of the senior year; Facilitates transition of high school students into the college environment
5. Coordinates and works with high school counselors in all aspects necessary to schedule, advise, and present to students on their campuses
6. Refers students and parents to college resources that are available to assist them in the selection of career paths, colleges, and majors/certifications, financial aid, scholarships and related services and assists students in scheduling assessment and career-exploration testing.
7. Provides information regarding services and resources available at the college level for students with special needs adhering to ADA and 504 regulations
8. Creates and coordinates workshops on study skills and learning strategies, and prepares and gives presentations. Creates visual aids, handouts, and manuals as needed
9. Develops a database that tracks and reports students’ progress toward college-readiness, and reports participation statistics and progress of high school students
10. Oversees the promotion and registration of on-campus events (i.e. Open House, New Student Orientation, College Night, and College Day Visits) and the Summer Bridge program and other summer programs or projects as assigned
11. Assists students with the online application process, preparing students to take the college entrance assessments (i.e. the Compass test) and registering students for high school and college programs, as appropriate
12. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with common office software
• High level of customer service
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail for tracking of student success and student educational plans
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of students
• Ability to prioritize duties

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:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a higher education setting
• Previous experience working with students who have unique barriers and experience in assisting these students with their educational success

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $18.82.

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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If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

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