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Part-Time Specialist III, Student Services-Temporary

Lone Star College, Houston, TX, United States


PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The Part‑time Specialist III, Student Services has in‑depth knowledge of functions and processes throughout the scope of the specialty area. This position acts as a primary expert and provides advice and information to others. Ensures that all College and department policies and procedures surrounding assigned area are implemented and carried out correctly by others. Primarily performs specialized, specific functions requiring knowledge and experience in a particular field, area or department function. Typical duties may include information gathering and review, presentation of information in verbal or written form, some interpretation of information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists students in processes relating to registration and admissions including academic advising on course transferability

Provides advice and counsel in areas of expertise such as academic advising, financial aid, and student records

Informs and orients students in order to help them succeed in college setting

May advise high school students and parents on requirements for dual credit, admissions and determines exceptional admission

May provide expertise to others in the processing of transcripts

May analyze transfer coursework, accreditation, catalogs and numbering/grading systems to affect and maintain the Degree Audit system files

May determine residency requirements

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong verbal and written communication skills

High‑level computer skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Demonstrated ability to manage and lead change

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 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

SALARY
Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60

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

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