DescriptionCommitment 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:

• Students Matter
• Inspire Excellence
• Act Intentionally
• Better Together
• No Fear!
• Trust!

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 Park 

 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 six colleges, ten centers, two university centers, Lone Star Corporate College and LSC-Online, was named a 2017 Great Colleges to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.

Founded in 2010, LSC-University Park is located on a 71-acre campus that includes the comprehensive Lone Star College campus along with Lone Star Corporate College, the LSC-Energy & Manufacturing Center, multiple university partners, a charter high school, several commercial tenants and much more creating the college of the future. LSC-UP’s vision is to be nationally recognized as the model for the innovative college of the 21st century. LSC-UP’s “Invitation to Innovate” (i2i) has resulted in local, national and international awards and recognitions, including one patent.

Campus address is 20515 SH 249 (TX 249 and Louetta Road), Houston, TX 77070. 
Position Summary:

The Part Time Specialist III, Bursar’s Office supports other staff by performing task-oriented duties while providing clerical, administrative, and/or operational support under general supervision. Monitors the progress and efficiency of workflow and responds to changes in student needs as necessary. Handles monetary transactions for student accounts. Provides guidance to students and affected departments with regard to tuition, fees, payment plans and collection efforts.

Job Functions:

1. Analyzes and resolves issues with students and third-party sponsors regarding billing, student records, payment of tuition and fees, tax statements and on-line payment plans
2. Communicates verbally, on-line, and in written form with students, staff, and outside parties regarding tuition and fees owed to maintain enrollment, overdue tuition and fees, and accounts sent to collections and communicates verbally and in written form with corporate sponsors regarding tuition and fees billed
3. Manages cash received by balancing cash drawers, petty cash box, and registration change drawer and by preparing bank deposits for pickup by armored courier; Applies waivers, exemptions, and third-party payments to student accounts
4. Ensures compliance with established customer service plans, financial reporting requirements, and LSC policies and procedures for dealing with students, staff, and administration through written and electronic communications and the accurate assessment and analysis of objectives
5. Accounts for cash, checks, and credit card payments for LSC credit/non-credit courses, LSC-Testing Center, LSC-Wellness Center, Harris County Public Library, Performing Arts Center, student organizations, and miscellaneous campus activities
6. May report, review, research and reconcile functions for daily student receivable deposits, operating funds, cash boxes, petty cash, and student account status
7. Prepares month-end journal entries to clear suspense accounts and replenish petty cash; Places orders for petty cash and registration cash from bank for operations
8. Submits void and re-issue forms for checks that need to be voided/stopped/re-issued to System Office
9. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Requires detailed analytical skills and a high level of accounting skills and knowledge
• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with standard software applications
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to interact with subordinates and direct/coach work efforts
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills
• Ability to organize functions to ensure compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements
• Ability to transfer knowledge to subordinates and higher authorities; Ability to determine the approach for doing the work
• Ability to work in an environment that may have unpredicted requirements or demands
• Ability to follow specific procedures that may result in interaction with co-workers, citizens, or other individuals
• Ability to work in a responsive environment where co-workers or citizens bring problems to incumbent for resolution; Ability to determine the problem and create an individual solution
• Ability to prepare and or process purchase orders
• Ability to make recommendations that affect the budget

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.
Salary:

$12.81/hour

Work Schedule & 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

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Duration of Job Posting:

Position posted until filled

QualificationsRequired:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Benefits Marketing Statement:

By joining our top notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization recognized for the 3rd year in a row as a "Great College To Work For". We offer a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition reimbursement, participation in the TIAA-CREF retirement plan and more.

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.

Primary Location: US-Texas-Houston
Work Locations:
20515 Highway 249 - LSC University Park (0800)
20515 Highway 249
Houston, 77070


Job: Student Services
Organization: LSC University Park - 08
Schedule: Part-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Posting: Mar 20, 2019, 1:03:05 PM