Description

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:

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

Campus Marketing Statement:

Lone Star College-Cy-Fair

Lone Star College, located in the north metropolitan Houston area, is one of the largest and fastest growing community colleges in the country featuring six comprehensive colleges and 10 centers with over 95,000 credit and non-credit students each semester, an annual budget exceeding $500,000,000, and 7,300 employees spread over a 2100 square mile area.  

LSC adds $3.1 billion to the local and regional economy by providing educational opportunities across the north Houston region. Lone Star College-CyFair, a comprehensive community college for the 21st century, provides a dynamic, collaborative learning environment for life-long learning centered on learning engagement.

Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art technology and active, collaborative learning. 

Campus address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road. Cypress, Texas. 77433-1383.

Position Summary:

The College Work-Study Program provides jobs for students with financial need. This program is a subsidized student employment program designed to assist students in financing their post-secondary education.  Students are able to earn money according to the hours worked to help pay their educational expenses.  Employment opportunities exist on campus and vary depending upon the hiring department.

In order to be eligible for Work-Study, students must document financial need every year by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  Work-study is a need based award and cannot be awarded to a student if the award combined with other resources would exceed the student's need.  Students are awarded funds based on their financial need but are only paid for hours worked.  Any unearned funds at the end of the program term are forfeited.

Students applying for work-study positions are not guaranteed a position. Work-study positions are based upon department need and the availability of funds.  Work-study earnings are not paid in advance so they cannot be used to pay the direct costs (tuition, books, etc.) of the semester in which they are awarded.

There are two (2) types of work-study that can be awarded to a student.

Federal Work-Study Award- This award may be granted to students that are Residents or non-residents of the State of Texas, however will depend on the funding source.

Texas Work-Study Award-This award differs from the Federal Work-Study award, in that it is restricted only, to residents of the State of Texas and to those enrolled in at least half-time (6 credit hours) enrollment.

Job Functions:

1.  Handles routine office inquiries from employees, students and parents
2.  Assists in the day to day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department
3.  Responsible for clerical functions including answering phones, filing, scheduling, organizing, etc.
4.  Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications
• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with due dates and deadlines
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communications skills
• Ability to transfer knowledge to subordinates and higher authorities
• Problem analysis and problem resolution skills
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs

Salary: 

$7.25/hour

Work Schedule & Conditions:

• Work hours vary.  The Work-Study Program is considered a type of part-time employment and is not allowed to exceed 19.5 hours per week. The Work-Study hours are flexible depending on the needs of the department.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• Must demonstrate financial need and indicate your interest in the work-study program.
• Must be currently enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to qualify for the Federal work-study program.

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, participation in the TIAA-CREF retirement plan and more.

How to Apply:

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY!

 

Application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery will not be accepted.

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-Cypress
Work Locations:
9191 Barker Cypress Rd (0500)
9191 Barker Cypress Rd
Cypress, 77433


Job: Student Services
Organization: System Office - 00
Schedule: Part-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: No
Job Posting: Sep 5, 2018, 1:40:51 PM