This position is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Administrative Assistant, Title V Program

201500047PD

201500248P

No

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.

In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.

If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.

LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).
Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. EEO/AA

The Administrative Assistant, Title V Program reports directly to the Project Director and the Director of Excelencia Center. The Administrative Assistant, Title V Program provides support services and activities related to the Title V grant. This position is responsible for maintaining office supplies, assisting with requisitions, travel, receiving reports, supply ordering, student worker’s timesheets and occasional correspondence. This is a part time position (30 hours a week). This position is funded by a 5-year grant.

The Administrative Assistant must work independently without supervision; demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students from diverse backgrounds; workwith students, faculty and staff in a professional manner; andestablish effective working relationships with others.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly carry up to 25 pounds and lift up to 25 pounds. Frequent local travel.

Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution. Experience working in a K-12 or a higher education setting. (Experience may be substituted for education.)

Must be skilled in the use of a personal computer and related technology, including Microsoft Office.
Evidence of superior organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

$24,000

30 hours per week

Complete general office tasks including but not limited to greeting visitors, answering phone calls, responding to department emails, distributing office mail in a timely manner.

Assist with special requests; assist students and the general public.

Prepare and assist with requisitions and receiving reports as needed.

Process hiring documents for student assistants, process payroll and one-time payments for student assistants and hourly employees.

Monitor and track budgets; maintain departmental budget spreadsheets.

Manage travel requests and other out of office activities and complete the associated documents for the supervisor.

Maintain a schedule of events in the Ruby Fuller Building. Schedule bi-weekly staff meetings, prepares agendas, takes minutes and submit minutes to staff and President in a timely manner.

Work with Title V staff to stay current with student success events, resources and activities.

Meet regularly with the Project Director and Director of Excelencia Center to discuss grant goals/objectives.

Perform other appropriate duties, related to Title V grant.

Comply with all campus policies and procedures.