Lone Star College Hiring for Coordinator I, Upward Bound-Grant Funded at LSC-North Harris Full Time

Job Title: Coordinator I, Upward Bound-Grant Funded
Location: LSC-North Harris
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 40146
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 eight areas: Professional Development; Mission & Pride; Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness; Confidence in Senior Leadership; Faculty & Staff Well-Being; Shared Governance; Faculty Experience; Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-North Harris

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-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original and largest college in the Lone Star College System family. Serving the community for more than three decades, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields.

Location address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The Coordinator I, Upward Bound will be responsible for providing academic support to low-income, under-served, and first-generation students by coordinating different academic and cultural activities. Provide academic and financial advising, as well as sociocultural exposure to underserved low-income, first-generation Upward Bound students to promote graduation from high school and the timely attainment of a post-secondary degree. Assist the Director in retention efforts, as well as in the overall mission of the Upward Bound program by maintaining contact with students, parents, and alumni throughout the academic and summer components of the program. This is a temporary, grant-funded position.Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is contingent upon continued grant funding.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop Individual Academic Plan with each student to foster necessary skills for academic success in collegeAdvise and assist high school students & dual credit students on their academic coursework, college admissions process, and long-term academic plansMonitor students’ academic progress & submit monthly advising reports; Track and record daily statistical information regarding transcripts, transcript evaluation, and diplomasPlan and implement academic, financial, and sociocultural workshops for Upward Bound students and parents to be presented during the monthly Lunch and Learn Workshops, Saturday College Preps, or the yearly Upward Bound Summer Program.Utilize and leverage contacts and relationships with Lone Star College colleagues as well as community members to complete job tasks and assignmentsCoordinate, conduct, and communicate events with local area high schools, dual credit schools, and outside organizations; promote student participation in the program through innovative activities such as raffle drawings, scholarships, & support activities.Manage the recruiting process of students into the Upward Bound program at different school campuses. Participate in high school events and special programsResearch and maintain up to date knowledge of academic programs, college admissions process, financial aid process, assessment, and academic advisementCollect and input student contact data for multiple event types including weekly advising, monthly tutorials, Saturday College Preps, and other official functionsEvaluate student account concerns involving Financial Aid with the use of Lone Star College systems and the Department of Education Data SystemsRespond to student/parent questions through telephone, e-mail, and oral & written forms of communicationResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong attention to accuracy and detailExcellent knowledge of general office and software applicationsAbility to prepare and analyze reportsPossesses good organizational skillsAbility to prioritize dutiesHigh level of customer serviceAbility to maintain confidentiality

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 equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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

Salary

Hiring salary range is $38,761-$47,487

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

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 and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions Go to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume. If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.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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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.