Part-Time Staff Assistant II - Human Resources (Afternoon Shift)

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, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• 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 has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381 .

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under general supervision, performs standard and some advanced administrative duties. Generally reports to a Manager-level position and provides support to multiple individuals or a department. Activities are generally routine but may involve non-routine requests or specialized information. Basic duties may include receiving and logging information, making copies, sorting and distributing mail, coordinating office functions, preparing correspondence and basic documents and reports, scheduling appointments and making travel arrangements, providing information and directions, and contributing to a service-oriented environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Greets all visitors to HR enthusiastically and professionally. Answers questions within scope of responsibility, or directs higher-level questions and issues to the appropriate area as needed

Actively trains in the fundamentals of multiple areas of Human Resources (may include Recruiting, Compensation, HRIS, Records, Benefits) and assists with routine, daily activities and clerical duties as needed

Progressively utilizes the features of one or more standard business software packages up to the following skill level:

Word Processing : Performs sorts and merges, prints mass mailings, selects font attributes and changes

Spreadsheets : Designs routine spreadsheets, sets up routine formulas, and prints desired sections

Databases : Sets up new database files and recommends screen improvements

Scans mail, arranges in priority order, and distributes to one or more managers

Screens calls for managers and responds to routine questions

Schedules tentative appointments for approval by manager, makes routine travel arrangements. May schedule group meetings and assist with set-up

Coordinates with other administrative, maintenance, or clerical employees in own department or throughout the college to accomplish such routine activities as ordering supplies, obtaining approvals, and arranging for word processing, document duplication, equipment repair, or travel advances

Responsible for safety and maintenance of own equipment

May collect data and perform basic mathematical calculations, including assisting with budget documents and records

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with common office software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel and Access)
• Ability to work on multiple projects
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments
• Ability 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; ending; 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 and at least 2 years of related work experience. An Associate's degree or higher may be considered in lieu of experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $13.52.

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, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

Special Instructions

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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.

The work schedule is 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

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.