Part-Time Specialist III, Financial Aid

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!

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-CyFair

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:

Under limited supervision, plans, coordinates and implements Financial Aid services. Advises and assists students and general public regarding Financial Aid services. Position ensures that all LSC, campus, and state policies and practices are correctly carried out.

Job Functions:

• Provides information to students and parents who are interested in financial aid programs
• Verifies accuracy/corrects student financial aid grant, scholarship, work program or loan program application and files; Triages issues to higher level specialists/advisors/managers as needed
• Assists students and parents with the entire application and disbursement process for all federal, state and institutional aid programs utilizing electronic processes developed by the Department of Education
• Identifies and clarifies conflicting database matches from the particular agency/organization
• Resolves database mismatches including communicating with responsible agency and student
• Assists in the Federal Student Loan Entrance and Exit Counseling Sessions or Orientations
• Assists in preparation Federal, State, Institutional and Private reports to donor or agencies
• Provides accurate information regarding guidelines of major aid programs offered by Lone Star College and private donor scholarships
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Commitment to promoting diversity in the work environment
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to understand and perform complex oral and written instructions with little or no supervision
• Ability to perform detailed work rapidly and accurately
• Ability to plan, schedule, and manage projects, and assignments
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a demanding work environment
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and providing dynamic climate for lifelong learning

Physical Abilities:

• Minimal physical effort is required

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

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma and at least 2 years of related work experience; An equivalent amount of college education may be substituted for years of experience

Preferred:

• Financial Aid work experience in a higher education setting

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!

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