Part-Time Specialist III, Disability Services

Part‑Time Specialist III, Disability Services

Part‑Time Specialist III, Disability Services role at Lone Star College

Job Title: Part‑Time Specialist III, Disability Services
Location: LSC‑Cy Fair
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part‑Time
Job : 43745

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

Job Description – Purpose and Scope

Under general/limited supervision this position is responsible for significant function. This position acts a primary expert and provides advice and information to others. Ensures that all district policies/practices surrounding function are implemented/carried out correctly by others. Primarily performs specialized, specific functions requiring knowledge and experience in a particular field, area or department function. Typical duties may include information gathering and review, presentation of information in verbal or written form, some interpretation of information.

At a higher level, also provides advice and counsel in area of expertise such as academic advising, financial aid, and student records.

Essential Job Functions

• Answers heavy volume of phone calls, student questions, and takes messages
• Contacts students via phone, email, or other correspondence regarding Disability Services
• Processes student paperwork via various media
• Follows‑up on issues related to Disability Services
• Reviews documents for completeness and prepares student files
• Assists with records retention and maintenance
• Prepares/updates forms, reports and correspondence
• Prepares/maintains the Disability Service packets for distribution to campuses
• Performs administrative support functions to assist in daily operations, which include copying, processing mail, file maintenance, and other duties as assigned
• Tasks include but are not limited to bending, lifting, and carrying boxes
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions
• Ability to read and process/analyze large quantity of data
• Good communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task with disruptions
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality to adhere to FERPA
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Works independently with little direction
• Ability to bend, lift, and carry boxes as needed to carry out job functions

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 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 or GED and a minimum of one year of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher and at least one year of related work experience

Salary
Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60.

Benefits

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.

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.

Lone Star College E‑Verify and EEO Statement

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. Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.