Part-Time Specialist III, TRiO Peer Support; G

Part-Time Specialist III, TRiO Peer Support (G)

Location: LSC-Montgomery

Job : 42644

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

This position carries the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) and to perform duties with a commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to LSC students and employees.

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

This temporary, grant‑funded position assists college students with academic support through mentoring. The Specialist helps students adjust to college life, provides high‑level information, and works one‑on‑one and in group settings with TRiO students.

• Provide general information related to TRIO SSS
• Guide students in developing accountability for their decisions and in understanding how those decisions impact their success, including study skills, time management, academic course intervention, and other college‑related skills areas as needed.
• Set appointments with students in TRIO SSS for mentoring support and coordinate tutor and tutee meetings
• Record, prepare, maintain, and review forms, and perform data entry
• Provide handouts and/or forms to potential TRIO SSS participants
• Plan a variety of TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) events and activities
• Participate in panels for TRIO SSS workshops and visiting groups
• Assist with or provide event preparation and give campus tours
• Maintain knowledge of multiple programs
• Perform other reasonable, related job duties as assigned

• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Working knowledge of general office procedures and practices
• Proficiency with common office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to effectively take notes

The work is sedentary and typically involves sitting. Occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving may occur. No special physical demands are required.

• Schedule will depend on department needs
• Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the position’s functions
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience (e.g., academic coaching, tutoring, mentoring), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be a currently enrolled Lone Star student pursuing a course of study with at least 24 credit hours (verified via transcripts)
• Current GPA of at least 3.0

Hourly Pay Rate: $15.60

Enjoy a supportive, collegial environment that offers work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, and more.

All applicants must apply online only. Applications received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery will not be accepted.

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