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Part-Time Specialist III, Adult Education & Literacy - Grant Funded

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: Lone Star College System
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Education Administration
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Education Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17729 - 25251 USD Yearly USD 17729.00 25251.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Part-Time Specialist III, Adult Education & Literacy Support - Grant Funded

Part‑Time Specialist III, Adult Education & Literacy Support – Grant Funded 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
Location

250 N. Sam Houston Pkwy

E., Houston, TX 77060.

Job Description Purpose and Scope

The Specialist III, AEL Support (Grant) provides assistance to program staff across several grant processes to include test proctoring, initial advising for students on Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) grant‑funded programs or certificates, and assistance in organizing and correcting grant files. The position assists as needed to register students in all grant‑funded Adult Education classes and supports other staff by performing task‑oriented duties while providing clerical, analytical, administrative, and operational support under general supervision.

Work is primarily at the assigned location, but hours may be split due to the needs of the grant between LSC-Houston North Greenspoint, LSC-University Center Montgomery and other LSC campuses and off‑site community partner locations where AEL classes are offered.

This is a temporary, grant‑funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is dependent upon continued grant funding. Professional Development for TWC, HGAC and LSCS is required by the deadline.

Essential Job Functions
  • Proctors student pre‑program and post‑course placement testing.
  • Welcomes, greets and provides general support to all AEL prospective students and visitors in a polite and professional manner.
  • Advises visitors on available and upcoming orientation and testing session dates and provides detail on eligibility requirements per AEL program.
  • Answers multiple phone lines, takes messages, and/or transfers callers; records messages from voicemail and returns phone calls in a timely manner.
  • Registers and drops students for AEL classes including High School Equivalency or GED, English as a Second Language, Workforce Education and Training Certificates and Developmental Education.
  • Provides students with information and proper referrals to available resources and services on campus.
  • Manages and replies to departmental communications in a timely manner.
  • Collects and processes necessary documents required to enroll students in AEL High School Equivalency or GED preparation classes; provides students with oral and written instructions to take the TABE or tests of Adult Basic Education exam.
  • Provides support to managers and all other AEL staff to ensure efficient operations.
  • Contacts students, instructors and staff regarding class cancellations or postponement.
  • Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Strong attention to detail.
    • Ability to use software products.
    • Ability to work on multiple projects.
    • Ability to document expenses.
    Physical Abilities

    The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. 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 a 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.
    • Some evenings and weekends may be required.
    Required Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Bilingual (English/Spanish).
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Associate degree or higher.
    Salary

    Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60.

    Benefits

    At Lone Star College you will enjoy a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan and more.

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

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