Coordinator , Upward Bound-Grant Funded

LSC-North Harris

Full-Time

Temporary

At Lone Star College System, every employee contributes to our mission of providing transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be. Guided by our vision to lead higher education through high-quality, affordable, and innovative learning opportunities, employees are expected to exemplify professionalism, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.

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Lone Star College-North Harris

With 100,000 students and counting, Lone Star College System provides transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be. The two-year institution is training tomorrow's workforce today, offering more than 200 degrees and certification programs that empower students to take the next step.

Lone Star College System has eight main campuses and more than 20 locations in the Houston area. Learn more  .

Lone Star College-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original college in the Lone Star College System family. Serving the community for more than 50 years, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields.

The address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073. All applicants must reside in Texas.

The Coordinator I, Upward Bound (G) will be responsible for providing academic support to low-income, under-served, and first‑generation students by coordinating different academic and cultural activities. Provide academic and financial advising, as well as sociocultural exposure to underserved low‑income, first‑generation Upward Bound students to promote graduation from high school and the timely attainment of a post‑secondary degree. Assist the Director in retention efforts, as well as in the overall mission of the Upward Bound program by maintaining contact with students, parents, and alumni throughout the academic and summer components of the program.

This is a temporary, grant‑funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is contingent upon continued grant funding.