Job Title: Part-Time Mascot and Communications InternLocation: LSC-University ParkJob ID: 44883Purpose and ScopeThe PT Mascot supports campus spirit, student engagement, community outreach, and college events by serving as the assigned LSC mascot at approved activities and appearances. This position brings the mascot to life through energetic, positive, and professional nonverbal engagement at orientations, campus events, community activities, college fairs, special appearances, and student engagement programs. The role may also assist with marketing, communications, multimedia, event preparation, general office support, and departmental operations. This position requires reliability, creativity, professionalism, flexibility, physical stamina, and the ability to follow college policies, safety protocols, mascot guidelines, confidentiality expectations, and brand standards.Essential Job FunctionsServes as the college mascot at approved campus student, employee, athletic, recruitment, outreach, community, and special events by providing energetic, welcoming, and engaging interaction that promotes campus spirit and positively represents the collegeBrings the mascot to life through nonverbal communication, gestures, body language, posing, audience interaction, and expressive movement while remaining in character during appearancesSupports event preparation and execution by assisting with setup, material preparation and distribution, guest engagement, photo opportunities, event coverage, cleanup, and other event-related needsMaintains the mascot experience by assisting with proper care, cleaning, storage, preparation, and readiness of the mascot costume, props, and related materialsCollaborates with campus departments, such as College Relations staff, and other teams to support mascot appearances, engagement opportunities, marketing/communications projects, outreach activities, and department initiativesMay assist with marketing, communications, and multimedia support, including digital and print content, social media support, writing assistance, photography, video, promotional materials, and related department projectsProvides general office, administrative, and departmental support, including organizing files, preparing materials, tracking project needs, assisting with scheduling or meeting preparation, and supporting daily operationsMay conduct campus tours for prospective and new students, as well as community visitorsMay provide support for calling campaigns and other recruitment or student engagement initiativesRepresents the college professionally by following college policies, safety protocols, mascot guidelines, confidentiality expectations, brand standards, and appropriate conduct during campus and community activitiesResponsible for other reasonable, related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesCoursework experience, or demonstrated interest in marketing, communications, multimedia, photography, video, events, community outreach, student engagement, or a related fieldHigh-energy, outgoing, positive, and creative personality with the ability to engage diverse audiences of all agesGood written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with students, employees, and community membersAbility to perform in a full mascot costume using nonverbal communication, gestures, body language, posing, and audience interactionPhysical stamina and agility to wear a full mascot costume with limited visibility, including in warm or outdoor conditions; able to walk, dance, pose, wave, and lift/carry up to 20 poundsBasic experience with Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms preferredStrong time-management and organizational skillsPositive attitude, collaborative mindset, reliability, flexibility, and commitment to professionally representing LSCPhysical AbilitiesThe work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterityWork Schedule And ConditionsWork hours will include evenings and weekends, outdoors in extreme heat and coldMust have reliable mode of transportation to travel to campus locations within the LSC Service AreaRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDPreferred QualificationsCurrent or former LSC Student or community member with a passion for our collegeSalaryHourly Pay Rate is $15.60BenefitsBenefits include tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, and more.EEO StatementLone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.#J-18808-Ljbffr