Summer Orientation Assistant (Multiple Openings)
University of Arkansas
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University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Undergraduate Programs Office Support
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Summer Orientation Assistant will serve as a member of the Walton Orientation Team for the Walton Academic Advising and Welcome Center Office. Staff will assist with welcoming new students and families, have an assigned advisor to facilitate group advising sessions for 10-15 new students, and assist with the registration process. The Summer Orientation Assistant will assist with the implementation and evaluation of the college portion of New Student Orientation, especially with small group advising on cohort classes and registration under the supervision of Academic Advising staff; work as a paraprofessional in presenting and distributing information to new students and family members; initiate and develop open communication and interaction with students and family members attending New Student Orientation; work productively and cooperatively with all members of the University community to effectively implement the New Student Orientation program; serve as a positive role model and ambassador on behalf of the University of Arkansas and the Walton College; participate in every Walton Summer Orientation Session; perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director or as necessitated by the job.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Attended one full year (two semesters) at the University of Arkansas Fayetteville (minimum 24 credit hours)
At least a minimum of a 2.50 overall cumulative grade point average at the time of application
No student may apply for or hold a Student Aid position while on academic or disciplinary probation
Walton College of Business major
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):
Effective interpersonal, small group, and group conflict resolution and communication skills
Ability to value and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and ages with a variety of personality types
Leadership ability
Ability and willingness to serve as a positive role model
Ability to show pride in the University of Arkansas and the Sam M. Walton College of Business
Ability to work as an effective and productive team member
Ability to have a commitment to excellent customer service
Additional Information:
Graduate students are subject to background checks.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
