First Year Mentor

First Year Mentor
Department: Student Affairs
Location: Columbia, MO
Type: Student Employment, Part-time
Pay: $15 per hour (Pay range may vary based on geographic location)

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Summary:

Students can become First Year Mentors (FYM) to help freshmen ease into academic and collegiate life. FYMs help new students connect with faculty, staff and resources available on campus. Being an FYM can be a catalyst for personal growth and enrichment while providing you with a rewarding leadership opportunity. The mentor positions are paraprofessional positions within the Division of Student Affairs. The Senior Coordinator for Campus Life supervises FYMs. FYM appointments begin in March with Quest Day events and extend through the end of the fall semester in December. FYMs serve approximately 120 hours over the course of their paid employment.

Essential Functions:

• Perform job duties in accordance with Columbia College's vision, mission and values, and contributes to the development of the Student Affairs Department.
• The student must demonstrate enthusiasm, punctuality, reliability and excellent organizational and communication skills; have the ability to trouble-shoot and problem-solve.
• Perform duties in accordance with Columbia College's vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborate with Foundations faculty to assist in the facilitation of course curriculum.
• Meet with the Foundations coordinator and faculty on a regular basis.
• Return to campus 7 to 9 days prior to the fall semester for training and event preparation.
• Facilitate and assess Welcome Week programs mandated for Foundations students.
• Coordinate and implement half-hour long, one-on-one meetings with each student enrolled in the FYM's assigned Foundation class outside of class time to provide support.
• Help recruit and train students for the FYM program.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Want to positively impact and encourage student success
• Be able to perform job duties, including returning to campus 7 to 9 days prior to the start of the fall semester
• Be enrolled full time on the traditional campus in Columbia, Missouri

Requirements:

• Ability to fluently read, write, and understand the English language.
• Proficiency with the following, but not limited to: active listening; speaking; writing; critical thinking; judgment and decision making; monitoring; reading comprehension; time management; coordination; and management of personnel resources.
• Proficiency for using a variety of computer and technology-related software and equipment, including Microsoft Office products and database systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with or without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crawl. The employee must lift, carry and move a minimum of pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to type on a computer keyboard and use a computer monitor on a frequent and regular basis.


Work Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.


This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position.

Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The college maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall, fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone


The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. The information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credit history, driving history, and criminal history of public record.


Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.


Columbia College is an equal opportunity employer.


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