Orientation Leader

About the Organization
At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county.

What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession.


We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation.


Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

Description


Job Title: Orientation Leader

Department: Student Activities and Engagement


Reports to (title): Coordinator of Student Activities and Engagement

Status -- Exempt ___ non-exempt _____X__


Position Status -- FT_ PT X Temp___


Hours: (include if evening or weekends or attendance at functions are required)


Monday to Friday: yes Hours: vary depending on activities


Evenings: yes as needed Weekends: yes as needed


**Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:


Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.


Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.


Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.


Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other supervisors, coworkers, customers, vendors, agencies, etc.


Must be available the entire week beginning with July 6th for training sessions as well as subsequent orientation sessions on July 16th, July 30th, August 13th, and August 27th.


Position purpose

Orientation Leaders, (OLs), are student leaders trained to help introduce newly admitted students to the various programs, services, and opportunities available at Vaughn College. The role is to support peers in their successful transition to Vaughn college.


Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

Participate in the training program prior to orientation.


Assist in all tasks required of the overall orientation program.


Serve as a student or parent leader for orientation, this includes providing correct information as well as having good listening skills when interacting with both students and parents in additional to faculty, staff, and administrators.


Be comfortable interacting with parents and students individually, as well as being an active and productive member of the team (including, but not limited to administrators, faculty and staff).


Organize and staff the check-in desk each day of orientation.


Welcome each students and family as they arrive on campus for orientation.


Facilitate the student activities throughout the day; develop a working relationship with your co-leaders; be attentive to the needs of the individual students in the group.


Present yourself as a positive and knowledgeable member of Vaughn College.


Arrive on time to all events- including trainings, meetings, orientation days and meals.


Assist with coordination of social and education programming during the first six (6) weeks of the semester.


Complete all other duties as assigned.


*Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience Requirements

Must be a full-time college student


Be in good academic standing (minimum GPA of 2.0)


Professional Skills

Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills


Have the ability to work well with a diverse group of people


Ability to understand and effectively communicate the mission of Vaughn College


Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills


Reasoning Ability

Ability to understand and follow directions


Ability to resolve conflict among students


Work environment and physical functions

This position is located generally in an office environment. Generally, an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees.


Preferred:

Bilingual is a plus.


****Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. ****


Compensation

The compensation for this position is expected to be paid by a $1,350 stipend and room/board($595 meal plan & $1140 room)

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Salary

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


This position is currently accepting applications.