Student Worker: Umpqua Student Leader

Umpqua Student Leader

The position of Umpqua Student Leader is open until filled so we can find the ideal candidates for our amazing team. There are three (3) vacancies for this position. Are you looking to lead, serve, learn, and earn? If so, then this opportunity is the right one for you! Umpqua Student Leaders gain valuable leadership experience through student engagement. Together, you will make a difference on campus. As a Student Worker in the position of Umpqua Student Leader, you will be essential to Student Services and Campus Life. Umpqua Student Leaders are frontline assistants and engagement personnel, helping students and guests navigate campus, offices, departments, services and events. They represent student interests, needs, and well-being within the college community and send feedback to the Student Advisory Council. These students represent the "face of UCC" and connect persons to resources, troubleshoot academic and non-academic issues, and encourage peers to be actively engaged with the College. Student Leaders plan and organize student events and activities and may work in various locations such as the Information Desk, US offices, Umpqua Resource Hub, Advising, or any Student Services office.

Reasons to work here:

• Fun, innovative atmosphere
• Ability to transform lives and enrich communities
• Opportunity to work with helpful, caring, and friendly coworkers
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Beautiful Rural Campus

The Douglas County community through UCC is building upon 50+ years of rich academic experiences and lives changed through higher education. We are a student-centered, positive working environment that thrives on innovation. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who interacts with our campus feels included, valued, and inspired to fulfill our mission to transform lives and enrich communities.

Umpqua Community College is located in beautiful Southern Oregon between the mountains of the Cascade Range to the east and the Coastal Range to the west. Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are a short car ride away and the town is surrounded on all sides by the amazing Umpqua River for fishing and water sports. The area is also home to over 40 wineries and many breweries with a bustling downtown. Roseburg has everything you'd want from a small town and has easy access to the bigger cities of Portland and Eugene by jumping on I-5. Roseburg has live-ability, a friendly feel and is ready to be home to your next career and family adventure.

Qualifications

• Education: Current UCC full-time student with a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher and no disciplinary record.
• Experience: Knowledge of student services, campus resources, and student activities.
• Be in good financial standing with the college.
• Computer/Software, people skills, etc.
• Ability to work with diverse students and visitors without judgement.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Possess strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Be able to handle confidential information and materials with discretion.
• Phone etiquette.

Supplemental Information

Special instructions to applicants: For full consideration applicants must submit with their application all of the following:

1. A cover letter which addresses your interest in Umpqua Community College and how you would excel in this position.
2. Current resume that includes educational and professional work experience.
3. A list of 3 professional references listing contact information including email address.

Veteran's Preference Statement: Umpqua Community College provides employment preference to qualified veterans in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Required Documentation:

• Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Released or Discharged from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or
• Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs including receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans Disability Preference Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Resources:

• Request military service records:
• Veterans Preference information:

Statement of Equal Opportunity: UCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws. Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval.