Black Student Success Equity Advocate Student Employee, #0250

Oakton College•Des Plaines, IL

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About The Position

Equity Advocates are student leaders who support and represent the Office of Access Equity and Diversity (OAED) and the Center for Campus Inclusion and Diversity (CCID). As student employees within OAED, Equity Advocates work closely with professional staff to use compassion, critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration to support the B.L.A.C.K. Student Success Program (BSSP). Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice, equity, and diversity. Equity Advocates play a vital role in creating meaningful campus employment opportunities for students of color, while gaining hands-on leadership and learning experiences that contribute to their personal growth. Campus Location: Des Plaines & Skokie Length of Employment: December 2025- May 2026 Can a student do homework on this position? Sometimes Hours available : 5-20 hours a week Schedule Flexibility: Some evenings and weekends for special events or workshops. 10am - 2pm 2-6 pm This position has flexible hours.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled at Oakton College in at least six credit hours during the Fall and Spring semester. Employment over the summer is allowed for students taking at least 1 credit class during the summer, or students continuing registration into the following Fall semester.
Can show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
At time of hire a minimum GPA of 2.0 or first semester enrolled at Oakton and be in good academic standing.

Nice To Haves

Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and enjoy working towards shared goals.
Leadership Potential: You have a desire to make a difference and inspire others.
Reliable & Adaptable: You're a dependable team player who can adjust to new situations.
Communication Master: You can clearly express yourself both verbally and in writing.
Sharp Mind: You possess strong critical thinking skills and a knack for problem-solving.
Inclusive Approach: You feel comfortable interacting with people from all walks of life.
Passion in: Social Justice Advocacy, Graphic Design, Social Media Savvy, Event Planning

Responsibilities

Facilitate essential BSSP duties- front desk administrative duties, (i.e. answering phones, receiving visitors, answering student questions, organize and maintaining filing systems (physical and digital), preparing presentations and meeting materials (PF, CD)
Collaborate with SLCI staff & administration on events, critical conversations, activities, etc. (LD, CM)
Administer, collect, and assist in data collection, analysis, and improvement planning. (EI, CT)
Serve as acting ambassador for the Black Student Success Program. (EI, LD)
Assist in the the recruitment of students, pass out flyers, classroom announcement, etc. (LD, CM)
Assist with marketing, promotions, and social media content with the intention of creating campus awareness of BSSP programs, services and resources. (CM)
Support the facilitation of presentations to campus and community members (LD, CM)
Create flyers, newsletters and other graphic materials (CM)
Co-host topic discussions and educational sessions on issues related to the African and Latinx diaspora. (LD, EI)
Engage in identity-based leadership. (LD, EI)
Participate in critical learning opportunities and workshops. (CD, CT)
Read and discuss articles. (CD, CT)