Hourly Pooled - Cowboy Coach Peer Mentor

University of Wyoming•Laramie, NY

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Student Success & Graduation is expanding its peer mentorship program, which is led by trained peer mentors known as Cowboy Coaches. Cowboy Coaches assist students in finding their community, connecting with campus resources, and achieving their academic objectives. To be eligible for this role, applicants must have successfully completed two full semesters at the University of Wyoming prior to serving as a Cowboy Coach. These positions offer a competitive hourly wage and opportunities for paid professional development. Cowboy Coaches are expected to dedicate approximately 8-15 hours per week throughout the academic year. A key responsibility includes serving as a Poke Pack Leader for Saddle Up, the university's week-long freshman orientation program, where overtime opportunities are available. Additionally, under the guidance of professional staff, Cowboy Coaches collaborate with various campus partners to organize, execute, and support a range of campus events and initiatives. Student Success & Graduation is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its student population. To ensure tailored and effective support, Cowboy Coaches are assigned to specific student cohorts based on their academic programs, aligning with the students' majors and minors. These assignments are determined by the current needs of campus units and programs. Applications are reviewed on a rolling, as-needed basis to align with these evolving requirements. The application process is estimated to take 15 minutes, and applicants are encouraged to use their UW email address. Following submission, candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview via the provided email. Prompt responses to interview scheduling emails are required within one week to secure an interview slot. Failure to respond within this timeframe will be interpreted as a loss of interest in the position.

Requirements

Post high school education in process.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Candidates selected for this position will undergo a thorough reference and background check, which must be completed successfully prior to a formal written offer for employment.
All verbal offers for this position are contingent upon the successful completion of all background and reference reviews.
This opportunity is limited to current students in good standing at UW.
Must have completed two full semesters at UW prior to serving as a Cowboy Coach.