SE Career Services Peer Advisor

University of Richmond

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Peer Advisors (PAs) are full-time undergraduate students who serve as a bridge between Career Services and the UR student population. PAs support the mission of Career Services by expanding the office’s ability to support students through career advising, workshop facilitation, and project-based and administrative work. The Peer Advisor plays a vital role by using excellent communication skills while delivering accurate information to campus constituents and the public. This position also serves as the first point of contact in the Career Services office and assists with administrative work at our front desk. Being a Peer Advisor in Career Services will give you the opportunity to serve as a leader among your peers, assist and teach other students, work professionally with Career Services staff, gain first-hand knowledge of Career Services connections and resources, and add great experience to your resume. The majority of the Peer Advisor role occurs during traditional business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm). Peer Advisors must be available a minimum of 8 hours per week. Average workload is 8-15 hours per week, and we will work around your class schedule. These hours will encompass the following: Staffing the office front desk and drop-in advising (about 4-6 hours) Facilitating 1-2 workshops per semester and meeting for workshop preparation Attending monthly meetings with supervisor and weekly staff meetings Working on various projects and attending campus events on behalf of Career Services as needed This position is only open to undergraduate students at the University of Richmond.

Requirements

Good judicial standing
Ability to meet deadlines and ask for help when needed
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to connect and engage in individual and group settings
Excellent professional written and verbal communication
Ability to work as a leader and follower, depending on the situation
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate strong judgement
Knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Gmail, Google Drive, Canva; ability to learn new technology
Ability to effectively present and teach content to a large group
Effective time management, attention to detail, and a demonstrated strong work ethic
Outstanding initiative, motivation, problem-solving skills, and passion for helping others
Superb team player who is flexible and adaptable
Demonstrated care and concern for students of all backgrounds and interests

Responsibilities

Learn and educate students on Career Services resources, including resources for career funding opportunities such as the Career Opportunity Fund and UR Summer Fellowships
Attend regular trainings, weekly team meetings, and supervision meetings throughout the semester
Mentor students one-on-one on topics such as resume and cover letter review and basic career guidance
Assist students, employers, and visitors by directing them to appropriate resources and staff members
Troubleshoot and resolve student and alumni issues regarding platforms such as Handshake and VMock
Receive phone calls and messages in a professional manner; Provide resources, solutions, and support
Support administrative functions, including appointment scheduling, program reservations, data entry, updating manuals and handouts, and managing daily office tasks.
Facilitate, edit, and create new workshops on foundational topics such as resumes, interviewing, etc.
Assume responsibility for office when staff members are not present
Represent Career Services through engagement with student organizations, classes, and campus events on topics such as Resume Ready requirement, Introduction to Career Services, Technology Overview
Other duties and projects as assigned