Welcome Team Orientation Leader

Indiana State University•Terre Haute, IN

54d•$15

About The Position

The Office of New Sycamore Orientation (NSO) seeks enthusiastic, outgoing, and knowledgeable students to help welcome and support our new incoming Sycamores! Welcome Team Orientation Leader should be ready to learn, lead, be challenged, grow, and serve the Indiana State community. Orientation Leaders are expected to work together through relationship building, leadership development, and institutional knowledge training. Orientation Leaders will work alongside professional, graduate and undergraduate staff, and collaborate with campus partners to create a positive and informative experience for new Sycamores and their family members. They will gain skills in areas including, but not limited to: Leadership, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Group Facilitation, Goal Setting, and Conflict Management. If approved, the Welcome Team Orientation Leader Internship has the opportunity for academic credit.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Able to adapt to change
Able to learn and retain information
Able to multitask
Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner
Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions
Able to work both independently and collaboratively
Able to work carefully and politely around others
Able to work well with others
Attention to detail
Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent public speaking skills
Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals
Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven verbal and written communication skills
Willing to interact with students
Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required
Work effectively with a diverse community

Responsibilities

Serve as a positive representative of Indiana State on a broad range of topics including both academic and co-curricular experiences
Provide general administrative assistance to professional and graduate staff in the operations of New Sycamore Orientation
Actively participate in spring and summer training sessions
Lead an orientation group (both students and families); motivate and assist students and families during virtual or in-person sessions and activities
Facilitate small and large groups of incoming students on college transitional issues
Provide student perspective to family members
Introduce students and families to Indiana State support services and resources
Serve as a point-of-contact during the months of June - August to answer student questions
Work in both a structured and flexible work environment
Work closely, collaboratively, and cooperatively with New Sycamore Orientation (NSO) professional and graduate staff, as well as campus partners
Effectively address behaviors of concerns in students, families/guests, and fellow team members
For Orientation Leader Internships - If approved, register and successfully complete the appropriate internship course to receive academic credit