What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Help - Outreach Student Ambassador position at Lower Columbia College?
The Outreach department is seeking a Student Ambassador. Student Ambassadors are assigned a high school in the LCC Service Area with the goal of gaining familiarity with prospective students and serving as a role model of what student success at LCC can look like.
Will work 10-15 hours per week.
Note: This position is limited to 19 hours per week and accrues 1 hour of non-compensable sick leave for every 40 hours worked.Â
Note:Â Please be advised that the pay for this position will increase in January 2025.Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.
Application Procedure and Requirements
An Online Application Must Be Completed For Consideration. Paper Submissions Or Emailed Materials Will Not Be Accepted. A Complete Application Must Also Include The Following Documents (attached Or In The Online Application Itself)
Conditions of Employment
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.Â
Anticipated Start Date
LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.Â
Will work 10-15 hours per week.
Note: This position is limited to 19 hours per week and accrues 1 hour of non-compensable sick leave for every 40 hours worked.Â
Note:Â Please be advised that the pay for this position will increase in January 2025.Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Tours - via Zoom and in-person
- Attending high school and community events as a representative of LCC (most likely with an Outreach staff member), such as:
- College Fairs and Application events
- "Pie & Apply"
- Ask Me Anything about LCC
- The annual Hispanic Health & Resource Fair
- Financial Aid support events/nights
- Â Projects such as: Supporting the Summer Bridge Program and Men of Color Conference
- Creating informational brochures/fliers
- Data entry
- Calls & texts to current and prospective students
- Planning student-oriented events
- Finals Survival Bags
- Comfortable on the phone, online and in front of groups
- Comfortable with technology (Zoom, video conferencing, etc.) and/or willing to learn
- Have a passion for helping others
- Work well as part of a team and independently
- Adaptable to different working environments
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- Meet minimum academic requirements
- Enrolled in a minimum of 6-10 credits each quarter
- At least 1 quarter completed at LCC (preferred but not required)
- Maintain 2.8 Cumulative GPA or above and stay in good Academic Standing each quarter
- Available to work at least 10 hours per week, in at least 2-3-hour blocks
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends
- Work study eligible through financial aid (not required)
- Available to attend a student leadership conference September 4th-6th 2024 at Green River College. All costs are covered by ASLCC
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
- Learn more on our Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.Â
- The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.
- The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply. Â
LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.
Application Procedure and Requirements
An Online Application Must Be Completed For Consideration. Paper Submissions Or Emailed Materials Will Not Be Accepted. A Complete Application Must Also Include The Following Documents (attached Or In The Online Application Itself)
- Resume
- Cover Letter (Letter of Interest)
- Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
Conditions of Employment
- If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Â Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.Â
Anticipated Start Date
LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.Â