What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee-Visitor Services-Orientation Leader position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202500033ST
Title
Student Employee-Visitor Services-Orientation Leader
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Visitor Services
Division
Division of Enrollment Success
Hours per week
varies
Hiring Rate
$9.00 starting, additional compensation for returning Orientation Leaders/SAMbassadors
Preferred Student Classification
Nature & Purpose of Position
The position of Orientation Leader is an integral part of the success of the Orientation Program at Sam Houston State University. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in the planning and implementation of the Orientation programs
- Act as a resource to incoming students and parents by sharing information about a variety of aspects regarding the Sam Houston community
- Initiate and develop communication with students and family members attending Orientation
- Work with faculty, staff, and administrators to facilitate the success of all aspects of the Orientation program
- Serve as a representative of Sam Houston in a variety of situations
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the Visitor Services full-time staff
Other Requirements for the Position
- Must be enrolled for the Spring 2025, as a full-time student, working towards a Bachelor’s Degree
- Must currently have and maintain a 2.0 grade point average
- Must not have any pending disciplinary actions in the Dean of Students’ Office
- Orientation Leaders must not enroll in more than 6 total credit hours for Summer 2025, only online courses are acceptable
- Must reside in Huntsville during the summer (summer housing provided upon request)
- Must attend all Orientation sessions and Orientation Leader training sessions. Training sessions will be held weekly during the Spring semester (schedule TBD based on availability)
- Must be able to meet the following physical demands during Orientation Events – standing for long periods of time, lifting equipment/supplies, and navigating across campus with large groups of guests.
- Summer housing is available upon request if needed
- MUST be able to work the following dates:
May
Tuesday 20th
Wednesday 21st
Thursday 22nd
Wednesday 21st
Thursday 22nd
June
Thursday 5th
Friday 6th
Thursday 12th
Friday 13th
Wednesday 25th
Thursday 26th
Friday 27th
Friday 6th
Thursday 12th
Friday 13th
Wednesday 25th
Thursday 26th
Friday 27th
July
Thursday 10th
Friday 11th
Friday 18th
Wednesday 23rd
Thursday 24th
Friday 25th
Friday 11th
Friday 18th
Wednesday 23rd
Thursday 24th
Friday 25th
August
Tuesday 12th
Open Date
01/15/2025
Position Number
9N9127-00
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Kaelyn Willis, Student Coordinator
Contact Phone
936-294-2297
Contact Email
kmk026@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Visitor Center, 1st Floor
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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