Housing Ambassador Coordinator

Job Description

St. Olaf College Student Employee Job Description

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.

Job Title : Housing Ambassador Coordinator for Residence Life

Classification : Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer : St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

Department Name : Office of Residence Life

Job Year : 2024-2025 Academic Year

Hours / week : 12-20 hrs

Time commitments : Variety of hours, averaging 12-20 per week. Office hours and events are during the week (regular business hours), after hours, and on weekends.

Number of available positions : 1

Appropriate for incoming / first-year students? : Yes

Contact Person / Supervisor : Christopher L Medley

Contact email : medley1@stolaf.edu

Standard Salary :

Description / Purpose of the Position : This position serves as a peer communication resource to residents and support for the Residence Life Team. Understanding the unique blend of skills and qualities that empower an individual in the role of a brand ambassador is critical to fostering effective brand representation. These individuals not only carry a sense of responsibility towards the brands they partner with, but also embody traits like adaptability and knowledgeability that set them apart as influential promoters in today's ever-evolving market landscape.

Skills Needed :

• Knowledge of marketing, branding, and communications.
• Study to understand the needs of college-age students, residents of St.Olaf College, and student supporters, i.e., families.
• Comfortability with social media, specifically, FaceBook, Twitter, and Instagram.
• Excellent communication skills : verbal and written.
• Ability to address conflict and challenges within the public in a meaningful manner.
• Relatability : Ability to share personal stories of life at St.Olaf College. The staff member must be able to understand and communicate the connection between residence life, on-campus living, and the college experience.
• Flexible and adaptable communication and engagement delivery to the space, and targeted audience.

Management Role :

Responsibilities for this Position :

Qualifications / Experience : Although previous work experience is not required, applicants are expected to provide a presentation during their interview demonstrating their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the role.

Hiring Timeline :

Application will be reviewed for formal interview offering until all positions are filled.

Physical and Environmental Factors

Indicate frequency required in a typical shift for this position.)

Physical Activity

N / A

Rarely

Occasionally Frequently Continually

Sitting

Standing stationary

Walking / traversing

Crouching (bending at knees)

Kneeling / crawling

Stooping (bending at waist)

Twisting / pivoting

Climbing / balancing

Reaching overhead

Grasping / handling

Pushing / pulling

Lifting / carrying (

Lifting / carrying (

Repetitive motions (constant for 15 mins; typing, etc.)

Driving

X Sensory Activity

N / A

Rarely

Occasionally Frequently Continually

Talking in person / on phone

Hearing in person / on phone

Vision for close work

Vision for distance or depth

Distinguishing color

Feeling by touch

Loud noise (need raised voice to be heard)

X Environmental Exposures

N / A

Rarely

Occasionally Frequently Continually

Respiratory (dust / gas / fumes / steam / odors / poor ventilation)

Chemicals (includes solvents and oils)

Vibrations (exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body)

Wet or humid conditions (indoor)

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Proximity hazards (moving mechanical

parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, etc.)

Heights or cramped quarters

Protective equipment required (mask, gloves, eyewear, ear plugs, steel toe shoes, respirator)

Travel : 0% of time Operate Hand Tools : Yes X No Operate Equipment / Machinery : Yes X No

Required Dress Attire : Business Casual Business FormalUniform X Other : Relaxed / Informal Attire Comments :

About Us

Who We Are :

Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential, coeducational liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of culturally rich and diverse Minneapolis and St. Paul.

The college offers an academically rigorous, nationally ranked liberal arts education that fosters the development of the whole person in mind, body, and spirit and emphasizes learning in an inclusive and globally engaged community. We encourage applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and the enrichment of our diverse community.

The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% retirement match, monthly contributions to a retirement healthcare account, contributions to eligible employees' health savings accounts, a significant tuition discount (up to an 80% reduction) at ACM and ELCA colleges and universities for employees' children, and generous paid time off. For a full review of the college's benefits, please see the summary of our benefits here : https : / / wp.stolaf.edu / hr / benefits /

To provide a safe and secure educational environment, St. Olaf College verifies the accuracy of all credentials presented by applicants and conducts a criminal background check on every new hire.

A summary of the Flexible Work Policy for staff : https : / / wp.stolaf.edu / hr / flexible-work-policy /

A link to our DEI page : https : / / wp.stolaf.edu / equity-inclusion /

A virtual campus tour : https : / / www.stolaf.edu / multimedia / play / ?p=483

An overview of Northfield : https : / / wp.stolaf.edu / admissions / visit / northfield /

An overview of the Twin Cities : https : / / wp.stolaf.edu / admissions / visit / twincities /

The college strongly recommends that incoming students and new employees complete the primary COVID vaccine series before beginning their studies or work on campus, and that all members of our campus community remain up to date with COVID vaccines, per CDC guidance.

For Staff Application Assistance :

employment@stolaf.edu

507-786-3068

For Faculty Application Assistance :

facultysearch@stolaf.edu

507-786-3356

Nondiscrimination Policy

St. Olaf College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance. St. Olaf College prohibits discrimination and harassment based upon these and any other legally protected status in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admissions and employment.

Inquiries about this nondiscrimination policy may be referred to St. Olaf College's Director of Equal Opportunity, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. St. Olaf's Director of Equal Opportunity (who serves as the College's Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 Coordinator) is Pamela McDowell, Tomson Hall, mcdowell@stolaf.edu, (507) 786-3465.