What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant - ASPIRE Mentor position at Stephen F. Austin University?
This is a student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function. This position is responsible for assisting Student Development and Access Services with the ASPIRE Mentoring Program and Summer Bridge Program to support first-year students in their transition to the university.
Job Duties
1. Mentors assigned students on a bi-weekly basis by providing personalized support and guidance in their first year of college.
2. Participates in the ASPIRE Summer Bridge Program and assists with preparing a cohort of incoming students for their first year of college.
3. Increases mentees’ campus connections through involvement in campus organizations and familiarizing them with campus resources.
4. Assists students with their academic goals and social connections throughout their first year of college.
5. Participates in required training necessary to execute their role in the program.
6. Develops assigned program sessions in coordination with the director.
7. Assists in mentee file and record maintenance.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
1. Knowledge of strategies for success for the first year of college.
2. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
3. Ability to manage one’s own time.
4. Ability to demonstrate good judgment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
6. Ability to communication professionally and courteously with university faculty, staff, and students.
7. Ability to provide enthusiasm and positivity associated with growth mindset.
8. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.
9. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
10. Ability to separate personal situations from the work environment.
11. Ability to identify issues of concern to bring to the attention of the director.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Must be an active student in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher).
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Must be an active student in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher).
Must be able to attend the ASPIRE Staff Retreat on August 16, 2025 and the ASPIRE Summer
Bridge Program August 17-20, 2025.
Must be able to work up to 10 hours per week during the fall and spring semester, plus work all mentoring sponsored events.
Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility
Must be able to work up to 10 hours per week during the fall and spring semester, plus work all mentoring sponsored events.
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SA2025-061
Number of Vacancies
40
Posting Open Date
03/27/2025
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule
Min Pay Rate
$7.50/hour; stipend of $350.00 for August 16-20
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with your Resume and List of References, please submit a written response attached as “Other Document” to one of the scenarios below explaining how you would handle the mentoring situation.
- Scenario 1: One of your mentees is struggling academically and is considering dropping out of SFA. They have expressed feeling overwhelmed and unsure if college is the right path for them. As their mentor, how would you approach this situation? What steps would you take to support and encourage them while also connecting them to appropriate resources?
- Scenario 2: You notice that one of your mentees is disengaged from the program. They rarely respond to your messages, don’t attend ASPIRE events, and seem uninterested in connecting with you or other mentees. How would you handle this situation to re-engage them in the program while being mindful of their personal circumstances?
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link
https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12813
Department Information
Department
Student Development & Access Svcs
Contact Name
Ja'Von Long
Contact Phone
(936)468-5177
Contact Email
JaVon.Long@sfasu.edu
Contact Information
Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- List of References
- Other Document
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