Orientation Worker - COEHP (Two Open Positions)

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Closing Date : 03 / 15 / 2025

Type of Position : Clerical

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Temporary (Fixed Term)

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Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department : Advising Orientation

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Summary of Job Duties :

The Orientation Worker will serve as a member of the Boyer Center for Student Services (BCSS) staff during summer orientation and assist in the registration process under the supervision of the COEHP Orientation professional staff.

The Orientation Worker will assist with the implementation and evaluation of the college portion of New Student Orientation, specifically in registration under the supervision of BCSS staff; work as a paraprofessional in presenting and distributing information to new students and family members; initiate and develop open communication and interaction with students and family members attending New Student Orientation; work productively and cooperatively with all members of the University community to effectively implement the New Student Orientation program; serve as a positive role model and ambassador on behalf of the University of Arkansas and COEHP; participate in every COEHP Summer Orientation Session; perform any additional duties as assigned by the Director or as necessitated by the job.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Attended one full year (two semesters) at the University of Arkansas Fayetteville (minimum 24 credit hours) OR completed at least six graduate credit hours at the University of Arkansas Fayetteville at time of application

At least a minimum of a 2.50 overall cumulative grade point average at the time of application

No student may apply for or hold a Student Aide position while on academic or disciplinary probation

Preferred Qualifications :

COEHP major students

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs) :

Effective interpersonal, small group, and group conflict resolution and communication skills

Creativity and resourcefulness skills

Ability to have a sense of responsibly

Ability to have a positive attitude

Ability to have a commitment to excellent customer services

Ability to value and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds with a variety of personality types

Ability to work as an effective and productive team member

Leadership ability

Ability to be flexible

Ability to commitment to a high standard of personal values and a code of ethics

Ability to take Initiative

Ability to have a strong work ethic

Ability to be punctual

Ability to have tolerance

Ability to be self-confident

Ability to be diplomatic in all situations

Ability and willingness to serve as a positive role model

Ability to have pride in the University of Arkansas

Ability and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done

Additional Information :

Graduate students are subjected to background checks.

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Special Instructions to Applicants :

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and / or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

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Frequent Physical Activity :

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Occasional Physical Activity :

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