What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orientation Leader-Student position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Information
Position Title
Orientation Leader-Student
Academic Year
Summer 2025
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
Orientation Leaders play a vital role in assisting new students at UIW with their transition to life at the University. OLs provide information about campus resources, help new students navigate campus, and share the mission with all incoming Cardinals. Orientation Leader reports to Assistant Director of Campus Events.
Essential Functions
- Walk students and families to various offices around campus.
- Assist with set up and tear down of orientation events.
- Meet, greet, and mingle with new students, parents, and guests.
- Answer repetitive questions while maintaining a friendly and customer service attitude.
- Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Dedication and enthusiasm in welcoming new students and families to UIW.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Dependable and responsible in job tasks and assignments.
- Abitity to show respect for self and others.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Strong Cardinal spirit and pride for UIW.
Required Education
Must be enrolled at UIW for Fall 2025 semester.
Required Work Experience
Previous customer service experience.
Preferred Qualifications
None.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
- 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on training days.
- 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on orientation days.
Physical Demands
Must be able to conduct a walking tour of campus (often walking for up to one hour), stand for extended periods of time, lift around 20-25 pounds, withstand summer weather conditions.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
STU1358PO
Number of Vacancies
12
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Students
Desired Start Date
04/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
09/01/2025
Reports to
Assistant Director of Campus Events
Salary
$12/hr
Open Date
02/04/2025
Close Date
05/30/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Salary : $12
