What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Pathways Peer Advisor position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Student Pathways Peer Advisor
Requisition Number
H01164P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Minimum 15 hours a week
Months per year
12
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$12.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Student Pathways Peer Advisor will assist with campus-wide retention and student initiatives and help new students transition to the University.
Typical work hours fall within the hours of 8-5 Monday through Friday. Some evening hours and Saturdays may be required. The Student Pathways Unit operates 12 months of the year. Staff in this position assist with orientation events during the summer semester.
Roles and Responsibilities
Retention and Student Initiatives
Administrative Duties
New Student Orientation and Weber Welcome
Typical work hours fall within the hours of 8-5 Monday through Friday. Some evening hours and Saturdays may be required. The Student Pathways Unit operates 12 months of the year. Staff in this position assist with orientation events during the summer semester.
Roles and Responsibilities
Retention and Student Initiatives
- Communicating with admitted, continuing, and returning students.
- Connecting with students via drop-ins to the area front desk, information tables, phone, email, and text to address concerns and answer questions about services, opportunities, or needs
- Refer the student to appropriate Weber State services or departments
- Following up on student concerns
- Set advising appointments for Advisors
- Other duties as assigned
Administrative Duties
- Meet deadlines for assigned projects
- Adhere to assigned timelines and work schedule
- Logging and tracking mentoring work
- Ability to learn and use Banner, Starfish, Microsoft Suite, and Google Suite
- Data entry of student information
- Other duties as assigned
New Student Orientation and Weber Welcome
- Assist and support the preparation and implementation of all aspects of the Weber Welcome and Wildcat Supporter Orientation, which could include but is not limited to packing items for new students, answering questions, calling new students, leading group discussions, participating in breakout sessions, etc.…
- Engage in conversation while encouraging and inspiring incoming students
- Facilitate engaging group tours and discussions to inform new students about campus resources and policies
- Represent Weber State University and demonstrate professionalism, respect, and positive customer service to all program attendees.
- Lifting and carrying of objects under 25 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Current Weber State University full-time (12 credits ) degree-seeking student
- Must be in good academic standing by maintaining at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Must be in good conduct standing, having no pending or active conduct cases at the time of application through the end of employment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Demonstrate a commitment to promoting an environment in which all students and staff are welcome and heard
- Prior involvement in campus clubs, organizations, or other campus roles such as Peer Coach or Student Ambassador
- Preference will be given to students with at least one or more school years completed.
- Banner, Starfish, Microsoft, and Google background and knowledge
- Strong excitement for Weber State University
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/26/2025
Review Date
02/28/2025
Job Close Date
04/21/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/13574
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume, the contact information for three references, and a cover letter.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Salary : $12
