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Orientation Leader
Job Description
How to Apply
In addition to completing the online application, upload your resume highlighting both on and off campus involvement.
For support in preparing your resume, we encourage you to leverage the campus career services team. https://umdearborn.edu/office-career-services
Summary
An Orientation Leader (OL) conveys information to new students and their families about programs and services at the University of Michigan-Dearborn through our virtual orientation program. The OL assists with all orientation events and plays a vital role in assisting students in the adjustment to the campus and community. The OL position is an outstanding opportunity for any student interested in gaining leadership skills and enhancing their marketability for future employment opportunities.
For more information, visit: https://umdearborn.edu/admissions/undergraduate/admitted-students/orientation/orientation-leaders
Responsibilities*
- Assist with the implementation and execution of Orientation programs, including Freshman and Transfer Orientation, Wolverine Welcome Day, and other events as needed
- Lead group discussions and icebreaker activities for groups of incoming students
- Assist students with the online registration process
- Provide support to academic units and departments during Orientation
- Facilitate a sense of community among incoming students, and assist them in navigating resources and questions during the orientation process
- Explain UM-Dearborn academics and student engagement opportunities
- Guide incoming students on campus tours
- Assist with event prep work on an as needed basis
- Participate in key events throughout the year, on an as needed basis
- Perform extra duties as needed
Required Qualifications*
- Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate degree-seeking student at UM-Dearborn for Winter 2023 and Fall 2023 semesters
- Must have and maintain a UM-Dearborn GPA of 2.50
- Michigan Pride
- Leadership potential
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Positive, outgoing attitude and solid work ethic
- Desire to work with students, faculty, family, and staff
- Lack of judicial or honors offenses and be in full compliance of Student Code of Conduct
- Problem solving abilities
- Sensitivity to diversity in all forms
- Flexibility in work schedule
Work Schedule
*The hours for this position vary weekly and are dependent on the orientation schedule.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.
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