OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on campus position is student-centered to provide high quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.

MISSION: As North Dakota's Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education, improving lives and building sustainable communities.

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Hours per Week: 3-4

SUMMARY OF POSITION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for assisting peers with disabilities and/or medical conditions as they acclimate, navigate, and experience college life at Bismarck State College (BSC). Promote the development of self-reliance, self- determination, and self-advocacy skills. Activities may include in-class academic support, homework and studying sessions, social events, recreational opportunities, weekly planning, and/or volunteer service-learning activities.

Duties:

• Maintain scheduled hours.
• Assist peers to help foster a successful transition to the college environment.
• Plan and enjoy activities with peers. Activities will vary based on the needs of the peer.
• Attend mentor trainings and meetings.
• Complete Peer Mentor Feedback Forms after scheduled activities with a student peer.

• Current student at BSC
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to participate in BSC campus events and community events
• Academic and study skills if assigned to assist a peer with in-class or academic supports
• Criminal history record check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Continuously-66-100%-Sit, talk or hear.
• Frequently-34-65%-Stand, walk, or use hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel).
• Ocassionally-1-33%-Reach with hands and arms. Lift up to 25 pounds.

• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0
• Experience working with people who have diverse needs
• Experience serving as a peer mentor in an academic setting

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

For more information or assistance contact: Human Resources (701) 224-5531. This position requires a criminal history record check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.