The office of New Student and Transition Programs (NSTP) supports first-years, transfer students, and their families as they transition into the IC community. Orientation Leaders (OLs) play a crucial role within NSTP, working alongside professional staff members to assist with the development, coordination, and implementation of inclusive services and programs at Fall and Spring Orientation.

We encourage students of all backgrounds and experiences to apply as we seek to provide a warm, welcoming, inclusive environment for incoming students at Ithaca College. This high-impact leadership role provides OLs the opportunity to connect with new peers, develop leadership skills and campus knowledge, and share their unique IC experiences. Ongoing training and support are provided to OLs through staff meetings, fall training, and supervision. Orientation Leaders are supervised by the Assistant Director of New Student and Transition Programs. We are looking for a comprehensive and diverse team of 60 new and returning Orientation Leaders who meet the criteria listed below. 

Interested applicants must submit all application materials (a professional resume via this HR Cloud application and this application form, which requires contact info for 2 professional references) by Monday, March 11. 

Responsibilities

• Guide and welcome incoming students and their families to Ithaca College
• Assist with all aspects of orientation including event prep and implementation, escorting students/families and guests around campus, participation in meals and evening/weekend activities, crisis response, and other duties as assigned
• Serve as a reliable, professional, confident, and approachable resource for incoming students and their families
• Facilitate and effectively manage small group discussions and activities with your assigned cohort of incoming students
• Employ anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices and principles throughout all programming and small group facilitation
• Serve as an outstanding student role model by articulating and exemplifying Ithaca College’s academic and community expectations
• Provide feedback to supervisor regarding New Student and Transition Program events, services, and resources in relation to the student experience
• Educate incoming students on academic, social, career, and mental health support services on campus
• Attend and participate in Orientation Leader training
• Adhere to the Office of New Student & Transition Programs policies, the Student Conduct Code, and all national, state, and local laws throughout the duration of your employment

Job Requirements

All candidates must be:

• In good judicial and academic standing (with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 maintained through the spring semester)
• Full-time enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at time of hire through Fall 2024

Employment Details

• All orientation staff will receive comprehensive leadership development training designed to increase knowledge of campus resources, effective communication strategies, leadership tools, crisis management strategies, and to create a high-functioning, cohesive orientation team.
• Fall Orientation Leaders will be paid at an hourly rate of $15 over their two-week employment period

2024 Work Schedule:

• Orientation Staff Meet & Greet: April 29
• Orientation Staff Move-In: August 9
• Orientation Staff Training: August 12–16
• Fall Orientation: August 19–25

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Demonstrate respect for others’ rights, feelings, lifestyles, and diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrate multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and respectful college community
• Proven work ethic, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to present yourself professionally and confidently to students, parents and family members, and campus partners
• Ability to manage stress effectively
• Experience presenting to and/or facilitating groups of 20-25 people a plus
• Experience working directly with people from traditionally marginalized populations a plus

Pay Rate: $ 15.00/hour

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must submit all application materials (a professional resume via this HR Cloud application and this application form, which requires contact info for 2 professional references) by Monday, March 11. 

Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/studentemployment and attach a resume. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Preference will be given to students with Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. For questions, please contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.