Salary : $13.20 Hourly

Location : Roseburg, OR

Job Type : Student

Job Number : 2023-00288

Department : Student Employment

Opening Date : 08 / 08 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

PEER NAVIGATOR (POOL)

Student Worker

The position of Peer Navigator is a pooled position and applications will be reviewed on an as needed, on-going basis.

Are you someone who is organized and innovative? A self-starter who is motivated, positive, and has a strong desire to help others?

If yes, then this is the position for you!

As a Student Worker in the position of Peer Navigator, you will be essential to Student Services. Peer Navigators are the frontline assistants, either in person or via phone, helping students and guests navigate campus, offices, departments, and / or services.

These students connect persons to resources, troubleshoot academic and non-academic issues, and encourage peers to be actively engaged with the College.

Peer Navigators provide administrative support to all departments within Student Services and may work in various locations such as the Information Desk, Testing Center, Accessibility Services, may provide campus tours for Admissions, or work in any other office for administrative support for Student Services.

REVIEW THE JOB DESCRIPTION HERE :

We need a student worker that understands the importance of their role. If you are looking to gain experience, knowledge and skills that you can apply towards your career, while making a positive impact in a professional environment.

REASONS TO WORK HERE

Fun, innovative atmosphere

Ability to transform lives and enrich communities

Opportunity to work with helpful, caring, and friendly coworkers

Professional Development Opportunities

Beautiful Rural Campus

The Douglas County community through UCC is building upon 50 years of rich academic experiences and lives changed through higher education.

We are a student-centered, positive working environment that thrives on innovation. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who interacts with our campus feels included, valued, and inspired to fulfill our mission to transform lives and enrich communities.

Umpqua Community College is located in beautiful Southern Oregon between the mountains of the Cascade Range to the east and the Coastal Range to the west.

Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are a short car ride away and the town is surrounded on all sides by the amazing Umpqua River for fishing and water sports.

The area is also home to over 40 wineries and many breweries with a bustling downtown. Roseburg has everything you'd want from a small town and has easy access to the bigger cities of Portland and Eugene by jumping on I-5.

Roseburg has live-ability, a friendly feel and is ready to be home to your next career and family adventure. To learn more about our amazing community, click here :

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS :

Required Qualifications :

• Education : Current UCC full-time student with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher; completion of at least 30 credits is highly preferred.
• Experience : Knowledge of student services, campus resources, and student activities.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS :

For full consideration applicants must submit with their application all of the following :

• A cover letter which addresses your interest in Umpqua Community College and how you would excel in this position;
• Current resume that includes educational and professional work experience;
• A list of 3 professional references listing contact information including email address;

VETERANS PREFERENCE Umpqua Community College Honors Veterans Preference

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Umpqua Community College in accordance with ORS 408.

225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required

• Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215)
• or...
• Letter from the US Department of Veterans' Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website.

If you wish to self-identify under Section 503 as an individual with a disability, please provide this information by completing Department of Labor Form CC-305 available at www.dol.gov.

Statement of Equal Opportunity Umpqua Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard for race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, handicaps or veterans status.

This policy affirms UCC's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all vestiges of discriminatory practices that might exist.

Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval.

Oregon Basic Sick Leave

Gain experience while attending school

Put knowledge to a practical use

Build a network to help in your career

Have you reviewed the Supplemental Information section of this job posting and have you attached all required documentation, including any applicable required documentation for Veteran's Preference?

Please note that missing documents will disqualify your application and it will be marked as incomplete)

Do you meet and / or exceed the minimum qualifications for this position?

Have you reviewed the full job description for this position via the link in the posting?

UCC employees must work and reside in the State of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the State of Oregon by the start date of this position?

Required Question

Last updated : 2024-04-23