What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Leadership Educator position at Ohio University and Careers?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applications received prior to February 7th, 2026 are eligible to begin work in Spring Semester of 2026. For Fall Semester of 2026 eligibility, please apply by March 27th, 2026.
Please note that applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.
Please note that applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.
Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Peer Leadership Educator
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received prior to February 7th, 2026 are eligible to begin work in Spring Semester of 2026. For Fall Semester of 2026 eligibility, please apply by March 27th, 2026.
Please note that applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.
Please note that applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.
Posting Number
20161693STD
Department Summary
Peer Leadership Educators (PLE) engage the Ohio University student community in
leadership development through peer-driven training sessions and coaching. The
Center for Student Engagement and Leadership (CSEL) is striving to make
leadership development accessible for all Ohio University students, with a focus on
the awareness, development, and articulation of core leadership competencies and
their application to good citizenship and meaningful work. PLEs will lead trainings,
retreats, and workshops. All work will be done in collaboration with the Executive
Director and Associate Director of Student Leadership in the Center for Student
Engagement and Leadership. The CSEL is seeking motivated leaders who are
excited about defining their personal leadership skills and engaging the Ohio
University student body in new leadership opportunities. This position is open to all
Ohio University undergraduate students.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Create and facilitate leadership workshops and presentations weekly for the
campus community
- Engage in leadership coaching with CSEL staff
- Facilitate weekend leadership development retreats
- Assist in development and delivery of leadership peer coaching program
- Participate in mandatory training and personal leadership development prior
to facilitating leadership training programs
- Attend ongoing training and professional development through staff meetings
and supervision
- Keep organized files and records of training requests, presentations and pre
and post assessments
- Promote Leadership trainings to the campus community
- Evenings and weekends required
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits of this position:
- Define personal leadership style and gain new leadership skills
- Public speaking and communication skills
- Teamwork and relationship building
- Problem solving
- Creation and facilitation of presentations to diverse audiences
- Continuous engagement in leadership training and professional development
- Event management and facilitation
- Customer service skills
- Goal setting
- Conflict management
- Engagement with the Ohio university student body and Athens community
Job Profile
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Offers academic and/or well-being support to fellow students, helping them navigate academic, social, or personal challenges. Responsibilities may include providing peer counseling, resources, and referrals to other campus services.
Level Summary
Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.
Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility.
Problem Solving:
Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.
Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior leadership experience- in your community, with an OHIO student
organization, at work, with a non-OHIO organization, etc.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to display professionalism when dealing with the campus community
- and fellow CSEL employees
- Time management skills
- Communication skills, both verbal and written
- Adaptable, motivated, creative
- Ability to collaborate and work autonomously
- Flexibility to work an unstructured schedule each week/weekend during the
- academic year
- Leadership training experience
- Presentation and program facilitation experience
- Public speaking experience
Working Condition/Physical Demands:
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. This role also requires attendance and facilitation of workshops for groups of varying sizes
Department
VP For Student Affairs
Pay Rate
$13/hr
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Posting Open Date
01/29/2026
Posting End Date
03/27/2026
Job Category
Student Hourly
Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
10 hours/week
Campus
Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
moscouver@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type
Part-Time
Job Level
STUDENT
Job Family
Student Hourly Employee
Job Sub Family
Peer Support Specialist
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- References
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