What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Peer Leader – Specialist II (P/T) position at Salt Lake Community College?
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.
Job Summary
TRIO SSS seeks students interested in supporting TRIO SSS participants as a mentor and peer leader. Our goal is to provide a productive, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment that will guide students toward study practices, success strategies and aides that help them excel both inside and outside of college. Peer leader responsibilities are being able to answer general student questions, attending peer leader meetings and trainings, understanding details of each TRIO program at SLCC, perform outreach, provide customer service, facilitating workshops/activities, and other duties as assigned, do research.
This position will be available on July 6, 2026.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Assist with outreach and recruitment/tabling efforts for the TRIO SSS Program.
Support workshops, orientations, campus events, and student engagement activities.
Contact students through phone calls, emails, text messages, and other approved communication methods. Help maintain student records and program documentation while ensuring confidentiality.
Provide referrals to campus resources and services as appropriate.
Assist with social media, marketing materials, and program promotions.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
Support front desk operations and general office duties as assigned.
Represent TRIO SSS professionally and inclusively.
Participate in TRIO SSS research
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications Current or former participant of the TRIO Student Support Services Program. Experience in leadership, mentoring, tutoring, customer service, or student engagement activities. Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.
Knowledge of campus resources and student support services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to engage and motivate fellow students.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success.
Working Conditions Office and campus-based work environment.
Frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Occasional evening or weekend events may be required.
Maximum of 20 hours per week.
Minimum Qualifications
Be able to use Microsoft suite.
SLCC Information
Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000 students pursuing degrees in 100 programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.
Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.
Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.
All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.
Job Summary
TRIO SSS seeks students interested in supporting TRIO SSS participants as a mentor and peer leader. Our goal is to provide a productive, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment that will guide students toward study practices, success strategies and aides that help them excel both inside and outside of college. Peer leader responsibilities are being able to answer general student questions, attending peer leader meetings and trainings, understanding details of each TRIO program at SLCC, perform outreach, provide customer service, facilitating workshops/activities, and other duties as assigned, do research.
This position will be available on July 6, 2026.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Assist with outreach and recruitment/tabling efforts for the TRIO SSS Program.
Support workshops, orientations, campus events, and student engagement activities.
Contact students through phone calls, emails, text messages, and other approved communication methods. Help maintain student records and program documentation while ensuring confidentiality.
Provide referrals to campus resources and services as appropriate.
Assist with social media, marketing materials, and program promotions.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
Support front desk operations and general office duties as assigned.
Represent TRIO SSS professionally and inclusively.
Participate in TRIO SSS research
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications Current or former participant of the TRIO Student Support Services Program. Experience in leadership, mentoring, tutoring, customer service, or student engagement activities. Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.
Knowledge of campus resources and student support services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to engage and motivate fellow students.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success.
Working Conditions Office and campus-based work environment.
Frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Occasional evening or weekend events may be required.
Maximum of 20 hours per week.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current SLCC Student
- Must qualify for federal work-study
- Have and maintain a GPA of a 2.5 or higher
Be able to use Microsoft suite.
SLCC Information
Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000 students pursuing degrees in 100 programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.
Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.
Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.