Hourly Pooled - Student Ambassador-Office of Admissions Campus Visitor Center

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JOB TITLE:  

Student Ambassador-Office of Admissions Campus Visitor Center

JOB PURPOSE:   

Student Ambassadors provide a welcoming environment at the Campus Visitor Center and a positive first impression of the University of Wyoming to visiting prospective students and their families during the college search process; offer insight about UW and the student experience by leading engaging campus tours; are vital members of the campus visit program; are an integral part of the recruitment process and assisting the UW Office of Admissions in meeting enrollment goals.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Representing UW to visiting prospective students and their families during weekday campus visits and visitation events.
• Preparing visit materials for and calling visiting students.
• Welcoming prospective students and families to campus.
• Leading engaging and informative campus tours to visiting prospective students and their parents, visiting school or organizational groups, or other persons visiting UW.
• Providing a positive environment for others to learn more about what UW and Laramie have to offer while being sensitive to the University’s values. 
• Answering a variety of questions, either on the phone or in-person, about UW and your experience as a student.
• Attending and actively participating in all Student Ambassador trainings leading up to the start of and throughout the semester.
• Working all Saturday visitation events during the academic year and assisting with weekday visitation events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Undergraduate student in good academic standing and in good standing with the Dean of Students Office.
• Has a commitment to positively promoting the University of Wyoming, being a strong team member, effectively communicating in multiple ways, and being respectful, responsible, reliable, flexible, and confident. 
• Engages visiting families with relevant information and stories about their UW student experience
• Relates well with students, parents, faculty/staff, and other visitors. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Takes initiative while working on office projects, whether it’s independently or as part of a team.
• Can learn and articulate facts and information about the UW, its programs, facilities, admissions process, etc.
• Participates in a broad variety of activities and programs the University offers.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application and upload a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for the Student Ambassador position and your current resume. 

WORK LOCATION:  

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/