What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Mentor position at Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology?
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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title Career Mentor Requisition Number H00943P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week Up to 20 Months per year Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $13.00 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function
Career Services is looking for positive, team-oriented individuals with great customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidates must have an enthusiastic personality, strong work ethic and be quick learners. Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with team members. Up to 20 hours per week including a weekly mandatory training meeting (1hr). Flexible hours. $13.00/hr.
Job Roles And Duties Include The Following
Front Office
Display professionalism and strong customer service when assisting individuals in person, over the phone, and through email.
Approve student appointments and jobs on Handshake along with working on the daily front office check list. Maintain a clean and professional environment.
Career Mentoring (Career Station)
Mentor students on resumes, cover letters, and interviewing (training provided).
Assist students with building profiles on Handshake and LinkedIn and taking professional headshots (training provided).
Counselor/Coordinator Projects
Collaborate with Career Counselors/Employment Advisors with marketing events and services to their assigned college. (If assigned to work with the Student Employment Coordinator, assist with the 50/50 program.)
Outreach to employers and help with career fairs and other events.
Help with other related projects as assigned (e.g. – gather and enter employment data, build college-specific resources, etc.).
Required Qualifications
Excellent teamwork, customer service, adaptability, and computer skills are required.
This position is 50/50 eligible, student must be enrolled full-time and maintain a 2.0 GPA in order to qualify.
Preferred Qualifications
GPA > 3.0 strongly preferred.
Federal Work Study eligibility is preferred but not required. (If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569).
Background Check? No
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 04/23/2026 Review Date 04/25/2026 Job Close Date 05/23/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/11257 Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application attach a resume, the contact information for three references, transcripts and a cover letter.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title Career Mentor Requisition Number H00943P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week Up to 20 Months per year Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $13.00 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function
Career Services is looking for positive, team-oriented individuals with great customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidates must have an enthusiastic personality, strong work ethic and be quick learners. Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with team members. Up to 20 hours per week including a weekly mandatory training meeting (1hr). Flexible hours. $13.00/hr.
Job Roles And Duties Include The Following
Front Office
Display professionalism and strong customer service when assisting individuals in person, over the phone, and through email.
Approve student appointments and jobs on Handshake along with working on the daily front office check list. Maintain a clean and professional environment.
Career Mentoring (Career Station)
Mentor students on resumes, cover letters, and interviewing (training provided).
Assist students with building profiles on Handshake and LinkedIn and taking professional headshots (training provided).
Counselor/Coordinator Projects
Collaborate with Career Counselors/Employment Advisors with marketing events and services to their assigned college. (If assigned to work with the Student Employment Coordinator, assist with the 50/50 program.)
Outreach to employers and help with career fairs and other events.
Help with other related projects as assigned (e.g. – gather and enter employment data, build college-specific resources, etc.).
Required Qualifications
Excellent teamwork, customer service, adaptability, and computer skills are required.
This position is 50/50 eligible, student must be enrolled full-time and maintain a 2.0 GPA in order to qualify.
Preferred Qualifications
GPA > 3.0 strongly preferred.
Federal Work Study eligibility is preferred but not required. (If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569).
Background Check? No
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 04/23/2026 Review Date 04/25/2026 Job Close Date 05/23/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/11257 Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application attach a resume, the contact information for three references, transcripts and a cover letter.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
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