What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletics Academic Excellence Mentor position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
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
Athletics Academic Excellence Mentor
Requisition Number
H01326P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Months per year
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$16.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
Mentors work with individually assigned persons who are freshmen or those who are deemed “at risk” in some academic areas. May need to instruct on test taking tips, note taking skills, calendaring and time management, and other academically-related skills necessary for student success. Able to work one-on-one, instruct, act professionally, and feel confident in the skills they are teaching. Able to work well with individuals from all walks of life, varying life skills and abilities, differing languages, and backgrounds.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Required Qualifications
H.S. diploma or GED.
Word processing, basic computer and typing skills. Email.
Word processing, basic computer and typing skills. Email.
Preferred Qualifications
Intermediate to high levels of computer skills: spreadsheets, databases, internet. Personable. Flexible.
Mentors should be available mid-day and/or evenings to work around student schedules.
Federal Work study Preferred
Mentors should be available mid-day and/or evenings to work around student schedules.
Federal Work study Preferred
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/06/2026
Review Date
01/08/2026
Job Close Date
01/06/2027
Open Until Filled
No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/15765
Notes to Applicant
Please specify in your cover letter which position you are applying for (monitor, tutor, mentor) and the qualifications you possess for that specific job. Tutors, please include in your cover letter the subjects you are qualified to tutor.
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume 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.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume 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.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
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