2027 Spring Orientation Leader

Saint Leo University Company; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and D

Generous Paid Leave

Group Health Plan

Wellness Center

403b Retirement Plan

Job summary

Saint Leo University is seeking an Orientation Leader to help new students and their families transition to campus life. OLs serve as university representatives, lead discussion groups, and assist in NSO planning and event execution.

Training starts on campus 1.5 to 2 weeks before the new semester, with additional documents required for consideration. The role emphasizes engagement with faculty and staff to ensure NSO success, and candidates should demonstrate reliability, communication skills,

Qualifications

• Must maintain minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Current full-time student status.
• Maintain good judicial standing.
• Passion for helping others in student outreach.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with leadership and followership.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliability, creativity, stamina, flexibility/adaptability, punctuality.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups including students, parents, faculty and staff.
• Positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Willingness to work long hours (10-15 hrs) including early/late shifts.
• Able to handle constructive criticism.
• Familiarity with Saint Leo programs and services.

Responsibilities

• University Representative
• Team Member/Leader
• Facilitator
• Event Execution

Skills

GPA requirement

Student status

Communication skills

Reliability

Team leadership

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Job description

Job Description Summary

The position of Orientation Leader (OL) is one that allows a student to make a substantial contribution to Saint Leo University and a lasting first impression on incoming students.

OLs help new students and their families in making a positive transition to Saint Leo University.

Ols are extremely knowledgeable about campus resources and student success strategies.

OLs must understand and support the goals and objectives of the New Student Orientation (NSO) program.

Below are the basic OL job responsibilities: 1. University Representative 2. Team Member/Leader 3. Facilitator 4. Event Execution

An OL is required to be on campus 1.5 to 2 weeks prior to the start of the upcoming semester for training and planning.

In addition to uploading resume, the following documents are required for consideration.

• Cover Letter
• References (minimum of 2)

Job Description REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• To serve as a positive role model and resource for new students and their families
• To initiate and develop an open communication with faculty, advisors, staff, students, and family members attending NSO
• To work with faculty and staff members, other OLs, and members of Saint Leo administration to facilitate the success of all aspects of the NSO program.
• To lead tours and discussion groups for incoming students and/or parents
• To serve as a representative of Saint Leo in a variety of situations including social functions and meals
• To assist in preparation, implementation and evaluation of NSO
• To perform other duties as deemed necessary by the Student Success professional staff
• To actively participate in training to become knowledgeable on various aspects of the University Mentor relationships with new students

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Current full-time student
• Good judicial standing
• A passion for helping others
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team, and a willingness to both lead and follow
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Reliability, creativity, stamina, flexibility/adaptability, and punctuality
• Ability to relate to and work with a variety of personality types and diverse groups of people (students, parents, faculty, both professional and student staff)
• A positive attitude and a sense of humor
• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Ability to work long hours (10-15hrs and/or early or late shifts)
• Able to handle constructive criticism
• Familiarity with Saint Leo programs and services

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE: This job description intends to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo? What it’s Like to Work Here:

Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centred service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE! We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center
• *Eligibility based on meeting required service period 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo Top Workplace

Each year from 2012 to 2016, Saint Leo University was named one of Tampa Bay’s Top Workplaces by the Tampa Bay Times.

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One of the Top-Ranked Universities in Florida

One of the top-ranked universities in Florida, Saint Leo is a Catholic, liberal arts school serving learners of all faiths.

We are traditional, but we are cutting edge Established in 1889 by the Order of Saint Benedict of Florida, the university seeks balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for all members of our community.

Saint Leo has grown from a peaceful campus in the rolling hills of Central Florida to an institution of international consequence—ranked one of the best regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report.

Our Tampa-area campus remains committed as ever to student-centered liberal arts education, and is strengthened by the global reach of our regionally accredited online programs and Education Centers in seven states across the U.S., including on many military bases.

We are Catholic, but we are for everyone

Our determination to make higher education more accessible to all has made Saint Leo a world leader in redefining the 21st century university.

Saint Leo now serves more than 16,000 students from 49 states and 86 countries—ranking us among the five largest Catholic higher education institutions in the United States.

Saint Leo is also one of the nation's 10 leading providers of higher education to the U.S. military.

While we are proudly Catholic, we teach students not because they are Catholic, but because we are Catholic. And our faith compels us to imagine and contribute to a more socially just society.

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Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis