Federal Work Study - First-Generation Mentor

University Of Saint Mary, Inc.; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

University Of Saint Mary, Inc. seeks a Student Success mentor for the First Generation program in Leavenworth, KS. You will design and deliver workshops, lead peer discussions, and collaborate with staff to support first-gen students.

You’ll assist with event logistics, create bulletin board content, and help mentees navigate campus resources, while building supportive relationships and providing regular check-ins.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study and enrolled full time at the University of Saint Mary.
• First-generation student enrolled in the First Generation program.
• Junior standing or above preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, leadership, and empathy.
• Comfort with leading small groups and facilitating open discussions.
• Familiarity with campus resources and student support services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other mentors and the Program Coordinator to design and deliver workshops, social events, and outreach activities.
• Assist with logistics for events (room reservations, supplies, promotion, etc.).
• Help create and update content for bulletin boards and resource stations in the First Gen space.
• Lead or co-lead student-led initiatives such as projects, celebrations, or peer discussion groups.
• Participate in community outreach to local high schools to build connections with future students.
• Collect feedback from mentees through surveys conversations, or reflection activities.
• Participate in evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness of the program.
• Communicate group progress, concerns, and successes to the Program Coordinator.
• Offer ideas to improve communication, programming, and space usage based on student input.
• Facilitate small group sessions focused on academic success, campus engagement, and personal development.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with mentees and provide regular check-ins.
• Help students navigate university systems such as the student portal, academic calendar, financial aid, and advising.
• Offer individualized guidance based on mentee needs, and refer students to campus resources when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Reliability

Empathy

Facilitation

Education

First-generation student in First Generation program

Enrolled full-time at University Of Saint Mary

Job description

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DEPARTMENT:

Student Success

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with other mentors and the Program Coordinator to design and deliver workshops, social events, and outreach activities.
• Assist with logistics for events (room reservations, supplies, promotion, etc.)
• Help create and update content for bulletin boards and resource stations in the First Gen space.
• Lead or co-lead student-led initiatives such as projects, celebrations, or peer discussion groups.
• Participate in community outreach to local high schools to build connections with future students.
• Collect feedback from mentees through surveys conversations, or reflection activities.
• Participate in evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness of the program.
• Communicate group progress, concerns, and successes to the Program Coordinator.
• Offer ideas to improve communication, programming, and space usage based on student input.
• Facilitate small group sessions focused on academic success, campus engagement, and personal development.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with mentees and provide regular check-ins.
• Help students navigate university systems such as the student portal, academic calendar, financial aid, and advising.
• Offer individualized guidance based on mentee needs, and refer students to campus resources when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study and enrolled full time at the University of Saint Mary
• Must be a first-generation college student enrolled in the First Generation program.
• Junior standing or above preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, leadership, and empathy.
• Comfort with leading small groups and facilitating open discussions.
• Familiarity with campus resources and student support services.

BENEFITS OF THE ROLE:

• Build leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Develop a deeper connection with the campus community.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of fellow first-gen students.

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions: email human resources at [e-mail]