First Year Experience (FYE) Peer Mentor (Oconee)- Institutional Student Worker

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a First Year Experience Peer Mentor for the Oconee Campus. You will support new students by modeling expectations, guiding their transition to college, and helping with time management and campus navigation within UNG 1101 courses.

As a part‑time Institutional Student Worker, you will attend weekly class sessions, engage peers in discussions, and report activities and observations to instructors.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six credit hours.
• Good academic standing and conduct are required.
• Preferred GPA of 2.75 or higher for selection.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in UNG 1101 course once per week (50 minutes).
• Facilitate discussions, activities, and student engagement in the classroom.
• Serve as a peer role model with strong academic behaviors and campus involvement.
• Meet weekly with the course instructor to plan lessons and review student needs.
• Provide guidance on study skills, time management, and campus resources.
• Support student transition by connecting peers to campus services and opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Time management

Group facilitation

Student mentoring

Communication

Campus navigation guidance

Positive attitude

Education

Enrollment at UNG – min 6 credit hours

Good academic and conduct standing

GPA ≥ 2.75 preferred

Job description

Job Title: First Year Experience (FYE) Peer Mentor (Oconee)- Institutional Student Worker
Location: UNG - Oconee
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 303854

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a First Year Experience (FYE) Peer Mentor- Institutional Student Worker on the Oconee Campus. The First Year Experience (FYE) Peer Mentor supports new students in their transition to college by serving as role models, facilitators, and guides within UNG 1101 courses, helping students develop essential skills such as time management, goal setting, and campus navigation.

Responsibilities

• Complete required training to prepare for Peer Mentor Role
• Attend and actively participate in assigned UNG 1101 course once per week (50 minutes)
• Facilitate discussions, activities, and student engagement within the classroom
• Serve as a peer role model by demonstrating strong academic behaviors and campus involvement
• Meet weekly with assigned course instructor to plan lessons, review student needs, and receive feedback
• Provide guidance on academic success strategies (time management, study skills, goal setting, resource utilization) \\
• Support student transition by connecting peers to campus services and opportunities
• Maintain a visible, approachable, and supportive presence for first-year students
• Submit a weekly report documenting class activities, student engagement, and key observations
• Assist with outreach, communication, and program support efforts as needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of campus resources and student support services
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to facilitate group discussions and engage with diverse student populations
• Demonstrated responsibility, professionalism, and time management
• Desire to mentor and support first-year students
• Ability to lead interactive activities and discussions
• Positive attitude and commitment to student success
• Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and collaborate with faculty/staff

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Good academic and conduct standing
• Minimum 2.75 GPA preferred
• Previous experience and training in a campus leadership or a student employment position

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affiliated Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

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