Military-Affiliated Peer Mentor

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Military-Affiliated Peer Mentor to support veterans and military-connected students. You will help navigate VA education benefits, FAFSA processes, and campus resources, coordinating appointments and connecting students with advisors and certifying officials.

The role involves outreach at events, clerical tasks, and collaboration with the Military-Affiliated Student Center to ensure students access needed services.

Qualifications

• Must have FAFSA: Federal Work-Study eligibility.
• Knowledge of VA and/or military processes.
• Position contingent upon FAFSA work-study approval.
• Enrolled ½ time (6+ credits) or more.
• 2.0 GPA or higher required.
• Able to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient with email and calendar tools.
• MS Office skills: Excel, Word, Access, PPT.

Responsibilities

• Support military-affiliated students and guide to advisors.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments for students.
• Answer inquiries about services and VA benefits.
• Assist students with FAFSA applications and forms.
• Represent the program at campus and off-campus events.
• Perform clerical tasks: phones, calendars, copies, prints.
• Assist with enrollment certifications and follow-ups.
• Support outreach and other mentoring duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Email/calendar proficiency

Diversity awareness

Education

Enrolled ½ time (6+ credits)

GPA 2.0 or higher

FAFSA work-study eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

• 2.0GPAor higher

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 Military-Affiliated Peer Mentor Requisition Number H01724P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 20 Months per year Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $14-17 FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Military-Affiliated Peer Mentor role entails supporting Military-Affiliated students during challenges and assisting walk-in students. Peer Mentors will schedule and coordinate appointments with students to address needs, such as guiding them to Advisors, certifying officials, or relevant resources. They will also field inquiries regarding Military-Affiliated services, opportunities, and other student requirements. Mentors will also assist students with navigating Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits, FAFSA applications, and forms. Additionally, Peer Mentors represent the Peer Mentoring program and the Military-Affiliated Student Center at both on-campus and off-campus events, offering personalized support to students. Peer mentors will also be trained and familiar with the GI Bill certifying process to help students better understand VA processes.

Peer Mentor Support Duties, Such As

• Working with students one-on-one to address their concerns
• Connect students with on campus, community, state, and federal services that they may need
• Answering questions about services, opportunities, or needs
• Reviewing student classes and degree programs
• Knowing VA rules and regulations on approved courses
• Assisting the SCOs with enrollment certifications
• Following up on student concerns
• Set appointments with students who may want to meet with them Outreach duties such as:
• Staffing Peer Mentor booths at events when necessary
• Calling students to follow up on questions, appointments, etc.
• Create small posters and handouts when necessary Clerical duties for Military-Affiliated Student Center such as:
• Answer Phones
• Schedule Appointments via Gmail calendar and Starfish
• Make copies, scans, and prints of documents for staff
• Review student records prior to meetings
• Check in with supervisor at beginning of shift to receive tasks or updated information.
• Other Mentoring/ Office duties as assigned

Leadership Development Such As

• Attend regular meetings and trainings when scheduled by supervisor
• Attend university training when appropriate (financial aid, studentsupport training, etc.)
• Assist with planning and executing of events and programs and any

additional duties assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must have or can get a FAFSA: Federal Work-Study Card
• Knowledge of VA and/or Military processes
• Position contingent upon approval through the FAFSA work-study program
• Enrolled ½ time (6 or more credits)
• 2.0GPAor higher
• Must work well with persons of diverse racial, ethnic, gender, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and with individuals who are differently-abled.
• Use of email and calendar for communication and organizational purposes
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access,PPT)
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer service and interpersonal skills will be continually developed to better serve students and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Organization skills
• Use some form of GI Bill
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented
• Autonomous and proactive

Background Check? Yes

Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 06/08/2026 Review Date 06/10/2026 Job Close Date 08/31/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/23333

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.