Orientation Programs Lead - Student Manager

Universities of Wisconsin; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

UW‑Superior is seeking an Orientation Student Manager, a non-exempt student hourly role requiring leadership and strong communication. You will help plan and execute orientation programs, manage WoW activities, and support campus pantry and free store initiatives, while guiding team leaders and volunteers.

You must be a current UW‑Superior student in good standing, with demonstrated leadership, organizational skills, and comfort presenting to large groups.

Qualifications

• Current UW‑Superior student in good academic standing with a semester GPA of 2.5 and cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.
• Ability to work fall 2026, including the last 1-1.5 weeks of winter break leading up to winter WoW 2027, as well as spring 2027 at a minimum (longer preferred).
• Previous experience in a leader position such as Orientation Group Leader, SOAR or WoW Team Leader, Peer Mentor, etc.
• Have a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a passion for and general knowledge of UW‑Superior.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, and peer to peer leadership skills and the potential/willingness to further develop these skills.
• Evidence of excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to respond thoughtfully and rationally to diverse situations.
• Interest in addressing food insecurity on campus.
• Willing to work with a diverse group of people and empathize with first-year and transfer student needs.
• Must be comfortable presenting in front of large groups of students, staff, faculty and parents/family.
• Ability to work autonomously and be self‑motivated.
• Ability and willingness to adjust to changing situations.
• Experience working with basic desktop publishing (Word, Excel, etc.)

Responsibilities

• The two Orientation Student Managers work in conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Students and Dean of Student’s Case Manager to accomplish the following.
• Set professional and program goals for academic year.
• Assist in development and implementation of programs and monitor the orientation budget and spending.
• Coordinate assessment of orientation programs and participate in evaluation twice per year.
• Facilitate/provide leadership during WoW and coordinate events as necessary.
• Assist with the Yellowjacket Pantry and Campus Free Store operations and data entry.
• Manage WoW registrations and communications using PeopleSoft and/or current CRM.
• Coordinate Move-In Crew and Hospitality Tables with Admissions and Residence Life.
• Supervise student volunteers and coordinate training sessions for Team Leaders.
• Create publicity materials and coordinate student mailings with University Relations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Team coordination

Problem solving

Tools

PeopleSoft

Desktop publishing (Word, Excel)

Job description

UW‑Superior is seeking an Orientation Student Manager, a non-exempt student hourly role requiring leadership and strong communication. You will help plan and execute orientation programs, manage WoW activities, and support campus pantry and free store initiatives, while guiding team leaders and volunteers.

You must be a current UW‑Superior student in good standing, with demonstrated leadership, organizational skills, and comfort presenting to large groups.