Peer Educator

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota seeks a part-time Health & Wellness Peer Educator to engage UND students through presentations and outreach. This federal work-study role supports personal health and academic goals, while serving as a positive role model on campus.

The position is part-time, non-benefited, and only UND students are eligible to be hired. Requires evening/weekend availability and CPR/First Aid/AED certification or the ability to obtain within two weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Positive attitude
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Personal interest in health and wellness issues facing college students
• Basic computer skills
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be able to work evening and weekend hours
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and assess health & wellness programs and outreach activities that educate UND students on a variety of health topics.
• Facilitate presentations and workshops for fellow students throughout campus, including the residence halls, Greek community, University Life classes, and other settings.
• Assist with major Health & Wellness programming and events and/or initiatives as assigned.
• Attend required meetings.
• Participate in all staff trainings prior to the start of classes.
• Complete Certified Peer Educator course
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Intrapersonal Skills

Professionalism

Education

Minimum GPA 2.5

Job description

Peer Educator

• 499928

• Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

• Federal Work Study Student
• Institutional Student

• Closing on: Dec 4 2026

Salary/Position Classification

• $12.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 8-12 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

Health & Wellness Peer Educators serve as members of the Wellness & Health Promotion Team at UND. In this position you will engage with UND students using presentations, programs, and outreach initiatives to support students in reaching their personal health and academic goals. Peer educators also serve as positive role models and leaders at UND by demonstrating good judgment, ethical behavior, and respect for others and self, especially in relation to health and wellness issues.

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and assess health & wellness programs and outreach activities that educate UND students on a variety of health topics.
• Facilitate presentations and workshops for fellow students throughout campus, including the residence halls, Greek community, University Life classes, and other settings.
• Assist with major Health & Wellness programming and events and/or initiatives as assigned.
• Attend required meetings.
• Participate in all staff trainings prior to the start of classes.
• Complete Certified Peer Educator course
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Development
• Intrapersonal Development
• Professionalism

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Positive attitude
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Personal interest in health and wellness issues facing college students
• Basic computer skills.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to work evening and weekend hours.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire. (Training provided by the Wellness Center at no cost for employees)
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.