PT - Peer Mentor (Grant-Funded)

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Arizona Western College in Yuma, AZ, seeks a part-time Transfer Center assistant to guide students through the transfer process to Northern Arizona University and to help with YES program events.

The role serves as the primary contact for transitioning students, connects them with advising and campus services, and supports workshops on admissions, scholarships, and time management. Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of attendance at NAU-Yuma.
• Two years of experience as a YES Program participant.
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies (e.g., English/Spanish).
• Arizona Driver's License or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Guide mentees through their transfer journey and academic guidance.
• Assist YES Ambassadors with workshops on admissions, scholarships, financial literacy, and time management.
• Serve as a single point of contact for transitioning students and connect them to NAU services (advising, library, technology).
• Support and participate in planning initiatives and department needs.

Skills

Student mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Public speaking

FERPA/compliance

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

NAU-Yuma attendee

YES Program participant

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary of Function: (Grant Funded) Assist students transferring to Northern Arizona University. Assist with some events and activities done through the Transfer Center in collaboration with Northern Arizona University for the YES Program.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Guides mentees through their college experience, focusing on a smooth transition, acclimation, and sense of belonging. Assists in guiding students into the transfer process and academic guidance.
  
• Encourages and motivates Arizona Western College students to complete the process of transition to Northern Arizona University. Assists YES Ambassadors with workshops on admission application, scholarship application, financial literacy, and time management.
  
• Serves as a single point of contact for transitioning students to help alleviate anxiety and answer questions.
  
• Serves as a resource to connect transferring students to Northern Arizona University services such as advising, library services, and technology services.
  
• Helps students improve their communication skills and ability to engage with others.
  
• Increases awareness of the activities and events, and transfers information.
  
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives, and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of attendance at NAU-Yuma
  
• Two years of experience as a YES Program participant
  
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver's License or Equivalent

Classification:

• Non-Exempt

Position Type & Work Schedule:

• Part-time
  
• Up to 19 hours per week
  
• Work a flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
  
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
  
• Knowledge of student development and retention practices
  
• Knowledge of student support services, resources, and enrollment processes
  
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications especially those specific to the department operations
  
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
  
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
  
• Skill in peer mentoring and student engagement
  
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
  
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
  
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
  
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
  
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
  
• Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
  
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic workload and demands
  
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
  
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent situations
  
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
  
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
  
• Ability to guide students through application and enrollment processes with accuracy and clarity
  
• Ability to identify appropriate campus resources and make informed referrals
  
• Ability to facilitate group meetings, workshops, or cohort-based programming
  
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
• Inside office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
  
• Work is performed in an open office environment with staff, students, and community contact and interruptions
  
• Working environment may include various locations across the service district, with varying noise levels, indoor and/or outdoor locations as needed to support program, department or institutional needs
  
• Must be able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
  
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times a minimum of 10 pounds
  
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
  
• Safely and appropriately operate golf carts or district vehicles
  
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises

Travel:

• May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support program, department and institutional needs

Note:

• Grant Funded (YESAZ Ahead) – contingent upon continued funding
  
• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified
  
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice

POSTING DATE:

October 07, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

• Completed Application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:

Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: [phone] / FAX: [phone] / TTY: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER