Student Employee- Access & Retention Programs- Peer Mentor (ELITE) (CWS)

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas is seeking a Student Employee for Access & Retention Programs as a Peer Mentor (ELITE). This role involves weekly meetings with small groups, participation in ELITE programs, and proactive outreach to assist students on academic alert.

The applicant must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and should align with the goals of the University and ELITE program. This entry-level position offers approximately 5-10 work hours per week at $10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must understand and believe in the goals of the University and SH ELITE program.
• Must have a 2.5 overall cumulative GPA at the time of application, at the end of the fall semester, and at the end of the spring semester.
• Must not be on disciplinary probation.

Responsibilities

• Meets weekly with assigned small group(s).
• Attends all required SH ELITE programs, events, and trainings.
• Contacts mentees on academic alert regarding their progress.
• Conducts proactive outreach to ELITE members about advising and registrations.
• Promotes engagement among ELITE members.
• Assists with marketing and recruiting new students into the SH ELITE program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Title

Student Employee - Access & Retention Programs - Peer Mentor (ELITE)

Classification & Department

Student Employee, Office of Student Experience & Retention, Division of Student Affairs

Hours & Pay

5-10 hours per week; $10 per hour.

Nature & Purpose of Position

• Meets weekly with assigned small group(s).
• Attends and actively participates in all required SH ELITE programs, events, and trainings.
• Contacts mentees who are on academic alert regarding their academic progress and provides them with services and resources to support academic excellence.
• Conducts proactive outreach to ELITE members regarding semester advising, course registration, and key academic deadlines to support timely progression.
• Promotes engagement and active participation among ELITE members by encouraging involvement in program events, resources, and community-building opportunities.
• Assists with marketing and recruiting new and future students into the SH ELITE program.
• Performs other duties necessary by the Director or Associate Director(s) of Access & Retention Programs.

Requirements

• Must understand and believe in the goals of the University and the SH ELITE program.
• Must have a 2.5 overall cumulative GPA at the time of application, at the end of the fall semester, and at the end of the spring semester. No one may hold an SH ELITE Peer Mentor position while on academic probation.
• Must not be on disciplinary probation.

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at-will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code section 51.215.