Summer Staff Orientation (SSO) Assistant

Concordia College; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meals

Free Lodging

Paid on-the-job training

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, MN seeks a Summer Staff Orientation Assistant to support logistics for week-long orientations for about 600 seasonal staff. You will work under the Orientation Coordinator with CLV Programs, Operations, HR, and Health & Wellness teams.

Responsibilities include housing/registration/transport planning, announcements, on-site support, and collaboration with staff across multiple sites in June and July. This is a seasonal, hourly role with paid training.

Qualifications

• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and with a team.
• Knowledge of and ability to set up basic multimedia equipment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and solve problems.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience or interest in event coordination and logistics.
• Experience working with young people.
• Enjoy living and working in a rustic setting.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, collaborate with orientation staff to ensure a welcoming and well-organized orientation experience.
• Support a smooth experience for summer staff by implementing housing, registration, and transportation plans.
• Communicate with summer staff regarding orientation housing and transportation to the Villages.
• Make announcements throughout orientation, especially at mealtimes, to provide updates and ensure clear communication.
• Assist in organizing supplies, technology, room setup, materials, forms, and sign-in processes for orientation sessions.
• Provide on-site support and assistance to staff attending orientation weeks, including after-hours support as needed.
• Support guest speakers and session leaders for workshops and trainings.

Skills

Initiative

Independence

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Event coordination

Tools

Multimedia setup

Job description

Position Details

Position Title

Summer Staff Orientation (SSO) Assistant - Concordia Language Villages

Position Type

Seasonal

Location

Bemidji

Employment Type

Seasonal Recreation Exempt

General Employment Period

One or more weeks of Summer Staff Orientation at a time

Summer Staff Orientation Dates

• June 4-13 (Bemidji, MN – Concordia Language Villages Turtle River Lake campus)
• July 9-18 (Bemidji, MN – Bemidji State University)
• July 19-25 (Hackensack, MN – Camp Patmos)

General Work Schedule (days of week)

Up to seven days per week

General Shift Hours

Up to 40 hours/week; overtime with approval of Program Director only. Some evening and weekend hours required

Minimum Salary

Starting at $13/hr depending on skills and experience

Job Summary

About the Position: The CLV Summer Staff Orientation assistants, under the direction of the Summer Staff Orientation Coordinator, collaborate with CLV Programs, Operations, Human Resources, and Health & Wellness teams to support logistics for one or more week-long Summer Staff Orientations (weeks of June 8, July 13, and July 20) for approximately 600 summer seasonal staff.

Dates and Locations

• June 4-13 (Bemidji, MN – Concordia Language Villages Turtle River Lake campus)
• July 9-18 (Bemidji, MN – Bemidji State University)
• July 19-25 (Hackensack, MN – Camp Patmos)

Perks

• Free Meals
• Free Lodging
• Paid, on-the-job training

About Concordia Language Villages

Named one of Minnesota’s Best Summer Camps by Star Tribune readers for three years in a row, we bring language alive at Concordia Language Villages! In the beautiful North Woods of Minnesota, we create a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. At the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflects the culture each was designed to represent. That’s where you come in! Our dedicated staff is essential to creating the unique, immersive experience our participants have come to love. Share your passion for language and culture with the next generation and beyond by joining us at one (or more) of 14 Language Villages.

Position responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Program Directors, collaborate with other orientation staff to ensure a welcoming, supportive, and well-organized orientation experience
• Support a smooth experience for summer staff by implementing plans related to orientation housing, registration, and transportation
• Communicate with summer staff as needed regarding orientation housing and transportation to the Villages
• Make announcements throughout orientation, particularly at mealtimes, to provide critical updates and ensure clear communication with all orientation participants
• Assist in organizing supplies, technology, room setup, materials, forms, and sign-in processes for orientation sessions
• Provide on-site support and assistance as needed to staff attending orientation weeks, including answering questions, connecting staff with resources, and providing after-hours assistance as needed
• Support guest speakers and session leaders for workshops and trainings

General Responsibilities for All Positions

• Be familiar with and abide by specific policies set forth in the “Personnel Policies,” which are designated by Concordia Language Villages administration and individual Village deans.
• Read and become familiar with the responsibilities for your specific area of assignment.
• After receiving your Staff Handbook and other material, read all the information carefully and thoroughly before arriving at the Village.
• Live in community living arrangements, assigned according to gender.
• Be prepared to use shared bathroom facilities assigned according to gender; shower and toilet stalls are private but situated within common bathroom areas shared with other staff and villagers.
• Model standards for behavior and be sensitive to the health and welfare of the villagers.
• Be at least 16 years of age to be considered for a staff position.
• Be at least 18 years of age to be considered for a staff position if you are not a United States citizen.

Essential Functions of All Position(s)

• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities specifically in the busy, noisy, communal environment that is the Village.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and manage your own needs in order to maintain a youth-centered program.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups in respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Provision of essential functions helps assure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ability to take initiative and work both independently and with a team
2. Knowledge of and ability to set up basic multimedia equipment
3. Strong organizational and communication skills
4. Ability to multitask and solve problems
5. Attention to detail
6. Experience or interest in event coordination and logistics
7. Experience working with young people
8. Enjoy living and working in a rustic setting
9. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous Concordia Language Villages staff experience, highly preferred
2. Previous participation in SSO
3. Driver's license and ability to drive a 12-passenger van
4. Proficiency in a world language

Position Opening Date

3/20/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Screening Begins

4/1/2026

Employment Contingencies

Background Check

Special Instructions to Applicants

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
  • None
• Optional Documents
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References
  • Licensure
  • Certification
  • Training
  • Other

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.