Undergraduate Student Employment-TRIO SSS Student Support Squad Leader

Fitchburg State University; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, MA, invites qualified undergraduate students to apply for the TRIO SSS Squad Leader position. This student-only role supports new students’ transition by planning activities, mentoring, and connecting mentees to campus resources.

Responsibilities include trainings, weekly meetings, and coordinating social/academic programs, with a typical pay of $15 per hour and a maximum of 8.5 hours per week, depending on class schedules.

Qualifications

• Full-time student at Fitchburg State University.
• Part of TRIO SSS for at least 2 Academic Semesters.
• In good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Able to work a maximum of 8.5 hours/week (dependent on class schedule), office coverage until 5pm on some nights.
• Willing to send and receive text message

Responsibilities

• Attend all Squad trainings as required.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings, one-on-one or as a whole team.
• Cover office until 5pm on some nights (as class schedule permits).
• Assist mentees in becoming familiar with campus resources.
• Assist in maintaining TRIO SSS social media to keep mentees informed of upcoming events.
• Update professional staff of any student concerns.
• Hold regularly scheduled office and study hall hours.
• Work as a team to plan and host social and academic programs.
• Supervise and lead one or more workshops.
• Assume other appropriate responsibilities as assigned by TRIO SSS professional staff.

Education

Full-time student at Fitchburg State University

Job description

About Fitchburg State University:

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, isa public institution dedicated to integrating high-qualityprofessional programs with strong liberal arts and sciencesstudies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about usand how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Job Description:

The Office of TRIO SSS is seeking a student for employment. Thisposition is funded by the university. All undergraduate studentslooking for employment are welcome to apply. Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities for theposition.

TRIO SSS Squad Leader Position Overview:

TRIO SSS Squad members assist new students' transition into life asa student at Fitchburg State University. Squad members are assignedtasks, workshops, outreach opportunities, and events by the SquadLeader. Though the work hours of TRIO SSS Squad members are busy,it is a rewarding position and Squad Leaders will leave with muchto add to their resumes. Squad Members will be expected to:

• Plan and implement programs and activities


• Support first-year mentees through one-on-one interactions


• Answer mentee questions about life at Fitchburg State


• Connect mentees to campus resources


• Connect mentees to other TRIO SSS students by planning groupactivities and events


• Support the TRIO staff in executing TRIO initiatives andactivities


• Be a representative for TRIO at events including Future FalconDays, Tours, Open Houses and Info Sessions


• Assist in creating content for TRIO social media and marketingprojects

Position Responsibilities and Requirements

• Attend all Squad trainings as required


• Participate in weekly staff meetings, one-on-one or as a wholeteam


• Cover office until 5pm on some nights (as class schedulepermits)


• Assist mentees in becoming familiar with campus resources


• Assist in maintaining TRIO SSS social media to keep menteesinformed of upcoming events


• Update professional staff of any student concerns


• Hold regularly scheduled office and study hall hours


• Work as a team to plan and host social and academicprograms


• Supervise and lead one or more workshops


• Assume other appropriate responsibilities as assigned by TRIOSSS professional staff

Requirements:

• Full time student at Fitchburg State University


• Part of TRIO SSS for at least 2 Academic Semesters


• In good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 orhigher


• Able to work a maximum of 8.5 hours/week (dependent on virtualand in-person allowance), office coverage until 5pm on somenights


• Willing to send and receive text message

Additional Information:

Shift Information:

This is a student only posting.

Shift will vary based on student schedules and the pay is $15 perhour.

Priority Review:

Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.