Gordon Orientation Leader--Student Assistant--Summer

Position: Gordon Orientation Leader--Student Assistant--Summer 2026
About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting with the orientation programing for incoming students.

Responsibilities

Attends and participates in training sessions.

Be actively involved in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Orientation sessions.

Be a point of contact between prospective students and GSC before, during, and after orientation sessions.

Welcomes new students and families to the college, assists with orientation check-in process, facilitates guided tours, leasd small group activities, and participates in presentations (on-stage or off-stage) during orientation sessions.

Assists various GSC departments and offices as needed.

Required Qualifications

Must be a full-time, degree seeking undergraduate student and have completed 12 credit hours at Gordon State College.

Must be in good academic and judicial standing with GSC; minimum 2.5 GPA.

Must have completed the Highlander Leadership Academy or have plans to complete it before orientations begin.

Preferred Qualifications

Exhibits leadership potential and a positive, energetic attitude.

Possesses a working knowledge of GSC campus and student support services.

Displays effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Has a willingness to work in a team environment and often with limited direct supervision.

Demonstrates self-initiative, punctuality, maturity, and flexibility.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence:
Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success:
Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity:
Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging:
Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev.

Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at . Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

Pay rate - $11.00/hr.

Position is up to 19 hours per week.