Orientation Leader

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact:
Brad Young ng

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard  et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard ) as per OSU Standard  et seq.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note:

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

Position Information

Job Title

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Student Employee

Job Location

Position Appointment Percent

Position Appointment Percent 100

Appointment Basis

Appointment Basis 12

Pay Method

Pay Method Hourly

Pay Period

Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate

Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate

Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill thirty (30) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Orientation Leader for the Office of New Student Onboarding at Oregon State University ( OSU ). Orientation Leaders (OLs) play a critical role in welcoming and supporting new students and their families during Oregon State University’s onboarding sequence, including Launch and Connect
. OLs serve as ambassadors of OSU culture, provide logistical and programmatic support, and help create an inclusive, engaging environments for all incoming students.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers ( NACE ) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, and Professionalism.

Position Duties

Launch Program Duties

• Participate in all Launch events and virtual engagement activities via Canvas and Zoom
• Assist students and guests in way finding throughout campus.
• Share personal OSU experiences to help students feel connected to the institution.
• Assist parents, family members, and guests in their transition to OSU.
• Present and sit on panels during orientation sessions when needed (public speaking training provided).
• Support larger projects and tasks directed by New Student Onboarding staff.
• Encourage peer-to-peer connections and foster a sense of belonging within small groups.
• Engage students in conversations that help them feel confident and supported in their transition to Oregon State.

Connect Program Duties

• Provide programmatic and logistical support for all Connect events
• Attend Connect prep sessions and team activities.
• Required participation in major events:
• Assist with tabling, campus tours, and first-day engagement activities.
• Support parent and family engagement events.
• Help other campus offices ( UHDS , Rec Sports, etc.) execute Connect events.
• Prepare materials in late August/early September.
• Host virtual watch parties as needed.
• Serve as an expert resource for incoming…