Institutional Study - Spartan Leader - Student Life

Position: Institutional Work Study - Spartan Leader - Student Life

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday:
Flexible

Rate of Pay:

$15.00

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Grant Funded:

No

Job Summary:

The position of Spartan Leader is one where student leaders can make a meaningful contribution to new students attending Elgin Community College. Spartan Leaders help new students make positive and welcoming transitions to ECC, assist new students navigate through their first year. Additionally, Spartan Leaders will assist with the Office of First Year Programs and Student Life events such as:
Welcome weeks, The Big Event, Passport Blitzes, New Student Convocation and Campus Jam, Campus Tours, and much more. Spartan Leaders are well trained and informed about procedures, policies and resources regarding Elgin Community College.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Currently enrolled in at least six (6) ECC credit hours
• Good academic standing (min. 2.5 GPA)

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm about ECC
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills and the potential to develop these skills

Essential Duties:

Welcome new students to Elgin Community College

Lead discussion groups with incoming students

Represent the college by presenting accurate and helpful information

Assist with Student Life and First Year programs events

Communicate with new students regarding completion of orientation

Provide tours to incoming students

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands:

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently)

Visual Acuity:

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on requests for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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