Orientation Assistant - Student

Position: Orientation Assistant - Student hourly
Department

Ctr Orientation Transition Prg

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description

70% Orientation Execution and Customer Service

* Manage and lead a student group of up to 30 incoming students during Orientation sessions

* Facilitate small group discussions and provide pertinent information to incoming students about all things KU, including policies, procedures, involvement opportunities, campus resources, and more

* Develop interpersonal communication skills through OA training and during the OA role

* Provide excellent customer service throughout all portions of the Orientation and Transition process, including but not limited to Orientation sessions, Hawk Week, and at the OTP front desk

* Develop public speaking skills through leading student groups and time on stage in front of over 400 Orientation attendees

* Leverage critical thinking skills through on-the-job adaptability

30% Professional Development

* Engage and interface with incoming students, current students, parents & guests, and campus partners throughout Orientation and during the academic year

* Develop knowledge of a variety of campus units and resources through OA training

* Receive and provide feedback on the OA role and experience with OTP staff and leadership

* Utilize conflict management and delivery method changes when needed and appropriate

* Positively and responsibly represent the University of Kansas to incoming Jayhawks, current students, parents & guests, and campus partners throughout all OTP programs

Req  (Ex: 10567 )

31660

Disclaimer

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Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civil rights, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.

Work Schedule

Academic Year: 5-15 hours per week, Summer: 40 hours per week

Contact Information to Applicants

orientation

Required Qualifications

* Available for online asynchronous training in Spring 2026

* Available Saturday April 11th for first in-person training session

* Available Summer 2026

* OAs are required to be present during OA training from May 18th - May 22nd

* Summer Orientation Sessions

* May 26th-June 12th, July 13th-July 24th, August 18th-19th

* Hawk Week

* OAs are prohibited from taking in-person courses in the Summer, but online enrollment is welcome

* Undergraduate student standing (sophomore, junior, or senior status by Fall 2026 students preferred who can work through May 2027)

* Minimum GPA requirement of 2.5

* Experience with mentorship and leadership as demonstrated in application materials.

* Strong written communication, organization, and time management skills as demonstrated in application materials.

* Prior experience working and thriving on a team as demonstrated in application materials.

Advertised Salary Range

$14.00 per hour

Preferred Qualifications

Orientation Assistants should possess and demonstrate the following:

* A strong desire to help others and give back to new Jayhawks as evidenced by application materials.

* A strong desire to mentor, lead, and inspire new Jayhawks as evidenced by application materials.

* Ability to serve as a role model, demonstrating good judgement and ethical behavior as evidenced by application materials.

* Strong academic skills, including knowledge of their own academic program(s) as evidenced by application materials.

* Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on public speaking and interpersonal communication as evidenced by application materials.

* Ability to manage stressful situations in a calm and professional manner as evidenced by application materials.

* Motivation of self and others as evidenced by application materials.

* Adaptability during any part of programming (beginning, during, after)

* Responsible and reliable as evidenced by application materials.

Position Overview

The Center for Orientation & Transition Programs (OTP) is dedicated to creating and curating experiences that promote academic discovery, community engagement, and fostering a sense of belonging.

Orientation Assistants (OAs) serve as members of the Center for Orientation & Transition Programs staff and work toward the goal of assisting new students with their academic, social, and personal transition to the University of Kansas.

The OA position is a year-round role. OAs are expected to work Orientation, Hawk Week, additional Transition Programs, and may work in the office throughout the academic year.

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Application Review Begins

09-Feb-2026

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