Assistant​/Peer Mentor

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Type of Position: Clerical

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock’s thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state’s growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Justin Harmon ,M.Ed.
AD Student Success & Leadership Development
jmharmon

The Extra Help Assistant is responsible for providing unskilled, semi-skilled labor or performing basic office tasks in a state agency or institution. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

• High school diploma or the formal education equivalent;
• Currently enrolled as a UA Little Rock student;
• Must be a sophomore with 30 or more hours.

• Serve as a peer mentor and assist students with navigating college life;
• Attend all mandatory training and meetings throughout the term;
• Facilitate discussions with student mentees twice a month;
• Become familiar with various resources on campus;
• Inform supervisor of any student concerns;
• Create and participate in opportunities to support student mentees;
• Regularly attend Trojan Leadership Fellows Program events;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong time management and communication skills;
• Display a fitting, cooperative, and approachable attitude and demeanor;
• Communicate by effectively writing, listening, and speaking;
• Ability to work with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population;
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity;
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
• Demonstrate flexibility in your approach to mentoring.

Salary Information: $1,000 stipend

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity: Lifting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Kneeling

Benefits Eligible: No