Peer Advisor Liaison

Peer Advisor Liaison (Student Employment)

New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for the Peer Advisor Liaison role. The position is open to current undergraduate students, with a posting date of 3 days ago and a competitive application window for the first 25 applicants.

• Department: Office of Academic Advising
• Reports to: Frans Moncayo, frans.moncayo
• Hours per week: 3–5
• Employment Period: Academic Year
• Pay Rate: $15.49 per hour

• Current NJIT undergraduate student
• Minimum of 24 credits earned by the end of Spring 2024 (preferred 60 credits)
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 and in “Good Standing” at NJIT; dropping below 2.5 may lead to termination
• Full‑time student status while working as a PAL
• One‑year commitment to the position
• Available for virtual interviews via Google Meet and for work hours each semester
• Preferred: work‑study eligible students

• Arrive on time for scheduled office hours, first‑year seminar (FYS) classes, P.A.C.E seminars, OAA events, and meetings with supervisors and students
• Respond to student concerns, triage needs, and make appropriate referrals
• Schedule appointments for students with academic advisors and educate them on the appointment‑making process
• Complete projects, collateral assignments, and tasks efficiently, providing follow‑up support after advising appointments
• Assist walk‑in students during office hours and co‑lead assigned FYS courses with an OAA advisor
• Perform administrative duties including data entry on spreadsheets, copying, marketing flyer creation, and resource document updates
• Host or co‑host developmental workshops and seminars for peers (stress relief, study habits, communication styles, professionalism, etc.)
• Participate in a PAL committee (Social Media, Tabling/Social Events, Community Service, Workshop) and a community‑service event each semester
• Attend 1–2 weekend Open House events per semester (compensation provided)
• Other duties assigned by the PALs Coordinator

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Efficient use of technology
• Positive attitude, self‑motivated, and strong problem‑solving abilities
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to stay focused
• Knowledge of campus resources (e.g., tutoring centers, C‑CAPs, Dean of Students)
• Willingness to provide immediate academic and campus support to students

Please allow at least 24 hours for your application and eligibility to be processed. Thank you for your interest in student employment at NJIT!