Student - First Gen Peer Mentor

The First-Generation Student Success Center (FGSSC) is hiring for First-Gen Peer Mentors who will support, plan, and participate in FGSSC programming, especially First-Gen Crew, to support first-gen students at UVU and the mission of the Center. FGSSC defines first-gen students as: neither parent(s)/guardian(s) graduated with a bachelor’s degree from within the U.S. First-Gen Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the FGSSC Coordinator(s) and Director.

• 30% Develops, implements, and coordinates activities for FGSSC First-Gen Crew program with the Coordinators and Director
• 30% Supports and plans additional FGSSC programming for first-gen students at UVU
• 30% Perform a range of staff and/or operational support activities, including collaborating with other mentors and FGSSC staff to provide program support and maintaining confidential documents and files.
• 10% Performs other job related duties as assigned.

• Must be a current UVU student.
• Must have a minimum current and cumulative GPA of 2.7
• Must have completed 20 credits or more at UVU
• Must be familiar with FGSSC programming and the first-gen college student experience
• Interest in the well‑being of first-gen student peers

• Status of a first‑generation college student
• Involvement with FGSSC programming

• First‑gen student experiences; knowledge in current mentoring and coaching strategies for higher‑ed students.
• A variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and Adobe Design Suite.
• On‑campus resources

• Organizational, verbal, and written communication.
• Interpersonal, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and public relations skills sufficient to work with and relate to a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.

• Work in an office environment with minimum supervision.
• Work with attention to detail, maturity, professional demeanor, tact, diplomacy, and a sense of humor.
• Prioritize and change priorities as needs arise.