Peer Mentor, First Generation Program

DESCRIPTION

The Peer Mentor, First Generation Program serves as a role model and guide for students as they navigate their college experience. Fosters a supportive and welcoming environment, connects students to campus resources, and provides academic and personal support to promote student success.

• Mentors assigned first generation students by offering support, encouragement, and referrals to campus resources.
• Initiates, develops, and maintains relationships via multiple communication methods.
• Provides guidance on college practices and systems.
• Attends and actively participates in First Generation Program events.
• Collaborates with other Peer Mentors and program staff to foster student success.
• Maintains and updates documentation on interactions and activities.
• Participates in trainings and meetings.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Minimum Seminole State College second year student by the fall term.
• Maintain a 2.75 overall GPA and be in good academic standing throughout each semester.

• Experience with the college’s student systems and resources.

• Ability to locate, access, and refer students to campus departments and resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with students, peers, and staff including speaking in front of a group.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to deal with change.
• Strong Microsoft skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to become proficient in video conferencing applications, including Zoom/Teams.
• Ability to become proficient using college systems, including My Seminole State , Navigate, and Canvas.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Committed to working in a multicultural environment.

• Minimum work commitment of five (5) hours a week.
• Campus location and total hours based on program needs.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Pay Benefits and Work Schedule

$14.00 hourly up to 20 hours per week based on department needs and budget constraints. Exact hours will vary depending on student and office needs.

THIS IS A STUDENT POOL POSITION. While a posting may exist on our website, there may or may not be a need at this time; however, submitted applications remain active for one academic year and are available for the Department to review on an ongoing basis. The Department will contact any applicants selected for interview.

Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history even if attaching a resume.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (To ensure full consideration all of the following documents must be attached to the application prior to the closing date):

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.

To Attach Additional Documents

• From the Seminole State College Home page, scroll to the bottom and click on Employment
• Click on Complete or Review an Existing Application
• Sign in with existing username and password or create a new account
• Click on My Job Applications to view applied jobs, resumes and attachments
• Click on the + under My Cover Letters and Attachments to attach documents.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. To claim Veteran's Preference, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application.

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.