Position Details Position Information Job Title Cascades Welcome Orientation Leader Fall 2024 Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Bend Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill six part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Cascades Welcome Orientation Leader position for the Cascade campus at Oregon State University (OSU). * The Office of Student Life enhances the mission of OSU-Cascades by providing services, resources, activities, and involvement opportunities to support the co-curricular experience of our students. We strive to connect students to the campus community, create opportunities to expand leadership skills, and inspire students to be life-long learners. Orientation Leaders are a part of Cascades Welcome, which is a series of events and activities to bring students into OSU-Cascades and introduce them to peers, resources, and traditions on campus. * This recruitment will be used to fill six (6) part-time Orientation Leaders (OL) positions for Cascades Welcome (formerly Welcome Week). This position is located in Bend, Oregon. * OLs will work various hours in preparation for Cascades Welcome (Welcome Week) at $17/hour starting with training Monday, September 16th. Training will be 20 hours total from Monday, September 16th through Thursday, September 19th (5 hours a day). Cascades Welcome will be up to 40 hours Sunday, September 22nd through Friday, September 27th, with the majority being all day Sunday through Tuesday and a final event on Friday. All OLs have the option to assist with Cascades Connection events July 26th, August 19th, and August 23rd 8:30am to 3:30pm. * OLs currently employed by another Office on campus will need to indicate this on their application/resume AND work with their current employer to meet time commitments. * Students receiving Work Study as part of their financial aid award are welcome to apply for this position. Position Duties * Orientation Leaders (OLs) work directly with students by leading them through the Cascades Welcome schedule through facilitating small groups and ensuring they are attending events. OLs will also assist with the set-up, tear down, and preparation of events. Opportunities are available to work in July and August at Cascades Connection in-person events. * Other Position Responsibilities * Assist in the attendance and/or ticketing process for events, including sales, deposits, and tracking payments * Complete other administrative tasks as needed * Work to learn, enhance, and promote diversity and social justice * Represent Cascades Welcome and the Office of Student Life to the OSU-Cascades and Central Oregon community * Summer Time Commitments/Important Dates * Interviews will begin shortly after applications are received to fill positions before training. * Optional: Cascades Connections * July 26th, August 19th, August 23rd - 8:30am to 3:30pm * Monday, September 16th: OLs begin student training (5 hours a day Monday through Thursday) * Sunday, September 22nd to Tuesday, September 24th: Cascades Welcome Orientation Event Support and Small Group Facilitation (HOLD full day, working ~8 hours per day. Option to work additional hours those days OR Wed-Friday). * Friday, September 27th: evening event, 5 hours Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements * Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study * Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment * Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard * High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program * Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term * Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term* * Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term * Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term* * International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Additional Required Qualifications * Must have completed at least one term at OSU-Cascades (not including summer). * Experience working collaboratively as a part of a team. * Ability to organize work, manage time, and follow through on tasks in a self-directed environment. * Desire or interest in working with a variety of organizations and people from diverse cultures, communication styles, histories, and team structures. * Strong communication skills, interpersonal and written. Preferred (Special) Qualifications * Previous experience working for any of the units in Student Life * Able to complete work in an accurate and timely manner with autonomy. * Prior office experience with the ability to multi-task, assist with organization, and maintain office functions to ensure efficient and effective operations. * Able to manage time efficiently and abide by strict deadlines. * Motivated, energetic, and able to maintain a positive attitude, especially in stressful situations. * Experience working with various tools within Bend Beavs Central (formerly CampusGroups) and Microsoft Office365 * Eligible to return as an OSU-Cascades student for the 2025-2026 (Junior standing or below) * In good academic standing for the term prior to selection and during entire period of employment * Maintain at least a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (undergraduates) or 3.0 (graduates) and be in good academic standing * Completed Oregon State University Driver Authorization Form and Van Safety Training, or be willing to complete before the start of Welcome Week Working Conditions / Work Schedule * Optional: Cascades Connections * July 26th, August 19th, August 23rd - 8:30am to 3:30pm * Monday, September 16th: OLs begin student training (5 hours a day Monday through Thursday) * Sunday, September 22nd to Tuesday, September 24th: Cascades Welcome Orientation Event Support and Small Group Facilitation (HOLD full day, working ~8 hours per day. Option to work additional hours those days OR Wed-Friday). * Friday, September 27th: evening event, 5 hours Posting Detail Information Posting Number P11297SE Number of Vacancies 6 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/27/2024 Posting Date 07/25/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 08/28/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: ● A Resume ● A Cover Letter For additional information please contact: Steph Beamer at steph.beamer@osucascades.edu OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval Supplemental Questions