Orientation Assistant Summer 2023 Job at State University of New York, Cortland

State University of New York, Cortland Cortland, NY

/Duties
Orientation assistants (OAs) help new students adjust to life at SUNY Cortland. OAs are knowledgeable about the campus, act as role models, are leaders and serve as representatives of SUNY Cortland. Specific duties include:
  • Participate in OA training on college policies, education requirements and services, team building and leadership development
  • Assist in the preparation of Orientation activities and materials
  • Facilitate large and small group discussions on college life, academics and degree requirements for graduation
  • Participate in Cortland Nites for students staying in the residence halls during overnight sessions
  • Help new students and family members feel comfortable by being responsive to and aware of their needs and concerns
  • Stay in the Orientation residence halls
  • Assist new students with the registration and scheduling process
  • Build working relationships with other OAs, faculty, staff and administrators on campus
  • Maintain a positive attitude toward SUNY Cortland

Days/Hours Needed
June 8 – July 28, 2023 (including some weekends and a weekend in Raquette Lake) and a portion of the August Orientation/Welcome Week (Aug. 21-Sept. 1). The position requires long days and evenings.

Orientation sessions will consist of one-day in-person and virtual sessions and two-day (overnight) in-person sessions.

Please note that due to the nature of this position, you cannot enroll in summer session courses or have additional employment from June 8 – July 28.

Campus Location/Bldg.
You will have a room in one of the residence halls on campus. Training may be conducted in different buildings across campus. The majority of orientation sessions will be in person. OAs must stay in their assigned residence hall while programs are in session

Required Qualifications
  • SUNY Cortland undergraduate who will be attending Cortland in the Fall 2023
  • In good academic standing (at least a 2.0 GPA)
  • In good judicial standing (no current judicial sanctions)
  • Ability to maintain a positive and flexible attitude
  • Desire to work with students, faculty, and staff

Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Evidence of academic excellence and co-curricular involvement

Physical Demands

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Contact Name(s) & Email(s)
Gregory Diller
gregory.diller@cortland.edu

Salary Grade
C-Other (Specify Below)

Salary
$3,300 stipend paid over two installments (and will reflect the deduction of appropriate taxes), room during orientation, and OAs will receive meals during training and while the Orientation programs are in session



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