Orientation Leader (Returning)

We are seeking continuing students to serve as Orientation Leaders for New Student Orientation (Shark School) this year. 

We are looking for a diverse student population to serve in these roles. Traditional, non-traditional, commuter, residential, and transfer students are all encouraged to apply. New Student Orientation will be an inclusive experience for all new students joining the Sand Shark Community, and we want our Orientation Leaders to represent all of their backgrounds and experiences.

Position Requirements

• Must be a registered student during both the Spring 2026 and Fall 2027 terms
• Must be in good standing with the University
• Ability to show beyond-the-classroom involvement on-campus including but not limited to: student organization membership, on-campus employment, participation in undergraduate research, attendance at campus activities, involvement in campus recreation, involvement with student athletics, and honors program participation 
• Desire to mentor new students and support their transition to college
• A positive attitude
• Integrity- Orientation Leaders will be given access to confidential information and must maintain confidentiality
• Good self-management skills such as being on time, honoring commitments, and responding to email
• Recommendation of at least one faculty or staff member
• Please note that students will not be able to serve as both a resident assistant and an orientation leader at the same time

Essential Job Duties

• Attend all in-person and virtual Orientation Leader Training during the spring & summer of 2026. Training will take place in August during the two weeks leading up to Shark School. Exact dates will be outlined in your OL Contract
• Participate in all parts of Shark School held Saturday, August 15th-Monday, August 17th, 2026
• Mentor an Orientation Group of 25-30 students throughout Shark School
• Speak in front of small groups of students about various topics
• Lead discussions with new students to help them reflect on their learning
• Support New Student Programming throughout the 2026-27 academic year

Compensation

• New Orientation Leader earn $10 an hour, returners earn $11 an hour
• Move-in day for Orientation Leaders for Fall 2026 will be the day before fall training begins
• Food will be provided at all orientation trainings and events when the meal plan is not active. 

Application

New OL Hiring Application: Due by Monday, February 16th