Peer Leader, First Year Experience

First Year Experience

Student Affairs

Non-Exempt, Contingent 1, Part-Time, Pay Grade Stateside Contingent 1

Location: Online

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks current UMGC students to work part-time (approximately six hours per week) as Peer Leaders. Most work hours are flexible; however, participation in scheduled meetings and live events is required. Peer Leaders will support new undergraduate students as they transition to student life at UMGC. Training and ongoing professional development is provided. This role involves being part of a small team of leaders who have a passion for helping others learn, grow, and achieve their educational goals.

PROGRAMS TO BE SUPPORTED UNDER THIS POSITION:

Virtual Orientation & other First Year Experience Initiatives

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE UMGC PEER LEADERS INCLUDE:

• Attend all training sessions and team meetings

• Provide support as a UMGC student (peer) leader to new students

• Respond to students' questions and concerns in a virtual community

• Participate in live, virtual events designed for new students

• Coach fellow students who may need assistance with developing problem-solving strategies related to time management, career exploration, study skills, and financial literacy; refer students to UMGC resources as appropriate

• Use Microsoft Office 365 tools for communication and organization

• Promote a professional, respectful, and safe online learning environment

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Current student who has earned 12+ credits at UMGC

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills

• Desire to work closely with students to support success

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Letter of recommendation or referral from a faculty member or UMGC staff member (Success Coach, Military Education Coordinator, etc.).

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC's Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Time Off:  C1s that regularly work over 12 hours per week are eligible for limited sick and safe leave at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum accrual of 40 hours in a calendar year.
• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE:  CI employees are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates.  CIs would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

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