Job title: Community Advisor – Central Summer Academy – Summer 2024
Company: University of Central Missouri
Job description: Posting Date 01/01/2024
Closing Date 03/30/2024
Position Purpose
The Purpose of the Community Advisor position is to provide in-residence leadership for students enrolled in the Central Summer Academy at The University of Central Missouri.
Must be available to work May 22 – Aug 18, 2024.
Educator
1. Facilitate/plan programs for your residents that meet their specific needs as Pell-eligible First Generation and/or Historically Underrepresented First Term Freshmen.
2. Facilitate/plan developmental opportunities that educate residents on what it means to
be a positive and productive member of the UCM Community; lead by example.
3. Teach residents how to navigate the university, both physically (where and how) and
virtually (using MyCentral, Blackboard, Guide, website, etc.).
Helper
1. Be available and accessible to the students. Develop trusting relationships by
spending quality interaction time whenever your assigned students are not engaged in
other scheduled activities.
2. Assist students with personal, social, and academic concerns.
3. Respond to emergency situations quickly. Mobility throughout the residence hall is
essential.
4. Document and report all emergency situations to the Public Safety and the Program
Coordinator immediately upon gaining knowledge.
5. Act as a referral agent for students to different campus and community agencies.
6. Get to know all the students in your community. Value diversity, respect each student, and maintain confidentiality
7. Help develop a healthy respect for University Staff, Faculty, Administration, students,
and other friends of the UCM community by supporting and displaying a positive attitude toward the same
Connector
1. Schedule and conduct regular meetings and solicit feedback; facilitate problem-solving that leads to student success.
2. Build relationships with University Staff, Faculty, and Administration; use your
relationships to connect students with partners in their success.
3. Plan and lead social programs/events to facilitate relationship-building among
students enrolled in the program.
4. Assist students in finding ways to find their fit and get involved (clubs, organizations,
activities, etc.).
Civility Agent
1. Develop a responsible living environment in the community utilizing effective
interaction and outreach.
2. Consistently encourage responsible behavior by the residents; lead by example.
3. Actively confront all misconduct and disciplinary situations; complete documentation
of the situation as appropriate.
Other Job Expectations
1. Must be available for work: May 22, 2024 – Aug 18, 2024
2. Complete mandatory training prior to the Central Summer Academy start date
3. While there will be assigned “on-duty” hours, this position has responsibilities related
to public safety and housing facility concerns that extend beyond those hours around the
clock (24 hours)
4. Must remain in your residence hall during overnight hours and be available to respond
accordingly to contingent situations that may arise.
5. Responsible for understanding and carrying out all policies and procedures related to
University Housing
6. Additional expectations may be set by the Summer Success Academy Program
Coordinator, University Leaders serving on the Summer Success Academy Committee,
and University Housing authorities.
7. This position is not expected to work more than 20 “on-duty” hours weekly.
Education & Formal Training High school diploma or equivalent, Credit Hours (Specify hours below)
Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation
Experience
You must have completed 30 credit hours prior to your placement and have lived in University Housing for at least one full academic year prior to beginning employment.
– Must enroll in at least 1 summer session credit hour.
– Must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average.
– Be in good standing with the University of Central Missouri and University Housing. A Community Advisor cannot be on disciplinary or academic probation.
– Preference will be given to students who have previous experience as a Community
Advisor or experience working in campus housing.
– Preference will be given to current continuing UCM students
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Not Applicable
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Management and/or administration skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality
Physical & Environmental Factors: Not Applicable
Lifting weight
Special Working Conditions: On call/standby work required, Irregular work hours
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you understand that while classes are in session, students are limited to 20 hours per week (Sunday – Saturday) total of on-campus employment?
- Yes
- No – (disqualifying)
Required Documents
Required Documents * Transcripts
- Resume
Optional Documents
Expected salary: $12.75 per hour
Location: Missouri
Job date: Sat, 24 Feb 2024 00:08:07 GMT
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