First Year Mentor

First Year Mentor Department

Student AffairsLocation: Columbia, MO Type: Student Employment Pay: $15 per hour Pay Range: May vary based on geographic location Applicants Must Be: Legally authorized to work in the United States Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position

Job Summary

Students can become First Year Mentors (FYMs) to help freshmen ease into academic and collegiate life. FYMs help new students connect with faculty, staff, and resources available on campus. Being an FYM can be a catalyst for personal growth and enrichment while providing you with a rewarding leadership opportunity.

The Mentor Positions

The mentor positions are paraprofessional positions within the Division of Student Affairs. The Senior Coordinator for Campus Life supervises FYMs. FYM appointments begin in March with Quest Day events and extend through the end of the fall semester in December. FYMs serve approximately 120 hours over the course of their paid employment.

Essential Functions

Perform job duties in accordance with Columbia Colleges vision, mission, and values, and contribute to the development of the Student Affairs Department. The student must demonstrate:

• Enthusiasm
• Punctuality
• Reliability
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• The ability to trouble-shoot and problem-solve

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in accordance with Columbia Colleges vision, mission, and values
• Collaborate with Foundations faculty to assist in the facilitation of course curriculum
• Meet with the Foundations coordinator and faculty on a regular basis
• Return to campus 7 to 9 days prior to the fall semester for training and event preparation
• Facilitate and assess Welcome Week programs mandated for Foundations students
• Coordinate and implement half-hour long one-on-one meetings with each student enrolled in the FYMs assigned Foundation class outside of class time to provide support
• Help recruit and train students for the FYM program
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Want to positively impact and encourage student success
• Be able to perform job duties, including returning to campus 7 to 9 days prior to the start of the fall semester
• Be enrolled full-time on the traditional campus in Columbia, Missouri

Requirements

• Ability to fluently read, write, and understand the English language
• Proficiency with the following, but not limited to:
• Active listening
• Speaking
• Writing
• Critical thinking
• Judgment and decision-making
• Monitoring
• Reading comprehension
• Time management
• Coordination and management of personnel resources
• Proficiency for using a variety of computer and technology-related software and equipment, including Microsoft Office products and database systems
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with or without direct supervision
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for long periods of time
• Talk or hear
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crawl
• Lift, carry, and move a minimum of 25 pounds on an occasional basis
• Type on a computer keyboard and use a computer monitor on a frequent and regular basis

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions, however possible exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.

Job Description

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position. Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability. The college maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.

Application Process

The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. The information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment, credit history, driving history, and criminal history of public record. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Columbia College is an equal opportunity employer.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the Department of Campus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus and venues nationwide. Columbia College is required to distribute this information to all current and prospective employees and students. Please follow the link below for the full report or contact Human Resources at 573-875-7495 for a printed copy.

https://www.ccis.edu/campus-safety/crime-reporting-reports-stats