Student Success Advocate (Thrive Team)

Position Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title
Student Success Advocate (Thrive Team)

Requisition Number
H01726P

Position Category
Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

Months per year

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Student Success Center (SSC) at Weber State University is now hiring Student Success Advocates on the SSC Thrive Team. The SSC Thrive Team is a group of student staff that aim to support and promote campus connection, student development, and academic success.

Student Success Advocates will be assigned to three main areas: outreach, programming, and general office and front desk support. These students are selected for their high energy and commitment to their roles.

Our goal is to ensure that our student staff members have a meaningful and memorable experience as part of our team. We are committed to supporting your success as a college student and your growth as a future professional. We offer training opportunities to help you achieve your personal and professional objectives.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education
  • 2.5 GPA or higher (must be maintained while working in this position and remain in good standing with the university)
  • Full or part-time enrollment at WSU
  • Must have completed at least two (2) semesters at WSU or equivalent
  
  
  
• Required Skills:
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Dependable, organized, collaborative, and can follow instructions
  • Ability to work with diverse groups
  • Ability to ethically handle confidential information
  • Competent in using basic technology (e.g. computers, social media, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.)
  • Ability to assist people in a friendly and welcoming manner
  • Willingness to learn and support the mission and growth of the Student Success Center
  • Working knowledge of campus resources

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with assisting with planning and implementing programs
• Experience with student outreach efforts (e.g. social media, tabling, community, etc.)
• Experience with planning and implementing programs, events, activities, etc.

Background Check?
No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date
09/03/2024

Review Date
09/05/2024

Job Close Date
10/03/2024

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/23359

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position
Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• jobs.weber.edu
• KSL
• Chronicle of Higher Education
• Higher Ed Jobs
• Agency Referral
• Personal Referral
• Internal Job Posting
• Advertisement/Publication
• Other web advertisement
• Other

Are you eligible for Federal Work Study? (If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.)

• No Response
• Yes
• No

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

Resume

Transcripts

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

List of References with Contact Info

Class Schedule