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  • New Student Programs Leadership Application Process

    Please note that this application is for the Orientation Leader position AND RIC-100 Peer Mentor position. Select one or both positions in the application below. Please make sure to review the applicable job descriptions and select one, or both of the positions that you wish to apply for. It is not required to apply for both, we simply wanted to streamline the process to apply for New Student Programs Leadership positions. Be sure to read all of the information in this application. Make certain that you have a thorough understanding of the position/s for which you are applying. In order to provide you more information about the position listed in this form, as well as to answer any questions that you might have about the job(s) and/or the application and selection processes, please contact New Student Programs, by email ahallam@ric.edu or call (401)-456-8439 to speak with Alie Hallam, Director of New Student Programs. Application deadlines has been extended please apply today.

  • RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE

    POSITION TITLE: Orientation Leader (Summer 2022)
    Department: New Student Programs
    Reports to: Alie Hallam | Director of New Student Programs


    The Orientation Leader position for the Office of New Student Programs at Rhode Island College is a Spring appointment.
    Under the supervision of the Orientation staff, this position will provide an array of experiences, including: planning and implementation of Spring orientation programs; group facilitation; peer education; and developing the knowledge necessary to become a resource for incoming students and their families.


    Specific Duties:

    ·       Assist in the planning and implementation of Summer Orientation for new first-year students, as well as their families

    ·       Act as a resource through sharing knowledge of RIC, and its programs and services

    ·       Aid students in their transition to RIC through communication, support, and knowledge

    ·       Facilitation of group activities, workshops, and meetings
    Work with staff, faculty, and administration through training and Orientation sessions

    ·       Serve as a support system and sounding board for fellow Orientation Leaders
    Other duties as assigned

    Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

    ·       Ability to work well in groups

    ·       Demonstrate knowledge of Rhode Island College, and its resources

    ·       Communication skills; interpersonal, small groups & large group

    ·       Sense of responsibility

    ·       Ability to serve as a role model for undergraduate students

    ·       Highly motivated, and enthusiastic

    ·       Flexibility and adaptability

    ·       Good sense of humor preferred


    Required Conditions:

    ·       Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at RIC (or 1 semester if transfer)

    ·       Be in good academic and judicial standing

    ·       Must maintain a 2.7 cumulative GPA throughout their term of appointment.


    Compensation & Benefits:

    Stipend paid upon completion of Spring Orientation
    Room and meal plan during entirety of program (Subject to COVID-19 protocol at time of Orientation)


    Appointment Date:
    May 2022*
    *A final schedule of training and sessions will be outlined in your offer letter after the selection process has closed

     

     

    POSITION TITLE: RIC-100 Peer Mentor (Fall 2022)
    Department: New Student Programs
    Reports to: Alie Hallam | Director of New Student Programs 

    FY Peer Mentors serve as an important resource for first-year students beginning with the #New Anchor welcome experience through RIC 100 First Year Experience, a new required fall course. Mentors will actively connect with an assigned group of new students during the fall semester through a variety of experiences designed to enhance and support active participation, a sense of belonging and student success.

    Responsibilities:

    Serve as a positive role model, advocate and resource for new students at Welcome Weekend and RIC 100 throughout the fall semester

    Assist the instructor of the assigned RIC 100 section to facilitate participation, communication and support as needed
    Be registered for COLL 280 Peer Mentor Practicum (2cr)
    Communicate regularly with assigned first-year students (online and in person) through one-on-one and group meetings
    Facilitate and encourage attendance to all FYE programs
    Participate in all peer mentor trainings, meetings, programs, and activities
    Educate new students about various resources and student services available at the college
    Connect students to Learning for Life’s network of support when appropriate
    Complete all required data and record‐keeping for students served
    Communicate regularly with the Office of New Student Programs
    Training Requirements:

    Participate in spring training sessions and training prior to the start of the fall semester.
    Be available to support FYE programming
    Take Peer Mentor Practicum Course in Fall Semester (Wed 1:00-1:40pm)
    Flexibility with in-person or online instruction during COVID-19.

    Qualifications:

    Be a rising sophomore, junior or senior in good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0)
    Be in good student conduct standing
    Must be available on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. (and/or during other selected class time, hybrid, evening, etc.)
    Must be available for training sessions and Welcome Week Activities (Dates TBD, August 2022)
    Commit to being enrolled at RIC through the fall and spring semesters
    Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills and leadership potential
    Be self-motivated with a positive attitude
    Strong respect and desire to work with and support a diverse and inclusive community
    Ability to work independently and as part of the team of FY Peer Mentors
    Willingness to collaborate with campus partners
      
    Benefits:
    FY Peer Mentors will earn 2 FREE college credits for COLL 280 Peer Mentor Practicum (an experiential learning experience) as well as develop leadership and social-emotional skills; learn how to work effectively with a diverse community of learners; and engage in professional development opportunities.

     

     

  • Step 1

    Step I - Complete this online application, available below. Complete the NSP Leadership application online by Friday, March 25, 2022

  • Step 2

    Check in with your two Recommendation Form writers to make sure that they send their recommendation forms in time to be received by Friday, March 25th. Recommendations must be completed online. If you have trouble finding the form, please visit contact ahallam@ric.edu. The form can be found here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=o8e1vFE3E0S3v8tP8Y57LtNKViMT5wBIop3mOS9MyElUQURTMURPS1pNSUhUSzdIOTNSTU45Q00zSy4u

  • Step 3

    Once you have submitted your application you will need to schedule an interview. A member of the New Student Programs office will contact you for an interview time.

  • Step 4

    After your first interview, if you are chosen to proceed you will be asked to schedule a 2nd interview. A member of New Student Programs will schedule and interview with you at that time.

  • Step 5

    The Orientation Staff will conduct both a Judicial and Academic (candidates must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher) check to make sure that each candidate is in good standing with the College. PLEASE NOTE: Academic status and judicial standing will be checked before the decision-making process is complete. Orientation Leader Position Applicants who have been offered an Orientation Leader position for the 2022-23 academic year, will have to complete a Orientation Leader contract agreeing to availability on training and orientation session dates, as well as code of conduct and return to New Student Programs by the given deadline. This information will be mailed to the candidates email.
  • Please review the job description and answer all of the following quetions.

  • References

    Please list 2 references below.  References should be a former Orientation Leader/ Peer Mentor a faculty and/or staff member and/or a previous employer.  These references should be willing to evaluate your concern for people, communication skills, sense of responsibility, judgment, cooperation, flexibility and other characteristics related to the Orientation Leader / Peer Mentor Position/s – References can fill out the reference form here: 

    Orientation Leader Reference Form 2021

    Reference One

  • Reference Two

  • APPLICATIONS has been extended. Please apply ASAP. 

     

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