Student Hourly-Senior Orientation Position

Position Overview The primary function of a Senior Orientation Assistant is to serve in a leadership role during Orientation. Senior Orientation Assistants act as role models, assist with the planning and execution of training for the 2027-2028 Orientation Assistant team, and work toward the goal of assisting new students with their academic, social, and personal transition to the University of Kansas. A strong candidate will have a strong interest in developing, mentoring, and leading fellow Orientation Assistants to their full potential.

They will demonstrate leadership throughout the Orientation process. They will possess a desire to serve in a leadership role harmoniously with others. They will serve as a role model; demonstrate good judgement and ethical behavior.

They will demonstrate the ability to work as a team player. They can motivate themselves and others; demonstrate a strong work ethic and demonstrate a desire to help others be flexible and creative.

Job Description The duties listed below will be divided among the Senior Orientation Assistants. SPRING DUTIES 30%-Assist the Student Staff Coordinator in planning OA Training 20%-Execute assigned pre-Summer OA Training tasks 10%-Participate in Orientation Assistant Recruitment 10%-Be present in Orientation Assistant interviews 10%-Contribute to the hiring process of new Orientation Assistants 20%-Partake in Senior Orientation Assistant Team Meetings TRAINING DUTIES 30%-Lead a team of assigned Orientation Assistants within the larger Orientation Assistant team 20%-Provide mentorship to assigned Orientation Assistants 10%-Serve as a point of communication between Orientation Assistants and full-time staff 20%-Create and execute team-building activities with the Orientation Assistant team 10%-Train Orientation Assistants in areas of expertise or areas of personal interest as they align with the Orientation Assistant training calendar 10%-Greet presenters and campus partners as they arrive for training SUMMER DUTIES 5%-Conduct weekly check-ins with assigned Orientation Assistants to ensure the team feels confident and supported (i.e. self-care, personal well-being) 30%-Manage and lead a student group of up to 30 incoming students during Orientation sessions 30%-Facilitate small group discussions and provide pertinent information to incoming students about all things KU, including policies, procedures, involvement opportunities, campus resources, and more 5%-Develop interpersonal communication skills through OA training and during the OA role 10%-Provide excellent customer service throughout all portions of the Orientation and Transition process, including but not limited to Orientation sessions, Hawk Week, and at the OTP front desk 5%-Leverage critical thinking skills through on-the-job adaptability 5%-Engage and interface with incoming students, current students, parents & guests, and campus partners throughout Orientation and during the academic year 5%-Receive and provide feedback on the OA role and experience with OTP staff and leadership 5%-Utilize conflict management and delivery method changes when needed and appropriate

Required Qualifications Previous experience as an Orientation Assistant or Senior Orientation Assistant in Summer 2026 Available Summer 2027 OAs are required to be present during OA training (excluding weekends and Memorial Day) Summer Orientation Sessions Availability during Hawk Week OAs are prohibited from taking in-person courses, but online enrollment is welcome in Summer 2027 Record of punctuality and reliability in the Orientation Assistant role as demonstrated with application materials. Position

Requirements During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions (1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR. (2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently. Additional Candidate Instructions In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position: Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.

Resume List of three (3) professional references To ensure consideration please apply by Friday, October 23rd, 2026. A review of applicants will continue until a qualified pool of candidates has been indentified.