Extra Help Assistant/Peer Mentor-1

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Clerical

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Student Success and Leadership Development

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Extra Help Assistant is responsible for providing unskilled, semi-skilled labor or performing basic office tasks in a state agency or institution. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or the formal education equivalent; 

• Currently enrolled as a UA Little Rock student; 

• Must be a sophomore with 30 or more hours.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a peer mentor and assist students with navigating college life; 

• Attend all mandatory training and meetings throughout the term; 

• Facilitate discussions with student mentees twice a month;

• Become familiar with various resources on campus; 

• Inform supervisor of any student concerns; 

• Create and participate in opportunities to support student mentees; 

• Regularly attend Trojan Leadership Fellows Program events; 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong time management and communication skills; 

• Display a fitting, cooperative, and approachable attitude and demeanor; 

• Communicate by effectively writing, listening, and speaking; 

• Ability to work with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population; 

• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity; 

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion; 

• Demonstrate flexibility in your approach to mentoring.

 

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$1,000 stipend

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Justin Harmon ,M.Ed.
AD Student Success & Leadership Development
[email protected]

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Lifting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling

Benefits Eligible:

No