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Position Title:

CNR SSC Peer Mentor

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

Job Summary:

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This was only posted again to rehire current employees. New applications will not be considered at this time.

College of Natural Resources Student Success Center

Position: CNR SSC Peer Mentor (multiple positions available)

Compensation: $12.00/hour

Department Description:

The College of Natural Resources (CNR) Student Success Center (SSC) is the place to go for student inquiries. The SSC offers confidential advising and related services to help students choose and achieve their academic and career goals. It also promotes exceptional classroom performance and out-of-class preparation. The SSC is staffed by Professional Advisors and Peer Mentors who are experts in CNR academic programs and offerings. The CNR SSC supports all CNR faculty, staff, and students in various capacities including advising, finding ways to get involved, graduation plans/checks, explaining differences between majors, minors, certificates, and career paths, summer field experience information, searching for summer jobs/internships, creating resumes, and much more.

Position Description:

We seek a diverse group of Peer Mentors to help the CNR SSC achieve its goal of assisting students to excel in their academics and career plans. The CNR SSC Peer Mentors are role models to all CNR students. Peer Mentors will assist with a variety of tasks that are academic, career, and administrative focused.

• Must develop a working knowledge of CNR and university academic policies and procedures.
• Staff the CNR SSC front desk providing accurate information and scheduling appointments, often assisting several students at once, etc.
• Mentor CNR students regarding CNR majors, careers, resumes, cover letters, job searches, and how to become involved in their majors and interact with faculty. 
• Refer students to other resources, such as the Tutoring and Learning Center, Disability Resource Center, Counseling Center, etc...
• Acquaint students with extra-curricular activities and student organizations on campus.
• Meet with prospective families and participate in recruitment activities/events, as needed.
• Create and maintain accurate records of appointments and student interactions.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student meetings and information.
• Co-facilitate the instruction of the “NRES 101- Natural Resources First Year Seminar” and offer various informational sessions on involvement opportunities, internships, accesSPoint/Canvas training, etc.
• Develop and lead retention events that have social, academic, and/or career focuses.
• Attend mandatory training sessions and weekly staff meetings.
• Assist with extra projects, as needed.

Qualifications:

• College of Natural Resources (CNR) major with Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status and at least 3 semesters remaining on campus (graduation date of Fall 2026 or later)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above (preferred)
• Active involvement in at least one or two student organizations or extracurricular activities
• Must have good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills and be able to work in an environment that can be fast-paced
• Desire to help other students and be a trusted team member
• Able to work 8 or more hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend requirements
• Work study helpful, but not required

To Apply: Please complete the application listed below and email a copy of your Resume to Katie Youngberg at kyoungbe@uwsp.edu by the listed due date.

Application Deadline: Friday, April 24th 12:00 pm (noon)

For additional information regarding the position, please contact Katie Youngberg.

Click here for the application.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Special Notes:

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Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.