Orientation Leader Information
Orientation leaders (OLs) are responsible for assisting CSU Channel Islands with orientation preparation, planning, coordination, and facilitation. OLs welcome new students to the campus and enhance their University experience through mentoring, workshop training, presentations, activities, and events.
OLs are responsible for working with students as they adjust to a new environment by assisting with answering any questions they and/or family members may have, performing academic and peer advising, planning and presenting orientation sessions, performing preparation work, and imparting historical and current information about CI.
Purpose
The primary purpose of the orientation leader is to carry out the aims of Island View Orientation (IVO) in the following ways:
- Offer new students, parents and guests the best possible introduction to the programs and services at CI
- Assist students in their adjustment to CI
- Assist with the development and implementation of the Welcome Celebration, Ask Me Campaign and Freshmen Reunion
Duration of the 2013 OL Experience
Orientation leader hiring will be conducted in the fall, and the position officially begins in the spring on an hourly part-time basis for approximately 30 hours total in the spring. OLs will then work 40+ hours per week and live on campus from approximately the end of the spring semester through mid-July. OLs will then be expected to work 40 hours from August 14 through 25 to plan and implement transfer orientation and the Welcome Celebration.
Additionally, OLs are expected to volunteer time in the following ways: six (6) hours for Discover CI in the spring, six (6) hours for the Ask Me Campaign held on August 26 and 27, and planning and implementing the Freshmen Reunion event in the fall.
Orientation leaders must be available for the following events:
- Discover CI: April 13, 2013
- Welcome Celebration: August 25, 2013
- Ask Me Campaign: August 26 – 27, 2013
- Spring Training Sessions that will occur on Fridays beginning in the spring
- 2013 Freshmen and Transfer Orientation Dates: (2013 dates will be posted in October)
Special Notes
Orientation staff shirts will be provided and must be worn during all orientation activities. Incumbents are expected to wear their own shorts or pants (which meet agreed upon guidelines).
Additional Position Information
Orientation leaders are an important and intricate part of a new student’s initiation to the University. An OL is a student who is employed by New Student, Orientation and Transition Programs (NSOTP) and is selected on the basis of his/her intellect, motivation, leadership qualities, willingness to assume responsibilities, embodiment of CI spirit and ability to relate to first-time college students. All OLs are supervised by and directly responsible to the associate director of Access, Orientation and Transition Programs (AOT), and are under the general direction of the NSOTP specialist. Job performance will be evaluated by the students attending orientation, fellow orientation staff, and AOT staff. The unique role of the OL requires flexibility, creativity and the ability to be a source of information, an educator and, finally, a figure of leadership. In addition, OLs should be committed to their own personal growth and development as students themselves.
- Orientation Leader Position Description
- Returning Orientation Leader Position Description
- Senior Orientation Leader Position Description
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Orientation Leader Position Description
(18 Orientation Leader positions)
Job Description
The orientation leader (OL) is responsible for assisting CI in preparing for, planning, coordinating and facilitating IVO. The orientation leader must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to first-year and transfer students. Organizational skills are also essential, as is the ability to learn quickly, give clear instructions, and solve problems in a timely and efficient manner. Involvement in some areas of campus life and familiarity with the organizations and resources of the University through volunteer or work experience are desirable. OLs should be enthusiastic ambassadors of the University. In addition, OLs must be able to relate well with students, parents, family members, and CI faculty/staff. OLs should be comfortable working independently and as a part of the orientation staff team.
Requirements/Qualifications
Students applying for the orientation leader position must:
- Have attended CI for at least one semester
- Be a student in good academic and behavioral standing at CI with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 upon the completion of the Fall 2012 semester*
- Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills
- Have the ability to relate to a diverse population
- Have the ability to effectively communicate with large audiences
- Be a team player with intrinsic motivation
- Have experience with team development and conflict resolution
Additional Requirements
- Incumbents may not take traditional, on-campus classes during the summer until after July 12. Online courses within these sessions may be considered but are based on approval by the associate director of Access, Orientation & Transition Programs (AOT).
- OLs are not permitted to work another job during IVO and are expected to keep their outside commitments to a minimum.
Compensation
Orientation leaders will receive hourly compensation for spring training and preparation hours and $1,500, which will be broken up into separate monthly checks over the duration of the summer, and housing from approximately the end of the spring semester to July 12 and again from August 14 to 25 in Anacapa Village or Santa Cruz Village if living on campus for the Fall 2013 semester. OLs will also gain valuable transferable experience with mentoring peers; have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others that are going through an important transition; and be introduced to the Student Affairs profession.
*Please note: Dates are subject to change and no exceptions will be made to this policy.
Returning Orientation Leader Position Description [top]
Job Description
The returning orientation leader (ROL) is responsible for taking initiative and leading in orientation preparation, planning, coordination, and facilitation. ROLs must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to new orientation leaders on the team, as well as first-year and transfer students. In addition, ROLs must be able to relate well with a diverse population, other student leaders, parents, family members, and CI faculty/staff. ROLs are expected to demonstrate increased critical thinking and problem solving skills. Organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to learn quickly, give clear instructions, and solve problems in a timely and efficient manner. Continued involvement in campus life and familiarity with the organizations and resources of the University through volunteer or work experience are expected. ROLs should be enthusiastic ambassadors of the University, demonstrating commitment to the University Mission, the aims and objectives of Island View Orientation, and ongoing improvements of the program. ROLs should be able to work independently and as part of the orientation staff team. They are expected to demonstrate mentorship to new OLs on the team, as well as consider new ideas suggested by the new OL staff.
Requirements/Qualifications
Students applying for the returning orientation leader position must:
- Have served as an orientation leader for at least one prior summer term
- Be a student in good academic and behavioral standing at CI with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 upon the completion of the Fall 2012 semester
- Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills
- Have the ability to relate to a diverse population and effectively communicate with large audiences
- Demonstrate critical thinking and good judgment
- Be a team player with intrinsic motivation
- Have experience with team development and conflict resolution
Additional Requirements:
- It is highly preferred that incumbents do not take traditional, on-campus classes during the summer. Online courses within these sessions may be considered.
- ROLs are not permitted to work another job during IVO and are expected to keep their outside commitments to a minimum.
Compensation
Returning orientation leaders will receive hourly compensation for spring training and preparation hours and $1,650, which will be broken up into separate monthly checks over the duration of the summer, and housing from approximately the end of the spring semester to July 12 and again from August 14 to 25 in Anacapa Village or Santa Cruz Village if living on campus for the Fall 2013 semester. ROLs will also gain valuable transferable experience with mentoring peers; have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others that are going through an important transition; and be introduced to the Student Affairs profession.
*Please note: Dates are subject to change and no exceptions will be made to this policy.
Senior Orientation Leader Position Description [top]
(One position)
The senior orientation leader must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to first-year and transfer students. Organizational skills are also essential, as is the ability to learn quickly, give clear instructions, and solve problems in a timely and efficient manner. Involvement in some areas of campus life and familiarity with the organizations and resources of the University through volunteer or work experience are desirable.
Senior OLs should be enthusiastic ambassadors of the University. In addition, they must be able to relate well with students, parents, family members, and CI faculty/staff. Senior orientation leaders should be comfortable working independently and as a part of the orientation staff team.
Purpose
The primary purpose of the Senior Orientation Leader is to carry out the aims of Island View Orientation (IVO) in the following ways:
- Offer new students, parents and guests the best possible introduction to the programs and services at CI
- Assist students in their adjustment to CI
- Oversee Orientation Leader projects, build a positive and productive team, and facilitate programs
- Assist with the development and implementation of the Welcome Celebration and Ask Me Campaign
Duration of the 2013 Senior OL Experience
The senior orientation leader will start during the spring semester and be expected to work hourly as determined by the associate director on a weekly basis to prepare for the orientation leader training program and Island View Orientation. The job will continue in the summer and the senior OL will work 40+ hours per week and live on campus from approximately the end of the spring semester to July 12 and again from August 14 to 25 in Anacapa Village or Santa Cruz Village if living on campus for the Fall 2013 semester.. Senior OLs will then be expected to work 20 hours per week and live on campus from August 14 through 25 to plan and implement transfer orientation and the Welcome Celebration. Additionally, senior OLs are expected to work six (6) hours for the Ask Me Campaign held on August 26 and 27 and assist in planning and implementing the Freshmen Reunion event in the fall.
The senior orientation leader must also be available for the following events:
- Discover CI: April 13, 2013
- Welcome Celebration: August 25, 2013
- Ask Me Campaign: August 26 – 27, 2013
- Spring Training Sessions that will occur on Fridays beginning in the spring.
- 2013 Freshmen and Transfer Orientation Dates: (Dates will be posted in October.)
Job Description
The Senior Orientation Leader is typically a former orientation leader. The Senior OL must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to fellow student leaders as well as first-year and transfer students. Organizational skills are also essential, as is the ability to learn quickly, give clear instructions, and solve problems in a timely and efficient manner. Involvement in some areas of campus life and familiarity with the organizations and resources of the University through volunteer or work experience are desirable. Senior OLs should be enthusiastic ambassadors of the University. In addition, Senior OLs must be able to relate well with students, parents, family members, and CI faculty/staff. Senior OLs should be comfortable working independently and as a part of the Orientation staff team.
As an official liaison of the University and a trained professional member of the orientation staff, the Senior OL is expected to handle his/her responsibilities maturely and exhibit exemplary conduct while on the job.
Responsibilities
Senior Orientation Leaders:
- Are required to assist with the training, recruitment, hiring and supervision of Orientation leaders
- Are required to assist with the overall implementation and coordination of Island View Orientation and Transition Programs
- Are required to submit an end of the summer evaluative report.
- Complete prep work for other orientation programs (i.e. transfer, fall, international, and other pre-term programs).
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements/Qualifications
Students applying for the Senior Orientation Leader position:
- Must be enrolled as a student at CI
- Have attended CI for at least one semester
- Must have a minimum 3.0 CI grade point average
- Must currently be in good academic and behavioral standing at CI
- Live on campus from mid-May through mid-July
- May not hold another summer job (paid or volunteer) during the time commitment
Additional Requirements
- Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills
- Ability to relate to a diverse audience
- Ability to effectively communicate with large audiences
- Previous experience in working with orientation or equivalent knowledge
- Team player with intrinsic motivation
- Experience with team development and conflict resolution
- Experience in a leadership position
- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of office equipment and facilities
- Familiarity with PC computers, knowledge of word processing, Excel, Publisher, and spreadsheets
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce office procedures
- General office work experience (i.e. answering phones, copying, faxing, etc.)
Compensation
The senior orientation leader will receive hourly compensation for spring training and preparation hours and $1,800, which will be broken up into separate monthly checks over the duration of the summer, and housing from approximately the end of the spring semester to July 12 and again from August 14 to 25 in Anacapa Village or Santa Cruz Village if living on campus for the Fall 2013 semester. The senior OL will also gain valuable transferable experience with mentoring peers; have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others that are going through an important transition; and be introduced to the Student Affairs profession.
*Please note: Dates are subject to change and no exceptions will be made to this policy.