Orientation Leader Application

An Orientation Leader (OL) conveys information to new students and their families about Shawnee State University’s degree programs and services. The OL assists with all orientation events and plays a vital role in facilitating the adjustment of new students to our campus and the community. The OL position is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in gaining leadership skills and enhancing their marketability.

Responsibilities:
• Assist with the implementation and execution of Orientation programs, including Freshman, Transfer, Parent, Fall, Spring and Summer Orientations.
• Lead group discussions for groups of incoming students and family members.
• Provide support to academic and departmental offices during Orientation.
• Explain SSU academic and organizational opportunities.
• Guide incoming students on an informative tour of the SSU campus.
• Aid students with the online registration process.
• Attend ALL Orientations and training sessions.
• Perform extra duties is required, including but not limited to:
• Assist with assembly of orientation materials,
• Calling students/parents reminding them of upcoming orientation dates
• Participating in Admissions & Orientation events throughout the academic year.

Qualifications:
• SSU Pride
• Leadership potential
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Positive attitude and work ethic
• Currently enrolled student at Shawnee State University
• Desire to work with students, faculty, family, and staff
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 after Fall 2023
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA during the time of employment as an Orientation Leader
• Problem solving abilities
• Sensitivity to diversity in all forms
• Must enroll for Fall 2024 and be registered as a full time student

Benefits:
• Leadership experience
• Payment of $120 for each orientation date
• Leadership Training
• Meals during each Orientation
• Forming friendships with fellow Orientation Leaders
• SSU apparel
• Experience working with a diverse student population
• Develop professional relationships with faculty and staff
• Gain knowledge of Shawnee State University

Training Dates and Interview Dates
Group Interview: January 12th
Individual Interviews: TBD
Training: TBD

*Tentative Orientation Dates:
*Subject to Change

Saturday, April 13^th
Saturday, May 4^th
Saturday, June 1^st
Tuesday, June 11^th
Friday, June 28^th
Wednesday, July 24^th
Friday, July 26^th

If you would like additional information, contact Brittany Bazler at 740-351-3601 or bbazler@shawnee.edu.

Application deadline is December 13th

First Name

Last Name

SSU ID Number

Cell Phone

Email Address

Make sure your email is typed correctly and you have access to the email you list. We will contact you through this email you provide.

Major

Cumulative GPA

Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Birthdate

Other Colleges or Universities Attended

T-Shirt Size

What interests you about being an Orientation Leader (OL)?

What do you feel are the three challenges facing college students today?

What is your favorite memory about your first year at SSU?

What would you contribute to the Orientation staff?

What is one piece of advice you would give a new student at Orientation?

What is one thing about yourself which you could improve upon?

Please list the name, title, and telephone number of a faculty or staff member who we could contact to serve as a reference regarding your qualifications for this position

Reference Name

Reference Email

Please input your initials in the space provided to signify that you have read and understand the attached responsibilities of the Orientation Leader and that you further understand that I may not schedule any other employment or attend classes during scheduled Orientation sessions or training