• Job Description

  Req#: 4414290
  The First-Generation Student Success Center (FGSSC) is hiring First-Gen Peer Mentors who will support, plan, and participate in FGSSC programming, especially First-Gen Crew, to support First-Gen students at UVU and the mission of the Center. FGSSC defines first-gen students as neither parent(s)/guardian(s) who graduated with a bachelor’s degree from within the U.S. First-Gen Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the FGSSC Coordinator(s) and Director.
  • 30% Develops, implements, and coordinates activities for FGSSC First-Gen Crew program with the Coordinators and Director
  • 30% Supports and plans additional FGSSC programming for first-gen students at UVU
  • 30% Perform a range of staff and/or operational support activities, including collaborating with other mentors and FGSSC staff to provide program support and maintain confidential documents and files.
  • 10% Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Must be a current UVU student.
  • Must have a minimum current and cumulative GPA of 2.7
  • Must have completed 20 credits or more at UVU Must be familiar with FGSSC programming
  • Must be familiar with the first-gen college student experience
  • Interest in the well-being of first-gen student peers
  Preferred Qualifications
  
  • Status a first-generation college student
  • Involvement with FGSSC programming
  Knowledge
  • Knowledge of first-gen student experiences Knowledge in current mentoring and coaching strategies for higher ed. students.
  • Knowledge of a variety of computer applications including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and Adobe Design Suite.
  • Knowledge of on-campus resources
  Skills
  • Skills in organizational, verbal, and written communication.
  • Skills in interpersonal, problem-solving, decision-making, and public relations sufficient to work with and relate to a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.
  Abilities
  • Ability to work in an office environment with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to work with attention to detail, maturity, professional demeanor, tact, diplomacy, and a sense of humor.
  • Ability to prioritize and to change priorities as needs arise.

• About the company

  UVU’s unique model focuses on student success. Through engaged learning, rigorous academic programs, and faculty-mentored research, UVU is transforming higher education by making it more affordable and accessible for all students.

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