Peer Mentor

Weekly Work Hours: 19.5

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About the Role

Responsible for providing support in assisting with student’s needs. The support areas may include, but are not limited to, an introduction to campus resources, goal setting, and academic planning. Some assignments will be directly in serving first-generation Federal Pell Grant recipients and students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Answers routine questions; processes forms according to departmental requirements (i.e., progress reports, timesheets, etc.).
• Provides information and assists students with career planning assessment tools, such as but not limited to, SIGI and DISCOVER.
• Plans and schedules activities for student(s) with direct instructions and assistance of supervisor.
• Utilizes the computer to present information, including but not limited to E-connect, internet searches for college and university information, and financial aid resources, while providing guidance and direction to student(s).
• Refers students to supervisor for advanced assistance.
• Assists students in creating a customized course selection guide and academic action plan.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Must have attended at least two (2) semesters at Dallas College and hold a GPA of 3.0.
• A valid Texas driver’s license is required due to travel throughout Dallas College area locations.
• Official transcripts will be required as proof of completion of two semesters and GPA to confirm requirements.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

Skills

• Possess oral and written communication skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals within the Dallas College community network.
• Ability to work with at-risk students tutoring in an open lab/self-paced setting.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $23.78

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do. Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees.