Student Assistant- Graduate Student Success Mentor

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to graduate students in a variety of topics and skills
• Audit student needs and make referrals to appropriate NDNU support offices/centers for in-depth support
• Maintain accurate records of all student interactions (one-to-one meetings, group sessions, email, etc.)
• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development activities and training
• Coach and mentor incoming graduate students on their academic and professional journey
• Aid graduate students with navigating campus resources, software, and interfaces, including but not limited to MS Office Suite, Canvas, Campus Portal, Handshake, and library databases

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program at NDNU
• Completed at least one semester (2 courses) of graduate coursework
• Positive reference from at least one professor or staff member at NDNU
• Have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience working with relevant campus software and interfaces
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing excellent service
• Experience in coaching and/or mentoring students is desirable

Working Conditions

• Flexible work hours
• Opportunity to gain more valuable experience in teaching and mentoring

EEOC Policy

The University is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to non-discrimination in its hiring and other employment practices and in the application of its personnel policies. In compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists, employment decisions will be made irrespective of the staff member's race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except for minors), sex, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic condition), disability and/or any another status protected by law. When necessary, the University will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities, if the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform all essential functions of the position and if it will be done without undue hardship to the University.