Campus Experience Team - Student Ambassador

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Position : Campus Experience Team - Student Ambassador Location : River Forest, IL

Job Id : 1876 # of Openings : 0 JOB DESCRIPTION Title : Student Ambassador Compensation : Hourly Pay Department : Office of Undergraduate Admissions Reports to : Campus Experience Manager EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL DOMINICAN EMPLOYEES : To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.

POSITION DESCRIPTION : Student Ambassadors represent and promote DU to prospective students, their families, and other guests, often, sharing the first impression of campus.

Our Student Ambassadors play a vital role in the admission process by creating a positive and exciting campus experience and encouraging prospective students to choose DU.

JOB COMPONENTS / / PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide high-impact campus tours that highlight our academic rigor, intentional affordability, values-based / relationship-centered learning environment and your firsthand experiences at DU.
• Provide personalized campus tours and visits to guests based on academic, athletic and experiential interests.
• Support on-campus visit activities and programs such as open houses, receptions, admitted student events, panels, and group visits.
• Develop relationships online through our chat platform, Unibuddy. Duties include but are not limited to : responding to messages, and supporting ongoing student engagement.
• Learn from other members of DU as well as campus partners to foster opportunities for connection and belonging at Admission sponsored events.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be a Dominican University student in good standing and not on Academic or Disciplinary probation.
• Must complete the Student Ambassador Canvas course and training modules.
• Must be available to attend all Student Ambassador continuous (in-person or virtual) learning sessions.
• Must have the availability to work evenings, during break periods, and weekends to support special events.

BASIC COMPETENCIES : (Required knowledge, skills, abilities)

• Possess immense enthusiasm and pride for DU with a desire to share your story and experiences.
• Demonstrated skills for hospitality, customer service and creating high-impact experiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to the work of Undergraduate Admissions and desire to share in the mission and goals of the department.
• Must be enrolled at least part-time, degree-seeking student status at Dominican University.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work with diverse groups.
• Dependable, outgoing, motivated and proactive - a self-starter, willing to take initiative.
• Possess the ability to listen, problem-solve, and react quickly.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS : This is a paid hourly position and does not count hours (this means you can hold another position on campus).

Student Ambassadors can expect their hours to vary week-by-week based on campus events and campus tour opportunities. This position also includes a recognition program with meaningful experiences and awards.

Being a Student Ambassador is more than just an on-campus job, it’s an opportunity to :

• Build your resume and reference list;
• Receive cross-training to be eligible for other intradepartmental sponsored on-campus positions such as an Admission Office Student Assistant and Welcome & Information Desk (WID) Agent;
• Enhance your professional development;
• Develop and / or improve your communication and leadership skills; and
• Network and bond with administration, faculty, staff and fellow students.
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