Student Assistant - Business & Leadership

Purpose

To assist the College of Business & Leadership in developing, creating and implementing some of our College’s outreach initiatives and goals

Duties/Responsibilities

The student worker would be tasked with including, but not limited to internal and external marketing/communications (LinkedIn; e-newsletter, etc). Additional work would involve drafting and editing documents. It is our expectation that the student worker would be able to assist all faculty and staff within our College on additional duties and needs as they arise in order to meet our outreach initiatives and goals.

Qualifications

Applicant should possess strong Microsoft Office mastery, including Word and Excel. Additionally applicant should demonstrate excellent writing and editing skills. Experience with marketing and/or outreach campaigns and/or coursework taken within marketing classes is a plus.  Experience with web-based software programs (i.e. LinkedIn, e-newsletters, etc) is a plus, but required.

Hours (average) to work per week

5 to 10

Den/Residence Life Staff - Residence Life

Purpose

To assist the Residence Life professional staff to accomplish the duties associated with running a successful student housing program. To encourage

Duties/Responsibilities

The job entails helping to maintain the office of Residence Life by performing general office duties such as filing, answering phones, dealing with paperwork, keeping the Den open for students, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Student at Lourdes, eligible for the Federal Work-Study Program, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, able to lift 25-50 pounds and climb three flights of stairs.

Pay Range

$7.40/hr

Hours (average) to work per week

10-15

Period of Employment

Potentially Year Round

Sports Information Director Work-Study Student - Athletics

Purpose

To offer stats/clerical assistance to the Sports Information Director

Duties/Responsibilities

The Work-Study Student is responsible for assisting the Sports Information Director. Specifically, attend all home athletic events and take stats for each game. May also complete data entry/clerical work in the office.

Qualifications

Must be knowledgeable about sports and the rules of the games, specifically basketball, volleyball and baseball. Preference also given to those with media and/or audio/visual experience.

Pay Range

$7.40

Hours (average) to work per week

8-10 hours per week

Period of EmploymentFull semester or Full school year

Student Office Help - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Purpose

Workload Relief for MSN Administrative Assistant and MSN Faculty

Duties/Responsibilities

• Typing
• Filing
• Copying
• Scanning
• Faxing
• Mail Handling
• Creating file folders
• Organizing reference materials
• Updating binders
• Lab assist with organizing NAP materials & labeling
• Keep a log of tasks done and time needed to complete tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Familiar with office machines: copy machine, fax machine, scanner, labeler, laminator
• Computer literate
• Dependable
• Flexible schedule
• Good communication skills

Hours (average) to work per week

10

Purpose

Assist with various projects in the department

Duties/Responsibilities

Update equipment inventory; safety; clean, organize and record inventory.

Qualifications

Basic computer skills, attention to detail, basic knowledge of Chemistry and Physics/safety

Hours (average) to work per week

4

Social Networking and Internet Specialist - Graduate School

Purpose

To help manage the Graduate School’s web presence

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain the Graduate School’s presence on social networking websites
• Investigate various online advertising opportunities
• Help manage and update the Graduate School’s web pages

Qualifications

• Familiarity with computers and social networking websites
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good work ethic
• Self-motivated

Hours (average) to work per week

8 to 10

Resident Assistant - Residence Life

The Resident Assistant (RA) is an essential figure in the University’s efforts to create inviting, intellectual, and inclusive residence halls. As an RA, you will have great impact on your students in a variety of ways. You are not “in charge of” your students; rather, you are responsible for and accountable to them – your goal as an RA is to build, foster, and manage an academic community of young adults. This position is complex and you will take on many challenges as you serve the needs of your residents and your University.

The duties and responsibilities of an RA are numerous and overlapping. The description that follows is long but in no way comprehensive; the success of an RA is measured by exceeding the expectations described herein and not merely meeting the minimum competencies required.

The Department of Residence Life believes that RAs have three main roles in their work with students: as an Educator, a Community Leader, and an Administrator.

Educator

Everyone at Lourdes University has a stake in its educational mission. One of an RA’s roles is to be a peer educator. Through active and passive programming, role modeling, and regular contact with students, RA’s have the ability to have a positive impact on students’ educational experience at the University.

Programming

Residence hall programs are educational and community‐building activities created, executed, and evaluated by Resident Assistants. Educational programs are aligned with one or more of the department’s learning outcomes and are designed using established techniques of good pedagogy.

Peer Advising

As representatives of the department and University, Resident Assistants are expected to remain objective when a conflict arises in the community or when students solicit the RA for advice or peer counseling. In many cases, the primary role of the RA will be to refer students to appropriate resources for help.

Role Model

“Life in a fishbowl,” as it is called, requires RAs to be constantly aware of their actions as one of their most important responsibilities is to lead by example. It is through their responsible behaviors that RAs can exert unspoken influence over their residents so that they may act in a similar manner.

Diversity

The Department of Residential Life is committed to providing environments free from harassment, discrimination, and intolerance in order to fulfill the University’s mission of a diverse campus. Resident Assistants serve as key educators for the value of diversity in the residence halls, for it is from a broad range of perspectives that knowledge is expanded and deepened.

Community Leader

The goal of the Resident Assistant is to build, foster, and manage an academic community of young adults. In pursuit of this goal, the RA must lead that community through activities that promote interaction, communication, mature decision making in order to make the residence hall less imposing and more inviting a Home Away from Home.

Social Programming

In addition to educational activities, Resident Assistants must engage their residents in activities designed to promote community among residents in the residence halls. These programs serve a vital function in making residents feel “at home” in an otherwise strange environment.

Hall/Floor/Section Meetings

Resident Assistants are primary communicators of information provided by the University, the Department of Residential Life, and other appropriate sources. Meetings with residents provide an important venue to disseminate this information as well as address concerns among residents.

Bulletin Boards

Bulletin boards are important passive ways to inform residents of resources and upcoming events. Resident Assistants are typically assigned one or more boards in their halls; one of these boards should be an informational resource. Other boards can be used for passive programming; information on this can be found in the staff handbook.

Visibility

Resident Assistants’ effectiveness in their role is primarily contingent upon their presence in their halls. In order to be viable resources for students, RAs must be available and open to interaction.

Section Environment

RAs set the tone for the place in which their residents live. In addition to regularly updated bulletin boards, RAs must do “the little things” in order to acknowledge their residents needs and importance. Each RA will have his/her own approach to effective interactions to foster community, but there are basic essentials expected of all staff members in order to ensure the mission of the department is met.

Conflict Resolution

Resident Assistants are often called upon to resolve conflicts that arise between residents. In this process, RAs are expected to encourage good communication and cooperation between the two opposing individuals or groups in order to bring a satisfactory conclusion to the conflict.

Administrator

Efficient management of the residence halls is dependent on administrative processes executed by the Resident Assistants.

Incident Management & Reporting

In the context of residence hall incidents, the RA becomes an “agent” of the University and as such is obligated, whether on or off duty, to respond to and report those incidents in a manner consistent with protocol and/or the instructions of supervisors.

Duty

In order to respond appropriately to emergency situations, violations of University policy, or other incidents requiring staff presence, Resident Assistants share in an on‐duty rotation for the five weeknight and two 24‐hour weekend shifts each week. During this time, duty RA’s serve as the primary Residential Life contact for students.

Openings & Closings

In order to execute the efficient, safe, and proper opening or closing of the residence halls, RAs are required to perform certain duties and functions that provide for the maximum possible security of the residence halls and during certain breaks, of the belongings of residents.

Facilities

The physical environment in which the students reside has great impact on their happiness and well‐being. RAs are important in the regular upkeep and maintenance of the residence halls in order to ensure a safe and inviting place for students to live and learn.

General Administration

“Administrivia,” as it is often called, comprises a portion of RAs’ responsibilities that are sometimes sporadic but nevertheless essential in the efficient management of the residential facilities. What follows is not an exhaustive but rather typical list of assignments given to staff.

Additional Policies & Expectations

The RA position is expected to be the next priority to academics and family obligations. RAs are expected to plan for at‐home family events, tests, papers, and other commitments so that they do not unduly interfere with the requirements of their position.

Academic Coach - Academic Services

Job Summary

Academic Coaches provide quality academic services to students as a means of integrating effective learning and study strategies for their assigned students. Each coach assists students in developing their knowledge, skills, and confidence to become independent learners. Academic Coaches are expected to be mature individuals who exert a positive influence on the members of the Lourdes community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promotes and integrates the Franciscan values of community, learning, reverence, and service.
• Acts as facilitator in students' development to help move their ideas forward in an effective plan for success.
• Provides time management and organizational skills that will help students become independent learners.
• Becomes familiar with all WIN Center resources to best provide assistance for student success.
• Actively uses established learning styles and study techniques to aid students in overcoming study skills and test anxiety issues.
• Ability to work with students of diverse ethnic backgrounds.
• Courteous and professional at all times with students, faculty, and staff.
• Logs in and out for each session using the TutorTrac system.
• Assures all students sign in and out for each coaching session.
• Writes reports for each session the day of the session, understanding the academic coaching coordinator will be checking the report for accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintains communication with supervisory staff about each student's progress.
• Hours must not exceed 19 hours per week.
• Must be able to learn and understand the Academic Policies and Procedures of Lourdes University.

Additional Duties and Responsibilies

• Keeps all information about the student confidential, complying with FERPA guidelines
• Arrives at the WIN Center at least 10 minutes before scheduled time (for academic coaching sessions and training)
• Fosters academic integrity
• Attends all training and in-service sessions
• Maintains professionalism by modeling appropriate academic attitudes and behaviors to students, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be able to exhibit effective time management, organizational, and study skills.
• Effective communication skills and the availability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
• Must work well with people and be committed to providing a nurturing approach to learning with technology
• Teaching and tutoring experience preferred
• Must have completed at least 2 semesters at Lourdes University.
• Must maintain a Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0

The Office of Admissions is looking for a few Lourdes University students to work for our Phone Bank. Students are scheduled evenings (5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) or Saturdays (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) for one to three shifts per week.

We are looking for dependable workers with a friendly phone voice, computer skills, a positive attitude, and an attention to detail. Customer service experience and sales or marketing experience a plus, but not required.

You must be a Lourdes University student.

The Student Note Taker position provides legible copies of notes to specifically assigned students according to course schedule and need.

• Attend all courses regularly
• Maintain strict confidentiality in regard to those who are being served
• Taking accurate notes from class lectures
• Provide legible copies to assigned students within 24-36 hours of class
• Complete required contract sheets for documentation and payment in timely manner
• Maintain communication with assigned students and Accessibility Services

• Typing and emailing notes for specific students as assigned
• Notifying Accessibility Services of any issues, conflicts in schedule, etc.

Must be able to maintain integrity of confidentiality. Friendly, outgoing personality essential to assist in maintaining continual communication with assigned students and Accessibility Services. Note Taking assignment corresponds with individual note taker's course schedules and need for services. Students other than first semester Freshmen or Transfer students need a GPA minimum of 3.0. Availability updated each semester based on performance and/or GPA status.

The Exam Proctor position provides professional reading/writing services for students with disabilities during testing in the WIN Center.

• Read, write, and/or type specific answers through accurate dictation from the student verbatim
• Maintain strict confidentiality in regard to those who are being served
• Maintain integrity and quality of the testing environment
• Complete required contract sheets for documentation and payment in timely manner
• Maintain communication with Accessibility Services and the WIN Center testing personnel

• Must be able to maintain integrity of confidentiality.
• Friendly, patient, outgoing personality essential to assist in maintaining continual communication with students, Accessibility Services, and the WIN Center.
• Academic honesty a must.
• Be at least Junior status (56 credit hours) and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Flexible hours (contacted as students schedule exams, usually a week before)
• Respond to university email communications within 24-36 hours.
• Attend Exam Proctor Training Session with Accessibility Services Required