PA Job Description

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

ELIGIBILITY

Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and be enrolled in courses and present on campus during academic months at time of application and throughout the term of employment.
Must be in good conduct standing with the College and be able to pass a criminal background check
Must successfully complete the outlined application process.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in Peer Advocate Training beginning Block 4 and continuing through Block 8 and the week before New Student Orientation in August
Actively participate in leadership training and campus information sessions
Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for all new students
Advise, lead, motivate, and evaluate a team of 10-15 Peer Group Members (PGM) during the New Student Orientation (NSO) program, provide them with information about Cornell, and involve them in activities after classes begin
Attend NSO team meetings and functions after classes begin
Complete required paperwork throughout Blocks 1, 2, 3 in academic year 2013-14
Other duties as assigned

EXPECTATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Place the highest emphasis on role as Peer Advocate among co-curricular involvements throughout campus and remain committed throughout the term of the position
Be familiar with Cornell College policies, procedures, and services provided to students on campus
Abide by College policies and procedures
Be able to influence, motivate, and lead a diverse group of people
Be assertive, creative, responsible, flexible, and sociable
Have a positive attitude and encourage positive attitudes of others

CHRONOLOGICAL OUTLINE OF RESPONSIBLITIES (outline is subject to change)

Blocks 4-6: Initial Student Leader Seminar courses
Blocks 7-8: Continuing Student Leader Seminar courses offerings
Thursday, August 22 through Monday, August 26: NSO Staff Training
Tuesday, August 27 through Saturday, August 24: New Student Orientation Week
Blocks 1-3 plan, participate and encourage Peer Group Members to attend campus wide events
Blocks 1-3 attend NSO Team Staff Meetings
Block 3: Meet individually with each PGM

COMPENSATION

Peer Advocates are awarded approximately $250 for their work in the form of student aid. Failure to carry out the duties of the position could result in dismissal and /or reduction of compensation.

EVALUATION

On-going evaluation and continual feedback will be practiced. A formal evaluation process, including assessments from Orientation Leaders and Peer Group Members, may be conducted in September and November.