Connection Ambassador Lead
Educational Partnerships and Student Success (EPSS) is housed within the Division of Student Affairs and is dedicated to creating partnerships both on and off campus and providing quality programs and services that empower students and their families to become engaged members of the IUPUI community.
Educational Partnerships and Student Success (EPSS) is offering a leadership development opportunity for two undergraduate student to support other students, parents, families and supporters who are navigating transition to and through IUPUI. The Ambassador Lead position is an opportunity to help individuals learn more about campus resources, getting connected, and tips on how to become an engaged member of the IUPUI community. The Ambassador Lead role will serve as a representative for EPSS and the Division of Student Affairs by specifically supporting Parent and Family Programs and Weeks of Welcome.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Enrolled IUPUI undergraduate student
- In good standing academically and judicially with the university
- 2.5 cumulative GPA
- At least 24 credit hours completed
- Available to work 10-15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters; this position may also have the opportunity for summer employment.
AMBASSADOR LEADS SHOULD:
- Possess strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
- Have the ability to work well with others individually and in small groups.
- Work effectively with diverse populations.
- Be able to observe, adapt, and respond to needs within office program implementation.
- Be involved in student life at IUPUI. (This may include clubs/organizations, campus leadership positions, athletics, community service, etc.)
- Be able to demonstrate and articulate the benefits of being involved on-campus and introduce students to campus resources to help them succeed.
- Possess knowledge and demonstrate enthusiasm for the IUPUI campus and community.
- Have prior experience planning programs and/or events.
- Demonstrate leadership and teamwork experience.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise Connection Ambassadors who will assist with programs and initiatives.
- Assist with the development and implementation of engagement opportunities through Parent and Family Programs and during Weeks of Welcome.
- Assist in the supervision and management of event volunteers.
- Procure and draft content for various communications streams (bi-monthly e-newsletters, announcements on social media, etc.)
- Assist in developing marketing strategies to promote EPSS programs and services through various outlets including social media, fliers, and giveaways.
- Express the benefits and importance of being involved on-campus to students and families.
- Share information and knowledge about campus resources.
- Represent EPSS and/or the Division of Student Affairs to students and families at orientation and/or various campus events as needed.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION:
- $10.15 per hour
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Actively engage and communicate with students and families to share resources and involvement information (PLUS+, Communicator & Community Contributor).
- Build positive relationships with staff and students to create cohesive teams, enact values and meet shared goals (PLUS+, Problem Solvers & Community Contributor).
- Initiate, develop and implement new programs and services to create a welcoming, supportive campus for all students (PLUS+, Innovator & Community Contributor).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Parent and Family Programs:
- Description: Parent and Family Programs at IUPUI is housed in the Educational Partnerships and Student Success office within the Division of Student Affairs. Students who experience parent and family support are more likely to succeed and persist to graduation. Parent and Family Programs is a one-stop for all incoming and current parents, families and supporters of IUPUI students to provide resources and support throughout their student’s college journey.
- Website: families.iupui.edu
Weeks of Welcome (WOW):
- Description: WOW is a large-scale, IUPUI campus tradition which typically takes place during the first two weeks of the fall and spring semesters. WOW is a student focused initiative which aims to welcome both new and returning students to IUPUI while providing both fun and engaging experiences. WOW provides opportunities for all members of the campus community to build and/or strengthen relationships with each other (i.e., students, staff, faculty, and administrators); it also helps students increase their knowledge and awareness of various campus resources and support services (both curricular and co-curricular).
- Website: wow.iupui.edu