2021 Bentley University Orientation Assistant Position Description

2021 Bentley University Orientation Assistant Highly motivated, enthusiastic, positive students, with an attention to detail, who are looking to enhance their leadership skills by serving as role models, guides and mentors to the Orientation Leader teams, new students and families at Bentley University.

All orientation staff will lead with the Bentley Core Values and be: I. Professional II. Globally minded III. Comfortable facilitating activities IV. A team player V. Excited about Bentley VI. Flexible VII. Committed to Racial Justice and fostering an inclusive environment The Orientation Assistant (OAs) are essential members of the team who are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all new students and the Orientation team. They are responsible for programmatic and logistical components of the training of the O-team, the orientation program, and other transition experiences.

It will be the responsibility of the OAs to:  Provide direct support to a group of OLs  Assist the Central Staff and Student Coordinators in the planning of training and other projects throughout the summer in a collateral role.  Help manage operational components of the August Orientation Program Our OAs are integral to the successful execution of the Orientation Program as well as thoroughly preparing the Orientation Leaders for their role. Each OA will be responsible for helping with one training session and a summer collateral assignment. Successful candidates will be flexible and willing to adjust to the needs of the program and training. Please be advised that there may be other duties as assigned.

Staff must be available for summer training and program execution. Dates will be provided with offer. Please note that we may need to adjust the role, modality of the program, or needs given the current situation with the COVD-19 pandemic. We are committed to transparency throughout the process and working with staff as adjustments arise.

Academic/Conduct Requirement: Please be aware, that in order to be hired for this position, you must be in good judicial standing with the University and, also, have a GPA of at least 2.5. *Providing a welcoming environment for all new and future falcons is important, and we may request your help at programs such as Admitted Students Day and Open House.