Student Ambassador (Work Study/Part-Time)

Student Ambassador (Work Study/Part-Time) About the Organization Mars Hill University is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Founded in 1856 by Baptist families of the region, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in western North Carolina on its original site. Mars Hill University, is an academic community rooted in the Christian faith, that challenges and equips students to pursue intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through an education that is grounded in a rigorous study of the Liberal Arts, connected with the world of work, and committed to character development, to service, and to responsible citizenship in the community, the region, and the world.

Category Student Opportunities

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Description

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Conduct walking tours of the entire campus, including going up and down stairs, and hills

• Lift 20lbs

TIME REQUIREMENTS:

• At minimum two hours a week

• Ambassadors work both day time (9am-3pm) and night time (5pm-8pm) hours

• Dedicate at least one full (7am-3pm) Saturday a month (scheduled at the start of each semester)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Overview:

o "Student Ambassadors are a vital part of the recruitment process. They are often one of the very first connections prospective students make when visiting campus. They are responsible for giving campus tours. They also assist counselors in reaching out to students by phone, as well as assist in all Visit Events. For these reasons, a Student Ambassador is someone who is personable and outgoing. They are well spoken and speak about the university positively. They are hardworking, reliable, punctual, and over all a strong campus leader.

Eligible students have to have completed at least one semester at Mars Hill. They also must have/maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5. Upon being nominated, a student will receive an application for the position. The student is not required to apply, but it is strongly encouraged. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be considered for an interview. Interviews are the final step in the hiring process. Upon being hired, students will be trained as an Ambassador. If a student refuses or fails to complete the training process, they will be released from the position.

The hiring process for the Student Ambassador program takes place each spring semester. Admissions will call on faculty and staff to nominate candidates, candidates will be offered an application, applications will be reviewed, interviews conducted and students hired before leaving for the summer break. Students are not required to re-apply for the position every year. Once a student is hired, they remain a Student Ambassador until graduation, unless they resign or are released from the position."

• Give walking tours to prospective students and other campus guests

• Assist the admissions office in reaching out to prospective students by phone and postcard

• Assist with all Visit Events - be prepared to answer questions, direct prospective families, assist faculty as needed, be panelist for student/parent panels, be representative for specific major, set up/down tear for the days event

• Sit at front desk to welcome guests

• Answer main admissions phone line

• Assist in preparing mailings - fold letters, construct acceptance packets, stuff envelopes, label envelopes

• Create posts for the Admissions Social Media

Position Requirements

MHU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who fully support MHU's mission. Minorities and women are

encouraged to apply. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution

is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial

status, sexual orientation, and reprisal.

To file a complaint with Mars Hill University, contact:

Dr. Jennie Matthews

Office of Human Resources

Box 6664

Mars Hill University

Mars Hill, NC 28754

828 689-1197

828 689-1256 Fax

jmatthews@mhu.edu

To file a complaint of discrimination, write to:

USDA, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410

Washington DC 20250-9410

Or call toll-free at (866) 632-9992 (English) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642

(English Federal- relay) or (800) 845-6136

(Spanish Federal-relay).

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Open Date 6/29/2023

EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.