August 8, Dear Student Orientation Leader,

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1 August 8, 2012 Dear Student Orientation Leader, We are excited that you are interested in becoming a Student Orientation Leader! Our Student Orientation Leaders are crucial in the success of our department and mission. The Student Orientation Leader position is one of the most exciting leadership opportunities available at Arizona State University. You have the potential to serve as extremely influential leaders, peer counselors, change agents, educators, friends, advisors, and team players. You play a critical role in the orientation experience of countless students. We hope that by now you can see the ways that you can help your fellow Sun Devils! We also hope that you will benefit fully from the myriad of opportunities to learn about yourself and others through your role as a Student Orientation Leader. Included in this packet you will find information that you need to complete the application.the application process is designed to give us the opportunity to learn about your experiences and your desire to hold the position. There are three (3) parts to the application process: Written Application/References: Due to the appropriate campus location by September 21, 2012 Interview: Individual interviews will be held the week of October 8-October 12, 2012 Notification: Candidates will be notified of their status by October 26, 2012 If you are selected as a 2012 Student Orientation Leader, you will be required to: Enroll in an 8-week, 1 credit hour spring training course UNI394, by January 1, 2013 Attend a Meet and Greet on November 9, 2012 Participate in a weekend retreat in January 12-13, 2013 Complete a Fall Training session on November 30, 2012 Complete a Spring Training session on March 8, 2013 Complete Orientation Rehearsal at your campus Again, we are excited that you have chosen to apply for a position as a Student Orientation Leader! We have been fortunate to work with such a dedicated, hard-working, thoughtful, and committed group of student leaders. We look forward to looking at your application and talking more about the work that you have done this year to welcome your fellow Sun Devils. Should you have questions about the application process, please feel free to contact any campus coordinator. Best Wishes, New Student Orientation Staff

2 Timeline Downtown Campus Polytechnic Campus Tempe Campus West Campus Applications Available Monday, August 20 Monday, August 20 Monday, August 20 Monday, August 20 Information Sessions Wednesday, August 29 Post Office Rm. 120 Thursday, September 6 1 PM Post Office Rm. 120 Thursday, August 30 Administration Building Conference Room 140 Monday, September 10 Administration Building Conference Room 140 Wednesday, September 5 1 PM ECG227 Thursday, September 6 6 PM BAC331 Tuesday, September 11 PSH433 Friday, September 7 Resume & Cover Letter Workshops Tuesday, September 11 4 PM Post Office Rm. 120 Thursday, September 13 2 PM Career Preparation Center Wednesday, September 12 1 PM BAC213 Thursday, September 13 6 PM BAC213 Thursday, September 13 Time TBA Applications Due Friday, September 21 Friday, September 21 Friday, September 21 Friday, September 21 Notification of Interview & Group Process Times Friday, September 28 Friday, September 28 Friday, September 28 Friday, September 28 Individual Interviews October 8-October 12 October 8-October 12 October 8-October 12 October 8-October 12 Group Process Saturday, October AM-1 PM Mercado Saturday, October AM 1 PM Administration Building Conference Room 140 Friday, October 12-6 PM ED204 Sunday, October 13 10:00 AM-1:00 PM BA 353 Friday, October 12 2 PM TBA Applicants Notified of Status Friday, October 26 Friday, October 26 Friday, October 26 Friday, October 26 Acceptance of Position Friday, November 2 Friday, November 2 Friday, November 2 Friday, November 2

3 2013 Student Orientation Leader Job Description Position Description Student Orientation Leaders assist coordinating staff with the implementation of orientation programs, university wide. The goal of orientation programs is to provide keys to academic success for incoming students. Sun Devil Pride is a must! Duties Assist with implementation of orientation programs Facilitate discussions with students and guests Assist with set up and break down of program Assist new students with course enrollment Provide general university information Interact with program participants Facilitate small group discussion with students Provide campus tours at all programs for participants as necessary Provide high quality customer service to incoming students, guests, and ASU staff Assist, as needed, with general office duties in preparation for orientation Assist with new SOL recruitment, including recruitment activities at Fall Welcome Other duties as assigned Expectations Must be available to attend all mandatory scheduled meetings, trainings and programs, including SOL retreat Enroll in Spring 2013 SOL leadership course, UNI 394 Maintain a flexible and positive attitude in accordance with your position as a Student Orientation Leader Use and maintain your ASU account Be accessible to campus coordinators via phone and Assist at all programs at their home campus (as available) Assist with other campus programs (as available) Qualifications Full-time ASU undergraduate student Must be in good academic standing (2.5 GPA or above preferred) Must be in compliance with University Academic Integrity Policy and Student Code of Conduct Demonstrated leadership skills including, working in a team environment and time management Demonstrated personal skills and qualities including creativity, attention to details, and the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously Compensation/Benefits $7.65 an hour Excellent leadership opportunity Work closely with many divisions across the university Be a member of a respected student organization Networking opportunities Improve public speaking and communication skills Please direct any questions you may have to your respective campus coordinators Downtown Campus Bryan M. Custer [email protected] Polytechnic Campus Bibiana Rivera [email protected] Tempe Campus Joe O Connell [email protected] West Campus Justin Jones [email protected]

4 Tips and Hints to a Successful Candidacy Assess your skills and comfort level by asking yourself How will this position affect my academic responsibilities? Do I have the academic skills to serve as an effective role model for other students? Will I be comfortable assisting students from backgrounds different than my own? Can I energize and get people involved and excited about ASU? Am I a good role model and team player? Am I able to keep calm and articulate myself in stressful situations? Do people regard me as confident and self-assured? Do I have the ability to think on my feet? Application Make an appointment to review your resume and cover letter with Career Services. Before you begin filling out this packet, read through it and take time to reflect on the questions in order to best express yourself. Keep all of your paperwork together in this packet. Be sure to answer all questions completely. Recommendation Be thoughtful of who you list as a reference. Be sure to ask selected individuals to be a reference for you. Do Your Homework Attend an information session to learn more about the position, as well as the selection process. Know the job description. You should come to the interview prepared to talk about the different areas of responsibility. Be familiar with the array of campus resources. Think about how a SOL might use these resources. Interview Tips What you wear will make an impression. Dress nicely, but you don t need to wear a suit. Come to the interview prepared with questions about the job, challenges and opportunities. You should be able to articulate your thoughts on these and other related areas: Your interest in the Student Orientation Leader position Your communication skills and problem solving/conflict resolution techniques Your leadership experiences and their impact on who you are today Your organizational and time management skills In Summary We want to see that you know yourself and can articulate your strengths and limitations. Be sure to represent YOU and not try to emulate someone else or what you think we are looking for. At any time in the selection process, feel free to talk with any member of our staff if you have questions or concerns!

5 Part One - Resume and Cover Letter To complete this application, you need to attach a resume and cover letter. Your resume should include your name, local phone number and address, educational background, past work experience, extracurricular activities, special skills and interests. Your cover letter should include a brief introduction of yourself, why you are interested in the position and special skills you possess. Your cover letter should not exceed one (1) page. Part Two - Biographic Information Name: ASU ID#: Preferred Name (if different than above): Permanent Address: Local Address: Phone Number: Major: Class Year: FR SO JR SR 5th year Cumulative GPA: Spring 2012 Term GPA: Expected Date of Graduation: Are you part of Barrett the Honors College? Yes No Polo /T-Shirt Size (Men s/women s): Sweatshirt Size: Are you available to work summer Orientation programs? Yes No Not sure yet If you are unable to work summer orientation programs, please provide the reason you are not able to be present. If you do not live on campus currently, list location and dates of a previous on-campus housing experience: Have you ever been found in violation of any residence hall policy, ASU policy, or Federal/State law? Yes No If yes, please describe: Part Three References Please provide the names and telephone numbers of the two (2) professional references. Name: Phone: Name: Phone:

6 Part Four Time Commitments (Attach answers on a separate sheet of paper) Please list all activities you will be involved in for the Spring 2013 & Summer 2013 semesters. Be sure to include internships, student teaching, organizational involvements, other employment, etc Part Five Additional Information (Attach answers on a separate sheet of paper) 1. Please describe your interest in the Student Orientation Leader position. 2. What skills and qualities could you contribute to our staff team? 3. What advice would you share with an incoming student? Part Six Signatures & Application Review I attest that the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Signed: Date: Print Name: The following items must be included in your application packet: Completed application Cover Letter & Resume Interview Availability Sheet Applications are due on Friday, September 21, Incomplete applications will not be considered. Be sure to turn in a fully completed application packet to one of the following locations. Downtown Campus Post Office, Suite Polytechnic Campus Administration Bldg, Room Tempe Campus Memorial Union, Suite 14 (LL) West Campus University Center It is the policy of Arizona State University (ASU) to provide equal opportunity through affirmative action in employment and educational programs and activities. Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, and disabled veteran, other protected veterans, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces Service Medal veteran or Vietnam-era veteran status. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, transfers, university-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs.

7 Name Campus: For individual interview times, I am available: (Please check all that apply) Applicants will be notified of their assigned individual interview time via their ASU account by Friday, September 28, Monday, October 8 Tuesday, October 9 Wednesday, October 10 Thursday, October 11 Friday, October 12