Student - First Gen Peer Mentor

The First-Generation Student Success Center (FGSSC) is hiring for First-Gen Peer Mentors who will support, plan, and participate in FGSSC programming, especially First-Gen Crew, to support first-gen students at UVU and the mission of the Center.

FGSSC defines first-gen students as:

neither parent(s)/guardian(s) graduated with a bachelor's degree from within the U.S. First-Gen Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the FGSSC Coordinator(s) and Director. 30% Develops, implements, and coordinates activities for FGSSC First-Gen Crew program with the Coordinators and Director 30% Supports and plans additional FGSSC programming for first-gen students at UVU 30% Perform a range of staff and/or operational support activities, including collaborating with other mentors and FGSSC staff to provide program support and maintaining confidential documents and files. 10% Performs other job related duties as assigned. Must be a current UVU student. Must have a minimum current and cumulative GPA of 2.7 Must have completed 20 credits or more at UVU Must be familiar with FGSSC programming and the first-gen college student experience Interest in the well-being of first-gen student peers Preferred Qualifications Status of a first-generation college student Involvement with FGSSC programming

Knowledge of:

First-gen student experiences Knowledge in current mentoring and coaching strategies for higher ed. students. A variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and Adobe Design Suite.

On-campus resources Skills in:

Organizational, verbal, and written communication. Interpersonal, problem-solving, decision-making, and public relations skills sufficient to work with and relate to a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.

Abilities to:

Work in an office environment with minimum supervision. Work with attention to detail, maturity, professional demeanor, tact, diplomacy, and a sense of humor. Prioritize and change priorities as needs arise.