Position Overview The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list of duties is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the functions and responsibilities performed.
Note:
This position is funded through an external grant. Continued employment beyond the fiscal year is contingent upon continued funding.
THIS POSITION IS EXPECTED TO END ON 8/31/2026.
Position Summary:
The Trio SSS Peer Tutor provides individualized and small-group support to TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) participants. This position helps students understand course content, develop study strategies, and improve academic performance. It also focuses on enhancing organizational and learning skills. The tutor collaborates with TRIO staff to support student success, retention, and degree completion.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring in assigned academic subjects and academic success skills. Assist students in understanding course content, completing assignments, and preparing for exams. Support the development of effective study skills, time management, note-taking, goal setting, and academic planning. Adapt tutoring approaches to meet diverse learning needs and styles. Lead or assist with group study sessions and workshops focused on academic success and organizational skills. Maintain accurate documentation of tutoring sessions, attendance, and student progress. Collaborate with
TRIO SSS
staff to support student retention, engagement, and academic success. Promote participation in TRIO academic support services and program resources. Perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations.
Requirements Minimum Job Requirements:
Must have completed at least one semester at ENMU-R. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (transcript required).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of assigned academic subjects and/or organizational and academic success skills. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain academic concepts and strategies clearly. Strong interpersonal, mentoring, and problem-solving abilities. Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Working Conditions Sedentary work with frequent sitting during tutoring sessions. Occasional walking between offices, classrooms, or tutoring centers. Frequent use of computers for typing, scheduling, and reviewing materials. Minimal lifting, typically limited to laptops, notebooks, or light materials. Visual and auditory focus required for reviewing assignments and listening to students' concerns. Primarily indoor work, with occasional outdoor settings such as offices, libraries, tutoring centers, or virtual sessions. Quiet to moderately active setting; tutoring centers may have some background noise. Flexible schedule, including daytime, evening, or occasional weekend hours, depending on student availability. Requires patience, active listening, and problem-solving, especially when students are stressed or overwhelmed.
Essential Functions:
[As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the following responsibilities, minimum job knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]
Additional Information Electronic Application Instructions:
Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:
Required Documents:
Letter of Interest Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists) Transcripts Official or Unofficial ( Scanned/PDF transcripts required if being used to meet the minimum or preferred qualifications; Copy and Paste transcripts will not be considered. ) ENMU-R is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 624-7412. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore ENMU-R complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.edu, (575) 562-2235, or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for records should be sent to Teresa Casarez at teresa.casarez@roswell.enmu.edu . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 624-7412 or email roswell.hr@enmu.edu The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. ENMU-Roswell reserves the right to cancel, change, or close any advertised position at any time. The decision to do so will be based upon the needs of the University and the final determination will rest with the President.
APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTING COMPLETE APPLICATIONS
Insurance Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them. Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia. Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision. Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company. Retirement Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare. The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b plans are available through
TIAA/CREF, AIG
VALIC, and MetLife. 475b plans are offered through
TIAA/CREF.
Paid Time Off Leave accrual rates are determined by employee class (At-Will/Professional & Faculty - exempt or Support - non-exempt) and years of employment. See below for specific accruals for each employee class. As per policies and procedures Adjuncts and Temporary employees are not eligible to accrue leave. Faculty Paid Time Off Medical leave is accrued 48 hours in the Fall and 48 hours in the Spring. Personal Leave - Five personal work days each academic year and two work days during the summer. Only regular faculty will be eligible for personal leave. Personal leave will not accumulate from academic year to academic year. Support Paid Time Off During the first year of service, full time non-exempt (hourly) employees accrue 7 hours of annual leave and 7 hours of medical leav e per month. The second year of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of medical leave per month. The third and subsequent years of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leav e and 14 hours of medical leave per month. Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave. Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees. Professional/ At-will Paid Time Off Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month. Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave. Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees. Employee Educational Assistance Plan Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell offers a tuition waiver for permanent, full-time and part-time regular employees and retirees. Employees can take up to 9 credit hours on the Roswell campus. Their IRS dependents are not restricted in the number of credit hours they can take. For detailed information reference 40.9 Educational Assistance Program. For classes offered by ENMU in Portales, the Portales campus will waive some tuition for either the employee or spouse, dependents, as defined by the I.R.S., are not eligible for tuition waivers for classes taken through the Portales campus. Additional course fees will still need to be paid by the employee. As per policies and procedures Adjuncts and Temporary employees are not eligible to recieve the tutiion wavier.
