We are currently accepting applications for the student leaders of the 2016 Orientation Team! In this role, you have the great opportunity and responsibility of welcoming and supporting over a thousand first-year students in their first and formative weeks at Dartmouth. This position is an opportunity to represent Dartmouth and share your experiences to best support the newest members of our community. You will gain valuable experience planning and executing programs and events for the '20s, managing a team of your peers - and we think you'll have a great time doing it! If you would like to gain further information/understanding of this role prior to submitting an application, please contact Collis Associate Director [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> and set up a time to meet. Apply by Friday, April 1, 2016.
ORIENTATION TEAM LEADER
The Orientation Team Leader(s) work closely with the Collis Center staff to select and train the Orientation Team (O-Team), plan and execute Pre-Orientation events, support institutional Orientation programs, and manage their peers on the O-Team.
Orientation Team Leader(s) meet regularly with Collis staff beginning in the spring term and throughout the summer to recruit & select the O-Team, plan O-Team training, and plan a variety of appropriate Pre-Orientation programs. Orientation Team Leaders will communicate and as appropriate collaborate with Trips Directors, Collis and Student Life staff, and other Pre-Orientation programs (FYSEP, ISO, NAO) to ensure clear communication, minimize conflict or confusion for incoming first-years and facilitate a smooth transition to Dartmouth for the Class of 2020.
Compensation
Orientation Team Leader(s) will receive a $1000 stipend for their service.
Hours
Commitment is approximately 5 hours/week during the summer term. During the period of Pre-Orientation & Orientation, Orientation Team Leaders are expected to have focus on this role as their sole commitment and obligation. Hours during this period vary, but often include full days, evenings, and weekend time.
Expectations
ˇ Applicants must be "on"/in Hanover for 16X term
ˇ Applicants must be "on"/in Hanover for Pre-Orientation/Orientation period (Aug. 30-Sept. 12)
ˇ Applicants must uphold a substance-free expectation for the period of Pre-Orientation/Orientation
To apply, please submit a résumé and statement of interest with the addressing the following questions by Friday, April 1st:
1. What do you want to gain from serving the College and incoming first-years in this role?
2. If the '20s retain only one message from Orientation, what do you hope they know as they start their time at Dartmouth? How can you help communicate this message?
3. What do you love about Dartmouth & what would you like to change/improve?
4. What do you want Orientation Team members to get out of their experience on O-Team?
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