Looking for an amazing full-time summer job?
Want to learn more than you ever wanted to know about
Rochester, meet the Deans, make this Orientation better than
your own, and have fun at the same time?
Apply to be a 2016 Orientation Leader
Information Sessions: all in Wilson Commons, Room 122
January 14th, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
January 19th, 5pm-6pm
January 25th, 12pm – 1pm
Applications Due: January 29th 2016, at 5:00 PM
Submit applications in person to 312 Lattimore Hall
Email ur.orientation@gmail.com with any questions
http://www.rochester.edu/college/orientation
UR Orientation Program
The University of Rochester holds a weeklong, Fall Orientation program for
freshmen and transfer students. This Orientation program strives to provide a
welcoming environment for new students and their families, as well as expose
them to the Rochester community. During the Orientation Program, students will
learn about the academic and social opportunities available to them at UR.
Job Description
Orientation leaders are responsible for assisting the professional Orientation Staff
with the administrative, clerical, technical and programming duties for the August
2016 Orientation Program and the January 2017 Mid-Year Orientation Program.
Job duties will include, but are not limited to:
Plan and implement the Freshmen, Transfer Student, and Parent
Orientation Programs
Respond to questions about Orientation from freshmen, parents and
the campus community
Process all registration information
Manage financial/accounting functions related to Orientation
Train and supervise Orientation Volunteers
Prepare mailings to students, parents and the campus community
Prepare publications and Orientation program materials
Coordinate meetings with other campus offices
Create and maintain professional relationships with student services
offices on campus and with businesses in the community
Brainstorm and execute staff team building exercises
Build contacts with Rochester community
Assist in Summer Programming efforts, including planning and
staffing of summer events.
Work with incoming International Student Orientation
Job Qualifications:
Orientation Leader applicants:
Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing
Must be registered as a full time student for the Spring 2016 and Fall
2016 semesters
Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75
Must be comfortable in addressing large groups of people, including
members of the University Administration, students, parents and
faculty
Must have the ability to relate well with a diverse group of people
Must have energy, creativity and be flexible
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Must
Must
Must
Must
Must
be self motivated
have a sense of humor
be confident in themselves and their abilities
be open minded
be patient
Compensation/Benefits
Orientation Leaders will be paid $10.50/hr for a 35 hour week for
approximately 13 weeks. Some night and weekend hours will be
required throughout the summer.
Free on-campus housing for the summer during the contract period
(students may have to physically change rooms 1-2 times during
the summer housing period)
The Orientation Program provides Orientation Leaders the opportunity
to increase their skills for effective communication
The Orientation Program provides opportunities for developing
professional relationships with faculty, staff and students
Timeline
INFORMATION SESSIONS
January 14th, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
January 19th, 5pm-6pm
January 25th, 12pm – 1pm
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Friday, January 29th 2016 by 5:00pm to 312 Lattimore Hall
FIRST SELECTION ROUND, GROUP INTERVIEW: (ONE REQUIRED)
Please sign up when you submit your application.
-Sunday, January 31st 2016, 6pm – 8pm
-Monday, February 1st 2016, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
SECOND SELECTION ROUND, INDIVIDUAL INTERVIEW: (REQUIRED)
Between February 2nd 2016 and February 19th 2016: Applicants will sign up with
an Orientation staff member after the group interview.
NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT:
The 2016 Orientation Leaders will be notified via email beginning February, 26th.
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD:
Tuesday, May 16, 2016 through Sunday, August 30, 2016, up to 3-5 hours a week in
the fall semester, and 2017 Mid Year Orientation (January 8-10, 2016).
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University of Rochester
Orientation Leader Application
All applications are due by 5:00pm on Friday, January 29th
Personal Information:
Name: _______________________________________________________________
Student ID#: ___________________________
Class Year _____________
Email:________________________________________________________________
Local Information:
CPU Box: ______________________________
Residence Hall (Spring 2016):________________________________________
Cell Phone: _____________________________
Are you applying to be a Resident Advisor, D’Lion or Freshman Fellow for 20162017?
YES
NO
Have you volunteered with previous Orientation Programs at UR?
YES
NO
If yes, what specific role did you have during Orientation?
Permanent Home Information:
Street Address: _______________________________________________
City: _________________________ State: _________ Zip: _______________
Academic Information:
Major(s): _____________________________________________________________
Minor(s) & Clusters:__________________________________________________
Cumulative GPA as of Fall 2015: ___________________________
Did you enter as a Transfer Student? YES
NO
Are you an International Student?
YES
NO
Have you Studied Abroad?
YES
NO
If YES, Where?______________
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Please respond to each of the following questions. A MINIMUM OF ONE
RESPONSE MUST BE IN THE FORM OF A VIDEO SUBMISSION OF NO MORE
THAN TWO MINUTES IN LENGTH. Submissions must be sent to
ur.orientation@gmail.com or submitted on a CD/DVD to 312
Lattimore Hall.
1. What do you think the role of an Orientation Leader is and why are you
qualified?
2. What web design/computer/technology/publication design skills do you
have?
3. Read the job description and pick one or two aspects of the position and
explain how your experiences have prepared you to do this.
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4. Describe an event or program you planned and what you learned from this
experience. Be sure to discuss any successes, failures or issues you
overcame.
5. Evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses and describe how they will
play a part in working with a team.
6. How do you generally handle multiple priorities?
7. Sell yourself to the Orientation Committee! Be creative and use your
imagination! (Use tweets, video of less than two minutes, Haikus, personal
ad, or???) The Choice is Yours
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REFERENCES:
Two names of references are required to complete your application. These should be from
members of the academic community and or/workplace professionals who know your
qualifications. At least one recommendation must be from a full time University
Faculty/Staff member who is not a student. These references cannot be Undergraduate
students. You are responsible for letting your reference know we may be contacting them in
the next 2-4 weeks.
Please list the two people who will be completing the forms:
Reference 1:
Name:
______________________________________________________
Title:
______________________________________________________
Phone#:
______________________________________________________
Email:
______________________________________________________
How do you know this reference?
__________________________________________________________________
Reference 2:
Name:
______________________________________________________
Title:
______________________________________________________
Phone#:
______________________________________________________
Email:
______________________________________________________
How do you know this reference?
__________________________________________________________________
I acknowledge that the information contained into this application is factual and is a
realistic assessment of my abilities. Because I recognize that being an Orientation
Leader carries with it both privileges and responsibilities, I hereby give permission to
the College Center for Academic Support to obtain information regarding my
academic and student conduct records.
I have also read the attached description of my responsibilities and understand that
it will serve as my employment contract if I am hired.
_______________________________
Signature
________________________
Date
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A Complete Application Includes:
 Resume: Be sure to include your campus or community activities
as well as work experiences (including internships, campus jobs,
summer jobs, etc.) This should include clubs, organizations,
awards, etc. If you are having difficulties, please consider visiting
the Gwen M. Greene Career and Internship Center in Dewey Hall
for guidance.
 Printed Application: You must submit this typewritten, or printed
VERY NEATLY.
 Video Submission: One question must be answered in video form.
The video should be no longer than 2 minutes in length and
should be sent to ur.orientation@gmail.com or submitted
on a CD/DVD to 312 Lattimore Hall.
Questions, please email
Best of Luck to you!
ur.orientation@gmail.com
http://www.rochester.edu/college/orientation