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Medieval Conference Desk Worker Application 2016
Please note: If you are interested in this position, apply even if you are applying for any other Residence
Life Summer positions.
Applications Due:
Application deadline is Friday, February 12, 2016 at 4:30 pm.
Please bring completed applications to the Residence Life office in Faunce Student Services Building
Positions Available:
Classes:
Hours:
Additional Jobs:
Housing:
20
Contract Dates:
May take summer classes
Compensation:
Approximately 20 -25 hours
May hold additional employment with approval
Will be provided if needed at no cost during contract duration
5/10/16 – 5/16/16
$8.50/hour
Primary Function: To assist Medieval Conference Student Staff during the conference. You will assist with guest
accommodations during desk hours. Students will work hours during one long weekend while the conference is
taking place. Must be customer-focused, flexible with hours you are able to work, be responsible, and have a
positive, friendly attitude.
General Information:
Name: ___________________________________________ Preferred Name: _____________________________
WIN #:_________________________ _Gender: M F T
Local Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ _
Cell Phone #:_____________________________Otherwise Preferred Phone #:_______________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been found responsible for violating the Student Code? Y
N
If yes, please explain: _______________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor (other than minor traffic violations)? Y
N
If yes, list date, charge, location, court, and action taken: __________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Have you ever held a position within the residence halls? Y N
If so, list position, location and dates employed:
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Do you have any other time commitments this summer (time you would need to be away from hall/campus)? Y
N
If yes, please explain________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
If hired, you will be provided with a t-shirt. What size shirt would you like? __________________________________
Would you need on campus housing if you are hired to be a Medieval Conference Desk Worker? Y
N
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Academic Information:
Major: __________________________________
Overall GPA: ___________
Expected graduation date: ______________________
Class standing: FR
SO JR SR OTH
Please list how many credits you will be taking during Summer I session: _______
Are you currently enrolled for the spring 2016 semester (circle): Yes
No
Questions:
Please submit typed responses to the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. These question responses
need to be submitted with your application to the Residence Life Office (3rd floor, Faunce Student Services Bldg) for
your application to be complete.

How do you currently portray a positive image of WMU to campus guests?

What does customer service mean to you? What do you believe to be your strengths when being asked to
provide customer service?

If you were scheduled to work a shift and couldn’t make that shift, what would you do?
You will be contacted by Residence Life staff shortly after April 1, 2016.
I am aware of the department expectations and university rules and regulations and will abide by them as detailed if I
am offered and accept a staff position. I certify that all of the information disclosed on this application is true and
accurate and that any misrepresentation of facts may constitute cause for non-appointment or dismissal. I understand
that as a condition of this application, my GPA, conduct records, and all past or current supervisors or Residence Life
staff members may be contacted. I understand that employment at the University is conditional upon review of my
criminal conviction records. I authorize the University to request and obtain, through the Michigan State Police and any
other relevant law enforcement agencies, an investigation and report to determine the accuracy of my above answers
about prior criminal conviction.
I also understand that if hired, I must be available to attend all training sessions.
Applicant Signature ___________________________Date: ___________________
In addition to this position, I will also be applying for the following summer student positions (Check any/all
that apply):
□ Conference Associate Staff
□ Orientation RA
□ Summer School RA
Do you have Questions?
If you have any questions about the selection process or your eligibility feel free to contact the
Residence Life Conference Coordinator at roshona.porter@wmich.edu .
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RECOMMENDATION
You must have ONE recommendation form completed by a current or former Residence Life staff member
(RA, Hall Director, Graduate Assistant, etc.)
If you are also applying for the Medieval Summer Staff, Summer School/Orientation RA positions you only
need to submit one recommendation form; you do not need to complete separate recommendation forms for
each position.
Please list the name and email for the person completing your recommendation form:
Name: __________________________________ Email: ______________________________________
In order for your recommendation to be completed, direct the person completing your recommendation to the
following website: http://www.wmich.edu/housing/employ/summer
By completing this application you are agreeing to keep your recommendation confidential and waiving your
right to access the information provided on your recommendation.
The recommendation can only be completed via the link above. It MUST be submitted by
February 12th by 4:30 pm.
Summer 2016 Conference Associate and Medieval Conference Student Staff
Search Time Line:
Friday, February 12th
Conference Associate Student Staff applications due to Residence Life
February 22nd- 24th
Interview Days (times to be picked when you return your application)
Friday, March 11th
Position Letters Sent
Friday, March 18th
Intent Forms Due
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