Austin Peay State University
Orientation Coordinator--Summer Welcome/Orientation
Position Description
The Coordinator for the Summer Welcome/Orientation program for new students is an APSU
student who works with Academic Support, Student Affairs staff, Advising Coordinators, university
faculty, and student Orientation Assistants to assure that summer programs for new students are
conducted in a meaningful and professional manner. The Coordinator is an active member of the
university community, understands student success, and is committed to positive experiences for
new students who are making the necessary transition to meet APSU expectations. Student
Coordinators help facilitate events and oversee the training of Orientation Assistants.
The Student Coordinator--Summer Welcome/Freshman Orientation will be an APSU student who
has attained junior standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, has a clear formal discipline
record, and has demonstrated leadership skills as a student at APSU. The New Student
Orientation Coordinator will report to the Coordinator, New Student Programs, Academic Support,
and will participate in a 2-day training session preceding Summer Welcome. The duties and
responsibilities of this position include:
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Openly and honestly communicate with the Academic Support staff, Student Affairs staff, and Advising
Coordinators in a timely manner.
2. Develop a group/team environment that welcomes new students and family members and focuses on
their well being.
3. Serve as a resource person for and oversee training of Orientation Assistants.
4. Be a positive role model and mentor for assistants and staff as well as for students and families.
5. Be willing to commit to summer employment which permits working at all Summer Welcome sessions
and Freshman Orientation.
6. With direction from Advising Coordinators, develop individual assignments for Orientation Assistants.
7. Perform other administrative duties as assigned by supervisors.
8. Model professional behavior at all times.
9. Assist with Welcome Week activities for new students (4 hours.).
10. Oversee and maintain the Summer Welcome assistant timesheets.
Qualifications of the successful Student Coordinator:
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Display at all times a positive mature attitude regarding APSU, personnel, and programs offered
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
Documented leadership experience at APSU.
Creative; can solve problems without displaying frustration
Dependable; on time and in place for all assigned activities
Follows directions and gives instructions clearly and concisely
Accept responsibility for decisions and see duties through to completion.
Experience as a peer mentor, peer tutor, or student leader in previous summer programs preferable.
Computer Literacy: Word processing and spreadsheet skills; can teach new students use of AP Web.
To apply:
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Complete the application (www.apsu.edu/academic_support) and return to Coordinator, New Student
Programs, UC 208B
Request two letters of reference—faculty member in area of major; Student Affairs professional (Letters to be
sent to Director, Academic Support).
March 27th-Coordinator applications are due; April 03: E-mail notification of interview selection.
Coordinator interviews will be the week of April 10th.
Salary: $7.25 per hour for an estimated 120 hours. (Summer Welcome, New-Student Orientation; 4 Welcome Week
events)
Austin Peay State University
Summer Welcome/New Student Orientation
Application for
Orientation Coordinator____ Orientation Assistant____
Summer 2006
PLEASE TYPE or PRINT IN INK and return to Director, New Student Programs; Morgan
University Center 208B; or mail to APSU, PO Box 4447, Clarksville, TN 37044.
Name_________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Middle (Name you prefer to be called)
Classification ________________________ Major _______________________
GPA _____________ Social Security #______________________
APSU/Current Phone_________________ Home Phone#_______________
APSU Email address ______________________________
APSU P.O. Box Number or current address: ___________________________________
Home Address _________________________________ ______________________
Number and Street
City
State
Zip
Have you worked with students in a similar capacity at APSU or in other settings: ___yes; ___no
If so, please describe:
Describe your strengths that are useful in mentoring new students:
Extra-Curricular Activities:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Evidence of Leadership Skills:
_________________________________________________________________
Employment: ____On Campus ____ Off Campus Number of hours per week:________
Faculty (1) and Professional Staff (1) who have agreed to support your application (attach letters of
reference):
Faculty______________________________
Professional Staff______________________________
I have read and understand the requirements to serve as an Orientation Coordinator /Orientation
Assistant and the responsibilities associated with both positions.
Signature_________________________________________Date______________
Application Due March 27, 2006