New Student Orientation 2014
-ApplicationDates for the Fall Orientation 2014 program are as follows:
APPLICATIONS DUE
INTERVIEWS
1st STAFF MEETING
TRAINING
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Friday, February 7th, 2014
February 12th – March 7th
April 17th, 2014
August 25th – 28th
August 28th – 30th
We are looking for students who recognize the value and importance of NEW STUDENT
ORIENTATION and have the enthusiasm and skills to communicate effectively with our new
students. Orientation Leaders are often the first people new students and their families make a
connection with, which can have an enormous impact on their success at FLC! The work is
rewarding, and also demanding. If you feel you have something to gain and a lot to give, please
seriously consider applying.
Applications and references are to be returned electronically via email to
emroberts@fortlewis.edu
You are responsible for obtaining three references and having them returned by the application
deadline as well. The reference forms are found at the end of this application and are also found
on the Orientation website at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/orientation
Priority consideration will be given to those applicants who submit complete
applications by Friday, February 7, 2014.
Fort Lewis College is invested in an orientation staff that represents the make-up of our student
population regarding ethnicity, gender and other expressions of diversity. We welcome and
encourage applicants from all sectors of our campus community.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or stop by.
Elizabeth Roberts
Marc Goldfarb
970 247 7090
970 247 7153
emroberts@fortlewis.edu
goldfarb_m@fortlewis.edu
Leadership Center
230 Miller
Application Material Checklist
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Your completed application (electronic only)
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Professional Resume
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Three references, submitted electronically to Elizabeth before the application deadline
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A digital photo of yourself (because we get so many applicants) attached to your
application.
ORIENTATION LEADER
POSITION DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION:
To serve as a valuable member of the Orientation team and to assist in
fulfilling program goals and objectives as outlined by the Leadership
Team for Staff Selection and Training
REPORTS TO:
Leadership Team for Staff Selection and Training
DUTIES:
Be a friendly, welcoming face to newly arriving students and their
families
Assist new students in integrating into the Fort Lewis College
community
Be knowledgeable about Fort Lewis College’s policies, procedures, and
services and be able to effectively share this information with new
students.
Represent Fort Lewis College in a professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership Team
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CHARACTERISTICS:
Orientation Leaders should consistently demonstrate the following traits:
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Good communication skills
High level of energy
Ability to work well with others
Caring attitude
Responsibility
Commitment to the New Student Orientation program
Ability to work well under pressure
Open-mindedness
Positive attitude
Dependability
Flexibility
Promptness
Creativity
Leadership ability
Maturity
Patience
Good sense of humor
Respect for differences
Professionalism
ORIENTATION LEADER
POSITION DESCRIPTION (CONTINUED)
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be registered full time for fall 2014 by the time OL training begins
and expect to complete the fall term as a full time student.
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By the end of fall 2013 semester, applicants must have completed 12
credit hours at Fort Lewis College and must have a minimum of a 2.50
cumulative GPA.
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If selected, applicants must be available to attend the following:
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First staff meeting
April 17th, 2014 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM
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All training and orientation sessions:
See dates on the first page of this application.
COMPENSATION:
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REFERENCES:
Approximately $400 to $450 – First year Orientation Leaders will earn
$9.50 per hour which may include some overtime. (Second-year leaders
may earn more per hour, depending on experience and skills).
Meals during staff training and Orientation 2014 sessions.
FLC shirts to wear during orientation sessions, and keep.
Strong Resume material and ability to obtain reference letters.
Applications must be supported by three references that can attest to the
applicant’s qualifications and abilities. At least one recommendation must
come from a Fort Lewis College faculty or professional staff member.
Other recommendations may be from previous or current
employers/supervisors, counselors, spiritual leaders, etc.
NOTE: All applications and reference forms are to be submitted electronically to:
emroberts@fortlewis.edu It is your responsibility to make sure all three
references have been submitted to Elizabeth before the deadline.
ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION
Please fill out electronically and submit to emroberts@fortlewis.edu
NAME
STUDENT ID#
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CAMPUS/LOCAL ADDRESS
PERMANENT ADDRESS
LOCAL TELEPHONE
PERMANENT TELEPHONE _________________
FLC E-MAIL ADDRESS
MAJOR
MINOR
CUMULATIVE GPA
CLASS STATUS (bold one) FRESHMAN SOPHOMORE JUNIOR SENIOR
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (First year students may list activities from high school.)
Have you received a disciplinary sanction from either The Department of Student Housing or
FLC Judicial Affairs? Yes_____
No_____
If yes, please give a brief description of the event and sanction. This will not necessarily have
an impact on your eligibility to be hired as an orientation leader.
Do you intend to apply for a Resident Assistant position for the fall?
Are you a varsity athlete? _______________
List the three (3) people who you know in a professional or educational setting from whom you
will obtain references.
Name:
Title: _________________________________________
Phone:
Name:
Title:
Phone:
Name:
Title: _________________________________________
Phone:
** Because of the number of people who apply for the Orientation Leader position, we request
that applicants submit a recent digital photograph sent as an attachment to this application.
Please make sure this photo is either a “headshot” or at least clearly depicts your face. We
interview many applicants and sometimes need a photo to remember who we are talking about.
ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION
(CONTINUED)
There is no suggested “length” to these answers. Write enough to answer the question and be
brief enough to retain our interest in your answer.
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What qualities do you perceive in yourself that would contribute to the success of the
New Student and Family Orientation programs?
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Describe your personal and professional goals and explain how being an Orientation
Leader will help you reach them.
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How will Fort Lewis College be a better place for your having been here?
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If you had the opportunity to re-live your first semester experience, how would you go
about it differently and what would you leave untouched? In effect, what advice would
you give to the incoming students?
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Describe an experience/person in your life that has had a significant influence on your
personal growth and development, and explain why.
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If Orientation Leaders were selected from descriptions in “Personal Ads,” how would
your ad read? (50 words or less)
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What do you think would be your biggest challenge as an Orientation Leader?
Reference Form (3 per application) to be submitted electronically to:
Elizabeth Roberts – The Leadership Center
emroberts@fortlewis.edu
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-7090
This reference is a part of the application for the New Student Orientation 2014 program. The
primary responsibility of an Orientation Leader is to help new students in their transition to the Fort
Lewis College community. The student should complete the first section, digitally sign one of the
statements, and send this form to the evaluator named below. The evaluator may choose to write
a one-page narrative on their personal/professional letterhead instead of using this form.
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE STUDENT APPLICANT:
REFERENCE FOR:
Student Name:
Student ID#:
REFERENCE TO BE PROVIDED BY:
Name:
Title:
Phone #
I authorize the release of a candid evaluation in the selection process. I understand that the material will be
kept confidential, both from the public and me and I waive the right to access that I might have by law. I
further understand that Fort Lewis College does not require me to execute this waiver and is willing to
review my application without such a waiver.
Student (electronic) Signature:
Date:
TO BE COMPLETED BY EVALUATOR:
How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant?
Please rate the applicant based on your observations:
Superior Good
Average
Leadership ability
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Creativity
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Initiative
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Communication skills
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Maturity
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Responsibility
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Flexibility
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Cooperation with others
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Positive Attitude
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Cultural Competency
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Poor
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Unknown
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Please feel free to comment on any strengths or weaknesses you have observed in the applicant.
Evaluator Signature:
Date: