Office of Student Recruitment & Orientation
Student Ambassador Application
Thank you for your interest in the Student Ambassador position for Chandler-Gilbert Community College!
Numerous prospective and new student activities have been scheduled for the next year. Approximately 2000+
students are expected to participate in these activities and events, which have a significant impact on their
experience at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Student Ambassadors assume many of the
responsibilities for the program and are viewed by new students as the most important people with whom they
interact. Therefore, the selection of Student Ambassadors is a very important process.
Becoming a Student Ambassador is designed to benefit you as well. As a campus leader you will gain
valuable experiences for your resume, sharpen your communication skills, gain
confidence, learn about
academic and professional opportunities, reinforce your own academic performance, and network with college
leaders and peers who share your academic and
career goals. Also, role modeling and positive oncampus relationships contribute significantly to student success. Peer leadership can inspire, motivate, and
empower others to realize their potential through sharing personal stories, sharing time, and sharing
knowledge.
Information in this packet includes: job description and application. Please read these carefully. All materials
must be submitted to the Office of Student Recruitment & Orientation, Coyote Center or Career Services. If
you have any questions, please contact: Yoroba K. Russell @ 480.857.5562 & 480-732-7385 or email
yoroba.russell@cgc.edu
Student Ambassador Application and Timeline
Ongoing until positions are filled Application due
Ongoing
Ongoing
TBA
Interviews for Student Ambassador Positions
Candidates contacted
First meeting of Student Ambassadors
If you need accommodations to participate in this program,
Please contact Yoroba K. Russell
Phone: 480.857.5562
Office of Student Recruitment & Orientation
Student Ambassador Job Description
The Student Ambassador is responsible for the following:
Serve as a representative of Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
Interact with new students on campus tours and during orientation sessions as well as other
recruitment activities. (i.e. New Student Orientations, College Fairs, Community Events. Please see
attachment).
Acquaint new students with the campus services, activities and facilities and encourage them to fully
participate on campus.
Assist session leaders in distribution of materials and group facilitation.
Set-up and take-down of events.
Participate in the evaluation process of orientation sessions and other recruitment activities.
Assist Office of Student Recruitment with set-up prior to, during, and after orientation sessions and other
recruitment activities.
Be role model for current and prospective CGCC students.
Desired Student Ambassador Characteristics
Ability to address diverse groups of people
Self-motivation
Self-confidence
Ability to work as a team member
Responsibility
Discretion/good judgment
Good communication skills
Leadership
Flexibility
Creativity
Interpersonal skills
Information literacy
Qualifications
Completion of at least 12 credits at CGCC by spring 2014 with minimum 2.5 GPA
Remain enrolled in at least 6 credits at CGCC for upcoming semesters
Demonstrated involvement in campus organizations and/or broad knowledge of CGCC structures,
procedures, and policies.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
Job Requirement
Be available for all training sessions previous to NSO sessions and other recruitment activities.(TBD)
Full commitment of time and effort to the Orientation sessions and recruitment activities.
Be able to perform event follow-up procedures (i.e. calling students)
Minimum GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and maintained through the end of fall 2015-and
spring 2016. (Mid-semester grade checks are performed. If any student drops below a 2.5 GPA
Cumulative at the end of a semester, the student will no longer participate in the program.
Compensation
Paid for Student Ambassador activities/events during fall 2015,spring 2016
Paid $8.50/hr
Bi-monthly payments when applicable
Student Ambassador Application
Please Type or print clearly
Use Blue or Black ink
Please attach to your application:
A printed copy of your Fall 2015 class schedule
Your typed responses to the following questions:
1.) Why would you be a good Student Ambassador and what qualities can you add to the
program (1 page essay no more than 500 words)
2.) What do you hope to gain from the experience of being a Student Ambassador at CGCC?
Name:____________________________________________________ Student ID______________
First
Middle
Last
Address:__________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Phone:_________________________________CellPhone:_________________________________
Email:____________________________________________________________________________
Major:____________________________________________________
Current GPA:___________
Credit hours completed: __________________
Credit hours Fall 2015:_______________
Have you attended other colleges?
Yes_____
No_____
If so, where and when?
_________________________________________________________________________________
Name of School
City/State
Have you been or are you currently employed?
If so, Please list the employers:
Employer
Yes_____
Job/Responsibilities
From (mo/yr)
To (mo/yr)
No_____
Dates of employment
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
What CGCC activities, organizations, programs, or clubs have you participated in?
Activity
Date(s) of Involvement
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
How did you find out about the Student Ambassador position? (Check all that apply)
Flyer __
Club meeting__
Friend__
I was nominated__
CGCC Faculty/Staff__
Career Services/Job Fair__
Student Ambassador Agreement:
Student Ambassador must comply with all rules and procedures of Chandler-Gilbert Community College, the
State of Arizona, the United States, and the CGCC Student Ambassador Program. I am eligible to work in
the United States and Arizona.
I have read and understand the enclosed responsibilities of the Student Ambassador position.
I agree to:
Be available for all trainings. (TBA)
Be available to attend all New Student Orientation sessions. (See attached)
Full commitment of time and effort to additional recruitment/orientation activities.
Agree to time commitment of May 2015-January 2016. (See attached schedule)
Appropriate work attire.
Maintain 2.5 Cumulative GPA throughout all semesters while participating in the program.
Maintain open communication with CGCC Student Ambassador Manager.
I understand that if I cannot comply with all the agreements listed above, I will be dismissed from the Student
Ambassador Program .I agree that the information submitted on this application is complete and correct and
may be utilized by members of the Student Ambassador Committee. In addition, the undersigned authorizes
the Committee to verify his or her grade point average.
Signature:_________________________________________________Date:___________________
Return application to:
Yoroba K. Russell
The Office of Recruitment & New Student Orientation
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Pecos Campus-Coyote Center
2626 E. Pecos Road
Chandler, Arizona 85225
Tier 1
Student Ambassador Commitment
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Student Ambassador. Please review the various
dates below to ensure that your schedule will allow you to commit to CGCC Student
Ambassador Events.
Expected Start Date: TBA (May be subject to change)
(1). Leadership/New Student Orientation Training
I. TBA Pecos Campus: PAC Building
(2). New Student Orientations (NSO): You must be available for all of the following
days/times:
(3.) Recruitment Events/when applicable
I. College Fairs TBD
II. High School Visits TBD
III. Community Events TBD
IV. Career Events
Note: Subsequent New Student Orientations to be announced. For the spring 2015
semester will be announces at a later date
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