NEW STUDENT PROGRAMS
ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION
Thank you for your interest in the 2011-2012 NTRSO Program Orientation Leader position.
New Student Orientation will be from August 15- August 20, 2011 for the Fall semester. Spring
2012 dates have yet to be announced. The expectation is that all orientation leaders will be
available during these dates as well as the training that occurs days prior to orientation week.
Approximately 500-600 students and their families are expected to participate in the Fall 2012
NTRSO program. Our orientation program has a significant impact on our new students’
experience at the University of Hawai`i at Hilo. An Orientation Leader is the reason for the
program’s success because you are the first to welcome and interact with our new students.
This is why the selection process is a vital aspect of the program.
Included in this packet are the job description and application for the Orientation Leader
position. Please read these carefully. All materials must be submitted to the New Student
Programs Office, CC 313, no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, April 4, 2011. Should you have
any questions, you may contact the New Student Programs Office at 808-933-0732.
Orientation Leader Application and Interview Timeline
Orientation
March 7, 2011
Applications Available
March 14th, 1 pm -2 pm, & 4pm-5pm, CC 306
Orientation Leader Informational Session
March 15th, 11 am – 12 pm, & 2 pm – 3 pm, CC 306 Orientation Leader Informational Session
March 16th, 9:30 am – 10:30 am, & 3 pm-4 pm, CC 306 Orientation Leader Informational Session
April 4th, 2011
Application & Reference Form Due
April 4th -8th, 2011
Applicants Selected for Interviews Called
April 11th-15th, 2011
Interviews
April 25th – 29th, 2011
Selected Orientation Leaders Notified
April 30th
Orientation Leader Reception
If you need a special accommodation to fully participate in this Orientation Leader program,
please contact the NTRSO Office at 808-933-0732, before Application Due Date.
This material is available in an alternate format upon request.
ORIENTATION LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION
An Orientation Leader has three main responsibilities during NTRSO. First, the
Orientation Leader is the front line representative of the University of Hawai`i at Hilo
orientation program. Each Orientation Leader will greet, interact and check-in students
and their families, as well as be responsible for a group of 15-25 new students. Second,
the Orientation Leader supports the logistics that make orientation a success. This
includes set-up and break down for various events throughout Orientation week.
Finally, the Orientation Leader serves as a guide for new students and parents, assisting
whenever possible and providing information to make the transition to UH Hilo a
successful one.
DESIRED ORIENTATION LEADER ATTRIBUTES and ABILITIES
* Ability to address diverse groups of people
* Is team orientated
* Is discrete/ uses good judgment
* Is positive – even early in the morning!
* Possesses great interpersonal skills
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be a registered UH
Hilo student
•Completed at least one UH
Hilo semester by Fall 2010
• Have at least a 2.5 GPA
• Have clear judicial record
• Demonstrated involvement
in campus organizations
and/or has knowledge of
University policies,
procedures and programs
* Has excellent communication
skills
* Demonstrates leadership
* Is flexible
* Possesses a “Can Do!” attitude
* Shows initiative/is self-directed
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Attend Orientation Leader
training on August 11-13, 2011
and one day prior to spring
orientation
• Commitment to Fall
Orientation, Aug. 15- 20, 2011
and Spring 2012 Orientation
(Dates to be determined)
• Must volunteer for 4 NSP
sponsored /co-sponsored
events each semester
This material is available in an alternate format upon request.
Reference #
NEW, TRANSFER, & RETURNING STUDENT (NTRSO)
ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION
If you need a special accommodation, please call the NTRSO Office at 808-933-0732
The selection process is a “blind” review process. This means that the top portion of
your application, which includes your name and contact information, will be torn off
and the remainder of your application will be designated with a number. This will
ensure that all applications will be reviewed using the same standards for fairness and
integrity. Once the applications have been reviewed, qualified candidates will be
selected to advance to the interview process.
(Please type or print clearly)
Name: Last____________________________
First_______________________
Local Address: Street
City
____________ State/Zip__
____________
Home Address: Street
City
______
State/Zip
Local Phone:
(________) __________ - __________
Phone over the vacation:
(________) __________ - __________
E-mail:
______________________________
UH Hilo Student ID Number: __________ - __________
I agree that the information submitted on this application is complete and correct. By signing below I
permit the NTRSO Office to review my academic and judicial records with University of Hawai`i at Hilo.
Release of this information is necessary for the application process.
Signature
Date
/
/
Included with this application is one reference form to be completed by a UH Hilo faculty or staff
member. Please indicate the name of the UH Hilo faculty/staff member who will be filling out your
reference form:
UH Hilo faculty/staff
Phone ( )
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Reference #
Have you been an Orientation Leader before at UH Hilo? Yes
If yes, when?
Spring
(year)
Fall
(year)
Will you be living in a residence hall next semester? Yes
If you checked “Yes,” list your hall:
No
No
“No”, Distance from campus _______mins
Major(or intended major):
GPA:
Have you attended other colleges?
Yes
No
If so, where and when?
Name of School
City, State
Type of Degree:
From (Mo/Yr)to(Mo/Yr)
OR # of credits completed:
Were you an Orientation Leader or have you worked in a similar capacity at another college or
university?
Yes
No
If yes, where?
When?
Have you been employed during your college career?
Yes
Employer
Dates of Employment
Job Title/Responsibilities
No
How did you find out about the Orientation Leader position? (Circle all that apply)
* Flyer * Poster
*UH Hilo Announcement Calendar
*Faculty/Staff * Past Orientation Leader
* Other
*RISO
*CSO
* A friend (who is not a past Orientation Leader)
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Reference #
What activities, organizations or programs have you participated in, on or off campus? Freshmen, you
may use high school experiences. Students entering in Spring, you may use experiences from the
community or previous colleges/universities.
Activity
Date(s) of Involvement
On a separate piece of paper, please TYPE your responses to the following questions (REMEMBER – DO
NOT PUT YOUR NAME ON THESE RESPONSES – JUST ATTACH IT TO YOUR APPLICATION)
1.
Why do you want to serve as a NSP Orientation Leader?
2.
What are 3 DESIRED ORIENTATION LEADER ATTRIBUTES or ABILITIES (stated above on the
job description) that you consider to be your strengths?
3.
What personal characteristics do you possess that will make you a unique addition to the
Orientation team?
4.
Why is maintaining a professional interaction with new students and parents important? What
are some of your greatest communication strengths and describe how it will help you working
within a team.
5.
The University of Hawaii at Hilo is one on the most Diverse Campus in the Nation. We have
students that come from all over the World. What can you do to help them (whether they are
new, returning, local, from the mainland or international) feel a sense of Welcome and Belonging
to UH Hilo?
Return application and reference form no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, April 4, 2011 at the
Campus Center, rm. 313. Questions? Call 808-933-07632. Mahalo!
This material is available in an alternate format upon request.
ORIENTATION STUDENT LEADER REFERENCE FORM
How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant?
Please include any additional comments or attributes the applicant possesses that would enhance
his/her service as an Orientation Leader.
Signature
Date
/
/
Please return this form to the NSP Office, Campus Center rm.313 by Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 4:00pm.
If you have any questions, please contact the NSP Office at 808-933-0732. Mahalo!
This material is available in an alternate format upon request.
ORIENTATION STUDENT LEADER REFERENCE FORM
Applicant’s Name:
Recommended by:
Title: _____________________________ Department/Program:
{Campus address not necessary – can use directory}
Phone: (_____) ____________________ Email:
This student is applying to become an Orientation Leader and is requesting your recommendation for
this position. An Orientation Leader serves as a University liaison for new students and their families.
Each Orientation Leader is responsible for assisting in all facets of orientation including planning,
implementing and evaluating orientation activities and services. An Orientation Leader represents the
University to students and their families during intensive freshmen, transfer students and non-traditional
students orientation sessions. Please rate this student by checking the appropriate box for the following
criteria:
Excellent
Very Good
Good
Fair
Dependability
Flexibility
Responsibility
Reliability
Completes tasks in a
timely manner
Team work skills
Communication skills
Maturity
Ability to receive
constructive criticism
Ability to give constructive
criticism
Self-confidence
Knowledge of campus
community
Creativity
Leadership skills
Promptness
Public speaking ability
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Poor
N/A