Positio Title: Extra Help - Summer Transition Specialist (EH25-091)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Division: Enrollment Mgmt
Apply Before: 00678
Department: Admissions
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Description
The Summer Transition Specialist (STS) will collaborate with campus partners to provide seamless support to students as they begin their college journey. The Summer Transition Specialist will implement a robust outreach schedule, participating in a variety of summer transition events including New Student Orientations and Transfer Orientations. The Specialist will conduct workshops, presentations, call, mail, and email campaigns, to assist new students with their transition processes.
The STSs work together to meaningfully contribute to many aspects of Orientation, Welcome Weekend, and other summer transition programs. They contribute ideas and energy to the program development, assist with logistics, and serve as ambassadors to incoming students, family members, and supporters.
The role requires an organized, flexible, and collaborative individual who will engage with students, families, supporters, and the campus community to champion the goals of SIUE.
The contribute to the completion of the following specific tasks:
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure a seamless transition for new students.
- Foster a sense of belonging and community among students, families, and supporters through intentional engagement and relationship-building activities.
- Serve as a point-of-contact for incoming students conducting phone, mail, and email outreach efforts.
- Assist in coordination of New Student Orientation, Transfer Orientation, Welcome Weekend, and other transition program logistics.
- Assist in development and implementation of the career-readiness competencies of student leaders.
- Review and develop communications and presentation content for new student transition initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree
- At least one year experience in high school guidance counseling, teaching, advising, or similar.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with high school students.
- Familiarity with career pathways, college enrollment processes, and support systems for educational advancement.
- Proficiency in program planning and execution.
- Public speaking experience.
Anticipated Start Date: June 16, 2025
Anticipated End Date: August 1, 2025
Average Hours: 20-37.5 hours per week.
Supplemental InformationPre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at .
Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran's status.
SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.
To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit: .
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email careerinfo@siue.edu
Benefits: N/A
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Central
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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