About Fitchburg State University:
Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is
a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality
professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences
studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30
undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000
full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us
and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.
Job Description:
The Office of TRIO SSS is seeking a student for employment. This
position is funded by the university. All undergraduate students
looking for employment are welcome to apply.
Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities for the
position.
TRIO SSS Squad Leader Position Overview:
TRIO SSS Squad members assist new students' transition into life as
a student at Fitchburg State University. Squad members are assigned
tasks, workshops, outreach opportunities, and events by the Squad
Leader. Though the work hours of TRIO SSS Squad members are busy,
it is a rewarding position and Squad Leaders will leave with much
to add to their resumes. Squad Members will be expected to:
- Plan and implement programs and activities
- Support first-year mentees through one-on-one interactions
- Answer mentee questions about life at Fitchburg State
- Connect mentees to campus resources
- Connect mentees to other TRIO SSS students by planning group
activities and events
Support the TRIO staff in executing TRIO initiatives and
activities
Be a representative for TRIO at events including Future Falcon
Days, Tours, Open Houses and Info Sessions
Assist in creating content for TRIO social media and marketing
projects
Position Responsibilities and Requirements
- Attend all Squad trainings as required
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, one-on-one or as a whole
team
- Cover office until 5pm on some nights (as class schedule
permits)
- Assist mentees in becoming familiar with campus resources
- Assist in maintaining TRIO SSS social media to keep mentees
informed of upcoming events
- Update professional staff of any student concerns
- Hold regularly scheduled office and study hall hours
- Work as a team to plan and host social and academic
programs
- Supervise and lead one or more workshops
- Assume other appropriate responsibilities as assigned by TRIO
SSS professional staff
Requirements:
- Full time student at Fitchburg State University
- Part of TRIO SSS for at least 2 Academic Semesters
- In good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or
higher
- Able to work a maximum of 8.5 hours/week (dependent on virtual
and in-person allowance), office coverage until 5pm on some
nights
- Willing to send and receive text message
Additional Information:
Shift Information: This is a student only posting.
Shift will vary based on student schedules and the pay is $15 per
hour.
Priority Review:
Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and be
prepared to enter name/contact information for three professional
references.
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