NSFP Orientation Chair (Student)

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Job Summary

Orientation Chairs (OCs) are responsible for the efficient and effective implementation of all New Student and Family Programs projects and goals. To accomplish this, OCs will assist in welcoming and supporting all incoming first-year students, transfer students, and their families and supporters by leading a variety of efforts in preparation for and during New Student Orientation (NSO). This support continues through the All-American Welcome programming during the first weeks of the semester. Being an Orientation Chair requires a significant commitment and dedication to the work of supporting students and families in their transition to American University. There are multiple vacant positions available.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of pre-arrival activities throughout the summer and in-person orientation activities and functions in August, including preparing materials, working with campus partners, compiling interest and assessment data, and supporting day-of logistics.
• Contribute to evaluation and assessment by tracking attendance, participating in staff debriefs, and leading team debriefs among Orientation Leaders.
• Assist in the recruitment and interview process of the Orientation Leaders.
• Serve as team leader responsible for the oversight of a group of Orientation Leaders (OLs) as well as team motivator for the OLs during pre-arrival and in-person orientation activities and functions.
• Facilitate daily team meetings/debriefs for your group of OLs throughout New Student Orientation.
• Manage OTeam communications via email, social media, and other platforms.
• Manage OTeam staff bios and photos for website and other promotional outlets.
• Manage OTeam SharePoint and other digital and print materials.

Requirements

• Significant commitment and dedication to the work of supporting students and families.