Residence Life is looking for enthusiastic, passionate and driven student leaders willing to be a face of support and information for incoming Freshmen each semester.

What is an Orientation Leader?

A new student Orientation Leader (OL) conveys information to freshmen and transfer students about MVCC programs and services. OL's assist with all Orientation events and play a vital role in helping to facilitate the adjustment of new students to the MVCC Hawks campus community. The Orientation Leader position is an outstanding opportunity for any student interested in gaining leadership skills. The OL team is comprised of self-motivated and driven members who work directly with the professional staff and fellow students.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for new students by displaying the responsibility and maturity of a continuing student.
• Actively participate in all required events, including meetings, Orientation Leader trainings, move-in and orientation events.
• Create an inclusive and welcoming community for all new students.
• Facilitate activities and discussions.
• Guide students to various locations and program points throughout orientation.
• Answer fundamental questions about MVCC.
• Be prompt, prepared, and positive.
• Work Directly with the Student & Residence Life Specialist
• Working closely with a Resident Director.

OLs assist with:

• Leading small group discussions with new students
• Assisting in the preparation and support of orientation activities and materials
• Explaining involvement opportunities and procedures
• Acquainting new students with campus services and building locations by conducting campus tours

What We Look For

We are looking for a diverse group of enthusiastic, passionate and driven undergraduate students who bring a unique skill-set!

Qualities we are looking for candidates to also bring to this position

• Desire to assist new students in their transition to MVCC
• Desire to be a leader and role-model
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work with diverse students, parents, faculty, and staff
• Punctual and dependable
• Team player
• Strong communication skills

What you can gain as an Orientation Leader

• Play a substantial role in the experience of new students starting at MVCC
• Grow, learn and enhance interpersonal and leadership skills
• Develop great friendships
• Compensation of $25 Amazon gift card
• Residential OLs will move in early
• Meals during in person orientation training and sessions
• Residential OLs Apparel and Swag