Department of Government and Politics Peer Advisor Announcement

The Undergraduate Advising Office within the Government and Politics Department (GVPT) is seeking three peer advisors for the Fall 2014 semester, with the possibility of continuing employment. This is a part time position for approximately 10-15 hours per week. The preferred start date is the last week of August 2014. 

Employment during Summer 2014 is also available. 

Responsibilities: 

The GVPT Peer Advisor's primary responsibility is to assist the Undergraduate Academic Advisors in the daily operation of the office. The Peer Advisor will answer questions regarding application to the major, registration procedures and deadlines, course selection, career development resources, internship opportunities, commencement, and will help ensure that students are academically successful within the department. Peer Advisors will be responsible for leading at least one academic planning workshop each week. They will also be responsible for updating the GVPT undergraduate student blog and GVPT Facebook page. 

Additional responsibilities include: answering general student e-mails, answering front desk phone, copying, filing, maintaining office supplies, helping inform discussions on academic policies, assisting with book orders, and other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• Registration as a GVPT major 
• Experience working with students 
• Advanced computer literacy, specifically experience with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Experience and comfort giving oral presentations in a group setting
 

The Successful Candidate will Demonstrate: 

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team 
• Leadership skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service attitude in a highly 
• diverse environment 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Superior organizational and problem solving abilities 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and balance a heavy workload 
• Ability to maintain strict regard to confidential records and information 

** Priority will be given to applicants with between 30 and 60 credits and who are available between the hours of 9am and 4pm. 

Compensation: 

This position starts at $10.00/hr. 

To Apply: 

For best consideration, candidates should submit hard copies of a cover letter, resume, copy of unofficial college transcript, tentative Fall 2014 course schedule, dates and times of availability for Fall 2014, and the name and contact information for two professional references no later than Monday, April 28th, 2014 at 4:00pm. If you are interested in working during Summer 2014, please indicate your summer availability in your application. 

Submit all application materials to: 

Kathryn Weiland 
3104B Tydings Hall 
College Park MD, 20742