Student Worker - Bishop Ambassador

Student Worker Bishop Ambassador

Purpose/Objective of the Role:

The OWU Admission Office is seeking to fill five positions in our Summer Bishop Ambassadors Program for Summer 2025. The Summer Bishop Ambassador Program is a paid position and provides robust and varied experiences within recruitment. Only OWU students are eligible to apply and they must be in good academic standing. Most importantly students should demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for OWU and a strong desire to share that with various constituents (prospective students/families school and independent counselors etc.

The Bishop Ambassador program at OWU is the elite summer job for students in the Columbus OH area because it offers the opportunity to develop valuable leadership communication and public speaking skills while representing a prestigious university. As a tour guide students gain realworld experience in customer service and event coordination all while earning money and enhancing their resumes. Its a unique chance to be an influential part of the universitys recruitment process and make lasting connections with prospective students and faculty.

Key Responsibilities of Summer Employment as a Bishop Ambassador (Tour Guide) for the Office of Admission:

1. Conduct Campus Tours: Lead engaging and informative campus tours for prospective students and their families showcasing the universitys facilities academic programs student life and key resources.

2. Provide Information:Offer accurate and uptodate information about the universitys offerings admissions process campus culture and student support services in a clear and approachable manner.

3. Represent the University:Serve as a positive and enthusiastic ambassador for the university reflecting the institutions values mission and culture.

4. Engage Prospective Students:Foster connections with prospective students and their families by answering questions addressing concerns and sharing personal experiences related to campus life and academics.

5. Assist with Events: Support the Office of Admission by assisting with special events open houses and information sessions ensuring smooth operations and a welcoming atmosphere. We will be hosting two Bishop Beginning events July 10 and July 21. It would be important to be available on these dates.

6. Collaborate with Admission Team:Work closely with the admissions staff to maintain consistency in the delivery of information and ensure a seamless experience for all visitors.

7. Promote University Programs:Highlight various academic programs extracurricular activities student organizations and campus resources to help prospective students make informed decisions.

8. Provide Feedback:Collect feedback from visitors about their experience and share insights with the Admissions team to improve future tours and events.

9. Maintain Professionalism:Exhibit professionalism at all times by adhering to the universitys dress code punctuality standards and communication protocols.

10. Other Duties as Assigned:Perform other related tasks as needed to support the Office of Admissions goals and ensure a positive experience.

Desired skills:

• Must demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for OWU and a strong desire to share that with various constituents.
• Must be outgoing and able to represent the Admission Office and Ohio Wesleyan in a positive and professional manner.
• Must exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be comfortable speaking in front of both large and small groups.
• Must show a commitment to providing a high level of customer service.
• Must be comfortable engaging with people of all ages backgrounds and types.
• Must be capable of and willing to lead up to 4 tours in one day if needed.

Hours:

The Summer Intern position is full time. Weekend and evening work may be required. Nonpaid vacation is available with the approval of the supervisor.

Compensation:

• Housing will be provided on campus. (Approximately a value of $2500 You will be responsible for your own meals. If you choose to commute housing costs will not be provided.
• Interns will be paid an hourly rate.

NOTE:

Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Application Instructions:

Complete the ADP application by selecting Apply button and answer all questions.

Supervisor:Abigail McMaster

Commitment: Fulltime

Term: Summer