Job Description Summary
Wilkinson College of Art Humanities and Social Sciences Department Peer Advisors are a valuable academic resource who help students select classes that meet their interests and program requirements; provide information on academic programs policies and procedures; and make appropriate referrals to campus resources. They also provide advice based on their experiences as students at CU. Peer advisors hold dropin and appointment hours inperson and remotely; they also respond to email requests for information. Under the direction of a faculty supervisor the Creative Writing student peer advisor will help their peers with 4year major and minor planning major and minorspecific requirements accessing departmental resources including faculty program advisors student clubs web resources etc. and guide students to Academic Advising and campus resources.
Responsibilities
Contribute to a professional helpful welcoming atmosphere and maintain a positive attitude for faculty staff students and visitors of the department Hold and manage calendar for inperson and virtual appointments and be available during defined dropin hours Respond to all email and phone inquiries in a timely and professional manner Perform basic intake analysis to determine if they can assist the student themselves or should refer the student to the appropriate department college or campuslevel resource Calendar track and keep notes for every student meetingmeetings should be scheduled for 1530 minutes per student Student peer advisors will enter information and keep notes on the official document log sheet to ensure accurate records of advising consults Explain and guide students on the importance and relevancy of Program Advisors to assist with enrolling in waitlisted classes majorrelated questions incorporating study abroad and graduating on schedule Strive constantly to be accurate and honest in all communication Attend all training sessions and Peer Advisor meetings Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Professional dependable organized able to multitask ability to collaborate Able to effectively handle confidential and proprietary information Effectively communicate in a professional diplomatic empathetic and tactful manner using preferred method and level applicable to the job Proven accuracy and attention to detail Exceptional interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills Proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office Google Docs and/or relevant position software programs Must be a current student in the Creative Writing BFA program
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority