DASC Peer Mentor
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Job Location:
Fayetteville, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Data Science Reports
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Summary of Job Duties:
First-Year Data Science (FYDS) Peer Mentors are assigned an average of 10 incoming First-Year Data Science students with whom they meet individually for 30 minutes each week. FYDS Peer Mentors refer these students to appropriate campus resources provide a mature and ethical viewpoint assist with problems or issues (not from a counseling perspective) serve as a guide to ensure success provide accurate information and help students have a positive outlook on their journey to earning their data science degree. FYDS Peer Mentors also serve as a liaison between the FYDS staff and students as well as a positive role model and ambassador on behalf of the Data Science Program. FYDS Peer Mentors must attend all trainings workshops and special events. FYDS Peer Mentors must inform the FYDS program staff immediately of any issues or concerns with their assigned mentees and update student grades in a prompt and timely manner. FYDS Peer Mentors must also perform any additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Undergraduate student at the University of Arkansas majoring in Data Science who has completed DASC 10003/H and DASC 12203/H
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Additional Information:
Graduate students are subject to background checks.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Sitting Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Benefits Eligible:
No
Key Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
- Conflict Management
- Autism Experience
- Case Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Word Processing
