Orientation Leaders

ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ is offering two positions: A paid position as an Orientation Leader and an internship. Read details!

Orientation Leader Position Overview

Orientation Leader's aide new students and families in their transition to Berkshire Community College (ºìÐÓÖ±²¥). Through a variety of experiences and opportunities, Orientation Leaders have the power to make a positive and lasting difference in the ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ community and develop great leadership and résumé-building skills in the process.

This is a paid position.

Job Duties

  • Serve as official ambassador to the ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ campus.
  • Serve as a positive role model to new students and their families.
  • Develop an expanded knowledge of ºìÐÓÖ±²¥.
  • Conduct campus tours for new students, schools, classes, and guests.
  • Represent ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ during college events.
  • Assist with the organization, preparation, implementation, and evaluation of the New Student Orientation cycle and related programs and events.
  • Acquaint new students with campus services, activities, facilities, and campus rules and regulations.
  • Follow-up with student connections.
  • Work with diverse populations.
  • Work on calling campaigns.
  • Provide tips on being a successful student.
  • Assist with variety of office related tasks.
  • Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism at all times.
  • Demonstrate strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
  • Exhibit leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and enthusiasm.
  • Maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Possess an enthusiastic, positive attitude and be willing and eager to provide excellent customer service.
  • Provide office support to the Student Engagement Center.
  • Attend leadership training.
  • Most importantly, must want to have fun!

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be a ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ student.
  • Ability to work flexible hours

Position will run one-year cycle, July 2025 – May 2026

Please send letter of interest and resume to Tina Schettini at tschetti@berkshirecc.edu. Deadline to apply April 12, 2025.

Orientation Leaders

  • Training could begin after July 1
  • Campus tours one day per week over the summer (six hours)
  • Small tasks such as; mailing of postcards, phone calls (three hours in August)
  • Week of Orientation – Prep and Day of
  • First week of classes – Welcome Week events and greeters
  • Falcon Fest
  • Hire two permanent – Campus Tours and weekly hours
  • Hire additional four to be trained for Orientation Day

Internship — Update Online New Student Orientation

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for updating the online orientation modules with new information, including academic program changes, campus updates, student support services, and important deadlines.
  • Ensuing accurate and up-to-date information within the Moodle Platform.
  • Assist in visually appealing and engaging content within the online platform, including graphics, videos, and interactive elements.
  • Work with the Coordinator of Student Engagement to develop new content and features for the online platform, ensuring alignment with overall orientation goals.
  • Consider the student experience when updating content, ensuring information is clear, concise, and relevant to new students.

Required Skills

  • Proficiency in learning management system (LMS) like Moodle or similar platforms.
  • Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with design software.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in information.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with different stakeholders.
  • Basic understanding of web development principles and accessibility guidelines.
  • Ability to work independent and within a deadline.

Potential Benefits for the Intern

  • Gain hands-on experience managing an online platform for Orientation.
  • Develop skills in content creation and visual communication.
  • Understand the student onboarding process and contribute to a positive first impression for new students.
  • Gain valuable insights into ºìÐÓÖ±²¥ All Rights Reserveds Academics and Student Support Services.

Reports to: Coordinator of Student Activities

Job to begin: As soon as filled

Number of hours per week: Up to 10 hours per week, until update is complete, with a potential deadline of May 15.