Orientation Leader Application
2024 Orientation Leader applications are closed.
Building friendships, leaders, and husky spirit!
How to Apply
Deadline: Jan. 14, 2024 (9pm)
*Please read the full job description before applying
Position Description
Orientation Leaders, (Purple OLs) are student leaders within the office of Orientation and Transitions Program. Orientation Leaders aid in the facilitation and transition of all new students through the varying Advising & Orientation programs. They represent UW Bothell and welcome new members of the UW Bothell community, including first-year students, transfer students, and their supporters. Successful OL candidates must exhibit husky spirit, leadership qualities, and be team oriented. They must also be passionate about helping others, dedicated to OTP’s mission to help incoming students, and possess a desire to develop their own leadership potential. Students must be available to work in person throughout Summer 2024.
Orientation Leaders will:
- Take BCUSP 203 (T/Th 5:45-7:45 pm in person)
- Attend all trainings, retreat, and mandatory orientation dates
- Attend and actively participate in all orientation programming
- Work closely with OTP staff, other student staff, and campus partners
- Acquaint new students and their families with campus
- Facilitate small group interactions and campus tour
- Facilitate and present in front of large groups at Orientation
- Represent UW Bothell in a positive and professional manner
- Promote Husky spirit with enthusiasm
Compensation and Benefits
- $19.97/hour
- Earn academic credit for BCUSP 203
- Develop Skills in
- Public Speaking
- Time and Task Management
- Communication
- Interpersonal and Professional development
- Make a lasting impact on all incoming students, families, and guests
- Create strong connections with UWB staff and administrators
Timeline
This position will begin in spring quarter 2024 and will last until the start of fall quarter 2024 with the possibility to continue until the end of the following academic year. Students must take BCUSP 203 in spring quarter (T/Th 5:45-7:45pm). Students must also be able to attend all training sessions and be available to work up to 10-15 hours a week throughout the year, and 30-40 hours during the summer. The role will follow university guidelines regarding working in-person or remotely.
| Spring Quarter | Summer Quarter | Fall Quarter |
|---|---|---|
| OTP Retreat BCUSP Course Weekly Training ~5-10 hours/week | Intensive Training First-Year Orientations Transfer Orientations Parent & Family Orientations Weekly Trainings ~15-35 hours/week | Welcome Week Winter Admit Orientations *Opportunity to continue onto the Gold OL Team through the academic year* ~5-10 hours/week |
The orientation leader team consists of Purple OLs and Gold OLs. OTP is currently hiring Purple OLs only. The Purple OL position is described in the description above. Come summer quarter Purple OLs have the opportunity to apply for the Gold OL team and continue to help with the UW1 Welcome Desk, and logistical tasks for orientation. Must be a Purple OL in order to apply to the Gold OL team in Summer 2024.
FAQs
- Attend all trainings including retreat
- Attend and actively participate in all Orientation programming, including:
- First-year Advising & Orientation (A&O)
- Transfer Advising & Orientation (A&O)
- Parent and Family Orientation
- Work closely with OTP staff, other student staff, and campus partners
- Acquaint new students and their families with campus
- Facilitate small group interactions and conduct campus tours during A&O
- Represent UW Bothell in a positive and professional manner
- Promote Husky spirit with enthusiasm
Besides the great pay, as an OL you will develop valuable interpersonal and professional leadership skills that will help in any career, and really boost your resume. You get the opportunity to network with staff and faculty, and build lifelong friendships with your teammates along the way. As an OL you will get to work with campus partners and become even more involved and acquainted with UW Bothell. You have an opportunity to influence the campus and future students.
That’s ok! The Orientation Leader position is a great first job for any student! It allows the flexibility of working on campus, which also means your supervisor understands that school comes first. Our training allows you to build your skills, our main expectation is that you come with an open mind and willingness to learn.
Pro tip: Visit Career Services to help you with your application and practice your interview skills.
