How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter must include examples of how your past experience is applicable to this position.

We are seeking students who are enrolled during the 2025 Winter semester at UM-Flint and who participate in the King-Chavez-Parks (KCP 4S) program.

Job Summary

We are looking for a student employee who is ready to join an exciting initiative that provides educational opportunities to students at the University of Michigan-Flint. If that sounds like you, we welcome your application to join the King-Chavez-Parks community as a Student Team Leader.

Why Work at U-M Flint?

Working for the University as a student employee means you are a student first and an employee second. Supervisors will work with you to create a schedule that works for you and your classes. As a student employee, you will be able to build networking opportunities and establish a greater sense of belonging and community. You will also gain skills and experience that stay with you during your career and life beyond your time at the University of Michigan-Flint.

Responsibilities*

This is a grant-funded position. This position is term limited and will start with a one-semester term with the option for renewal. Student team members may be asked to perform the following tasks.

Event and Program Planning

Support all logistical aspects of event planning such as effective tracking of attendees, venue confirmation, assist with flyer and brochure creation, key equipment reservation, presenter confirmation, sign in sheet creation, securing vendors, set up and close out.
Assist in creating first year experience curriculum, practices, and experiences to deliver high quality programming for both group session and individualized communications.

Welcome Desk Coverage (as necessary)

Remain up-to-date with all communications across the office ranging from front desk coverage, program calendars (e-version and physical boards), and daily front desk procedures.
Ensure equipment and resources are stocked daily and relay key updates to the administrative assistants and/or staff throughout their shift.

Communications/Marketing

Capture programming history (pictures, documents, presentation outlines) to help market key program events online and in print form.
Assist with the development of an overarching marketing and communications strategy for event promotion and closeouts.

Outreach

Represent the program at internal and external community spaces to provide awareness of the mission, programs, and goals of the program(s).
Serve as a liaison with community partners/campus departments.

Data and Assessment

Routinely collect data to provide to the database management staff member.
Communicate with database management staff member for tasks involving data collection, entry, and assessment.

Peer Mentoring

Engage program participants though an individualized, holistic, peer mentoring model as needed.
Compile campus and community resources to effectively respond to student needs.

Required Qualifications*

Currently enrolled at UM-Flint during the semester(s) employed
Adequate computer and writing skills
Must exercise a strengths-based approach in being sensitive, respectful, and understanding of the needs of economically and academically disadvantaged students
Ability to think critically and problem solve swiftly and responsibly
Maintain a professional appearance and character

Desired Qualifications*

Prior experience working with students linked to college motivation, confidence building, and postsecondary success
Eligible for Work-study

Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.