Hourly Pooled Student Ambassador-Office of Admissions Campus Visitor Center

The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position!  We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community.  We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! 

JOB TITLE:   

Student Ambassador-Office of Admissions Campus Visitor Center

JOB PURPOSE:   

Student Ambassadors provide a welcoming environment at the Campus Visitor Center and a positive first impression of the University of Wyoming to visiting prospective students and their families during the college search process; offer insight about UW and the student experience by leading engaging campus tours; are vital members of the campus visit program; are an integral part of the recruitment process and assisting the UW Office of Admissions in meeting enrollment goals.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Representing UW to visiting prospective students and their families during weekday campus visits and visitation events.
• Preparing visit materials for and calling visiting students.
• Welcoming prospective students and families to campus.
• Leading engaging and informative campus tours to visiting prospective students and their parents, visiting school or organizational groups, or other persons visiting UW.
• Providing a positive environment for others to learn more about what UW and Laramie have to offer while being sensitive to the University’s values. 
• Answering a variety of questions, either on the phone or in-person, about UW and your experience as a student.
• Attending and actively participating in all Student Ambassador trainings leading up to the start of and throughout the semester.
• Working all Saturday visitation events during the academic year and assisting with weekday visitation events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Relates well with students, parents, faculty/staff, and other visitors.
• Has a commitment to positively promoting the University of Wyoming, being a strong team member, effectively communicating in multiple ways, and being respectful, responsible, reliable, flexible, and confident. 
• Can learn and articulate facts and information about the UW, its programs, facilities, admissions process, etc.
• Takes initiative while working on office projects, whether its independently or as part of a team.
• Engages in a broad variety of activities and programs the University offers.
• Is an undergraduate student in good academic standing and in good standing with the Dean of Students Office.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for the Student Ambassador position and your current resume.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity.  In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/