Orientation Leader
Company: Paul Smith's College
Location: Paul Smiths
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Position: Orientation Leader (24) Status: Full-Time (40
hours/week), Non-Exempt, Temporary/Seasonal, Staff Department:
Center for Academic and Career Success Reports to: Director of
First Year Experience Salary: $16.50/hour Role & Responsibilities:
An Orientation Leader serves in a variety of roles, from being a
mentor to new students and a resource to parents and families, as
well as assisting new students with the transition into the Paul
Smith?s Community. Orientation Leaders will help to guide new
students on the most important aspects of transitioning to Paul
Smith?s and becoming connected to academic and student life in
hopes of facilitating positive interactions among families and new
students. Desirable candidates should have some prior leadership
experience and meet the additional requirements listed below. This
is a great learning opportunity and a paid work experience.
Qualifications & Eligibility Requirements: Have a minimum GPA of
2.75. Be a registered, full-time, student returning for the fall
semester. Be in good standing at Paul Smith?s College with no
serious judicial sanctions. Have a working knowledge of, and
commitment to, the mission and values of Paul Smith?s College.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Have
the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of team
members, students, parents, administrators and staff. Demonstrate a
willingness to learn about the College?s people, community,
programs, policies, and procedures. Demonstrate responsibility and
willingness to assist others. Attend and actively participate in
all meetings, training and retreats. Support Orientation & Welcome
Week committee with administrative support throughout summer.
Applications due by: 04/17/2026 Paul Smith?s College is an equal
opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus
on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid
unnecessary or discriminatory requirements.
Keywords: Paul Smith's College, Schenectady , Orientation Leader, Administration, Clerical , Paul Smiths, New York
