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Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

●        A Resume

●        A Cover Letter

For additional information please contact: Katie Harvey at Katie.Harvey@oregonstate.edu

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Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) College of Agricultural Sciences Ecampus Career Assistant for the Career Development Center - College of Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University (OSU).

The College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) Ecampus Career Assistant will work alongside the CAS Assistant Director of Career Development to support a pilot program, the CAS Ecampus Job Search Club. This pilot position is designed to support current Ecampus students in a weekly online synchronous group meeting, where topics of career readiness, job applications, and professional development will be discussed. Additional support/tasks for the Ecampus Career Assistant will include communication/resource sharing in Teams, one-on-one check-in with student participants, and program assessment and documentation.

The position will serve to strengthen connection for online learners, promote career readiness, as well as support the college’s efforts to develop innovative approaches to serving online students.

The role will work fully remotely (10 - 15 hours per week) alongside the CAS Assistant Director of Career Development, with additional support from the Ecampus Success Navigator.

Position Duties:

Career Advising Support

• Facilitate virtual job and internship search support sessions for College of Agricultural Sciences students.
• Provide peer feedback on resumes, cover letters, and career preparation materials using established Career Development Center resources and training.
• Assist students in identifying relevant career resources, internships, and employment opportunities, including opportunities available in their local geographic regions.
• Follow up with participating students to provide referrals and connections to additional resources as appropriate.

Administrative and Program Support

• Document student interactions and outreach activities using approved university systems.
• Assist with program assessment and evaluation efforts by identifying student needs, outcomes, and participation trends.
• Participate in required trainings, professional development opportunities, and regular supervisory meetings.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:  

Communication, Leadership, Professionalism, Career & Self Development

Qualifications:

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
 

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required Qualifications:

• Be an active Ecampus student currently enrolled in a College of Agricultural Sciences program.
• Have completed at least two terms of study through Ecampus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well both individually and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to value, respect, learn and interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences. 

• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office, virtual meeting platforms, and university technologies.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. 

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of at least one academic year studying online at Oregon State University.
• Experience in student leadership, mentoring, peer education, customer service, outreach, or related roles.
• Experience facilitating presentations, workshops, or virtual meetings.

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