Student Ambassador

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

I. Position Information

Title: Admissions Student Ambassador

Division/Office: Office of Admissions

Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt, Student Worker

II. Position Summary

Chaminade University of Honolulu’s Admissions Student Ambassador Program is a leadership program that offers students the opportunity to play a key role in the recruitment process. Admissions Student Ambassadors play a vital role in recruiting future Silverswords. As the front line for the Office of Admissions, you will educate visitors about the history, traditions, and life at Chaminade University of Honolulu. Ambassadors will also work with the various platforms involved in the admissions process (e.g., Slate, Colleague, Google).

III. Reports to

Direct Report to: Admissions and Campus Tour Specialist

IV. Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment (55%)

• Lead dynamic campus tours, VIP tours
• Establish and maintain relationships with prospective students and their families
• Represent Chaminade at virtual and on- and off-campus events
• Conduct calling campaigns, social media campaigns
• Assist during campus and off-campus events as needed
• Silversword Shadow Program

• Facilitate opportunities for admitted and deposited students to experience and engage with the university’s campus culture and student life through class shadowing, dining experiences, and campus activities.

Operations (35%)

• Correspond with students via email and phone
• Prepare Promotional Item Request packages for prospective students
• Prepare recruitment material for Counselors
• Create and mail out acceptance packages
• Perform audits on the Slate platform
• Input student data
• Maintain an inventory of the office space

Other Duties as Assigned (10%)

V. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

VI. Education and Experience

Minimum Education

Must be a full-time Day Undergraduate student at Chaminade University of Honolulu.

Preferred Qualifications

Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5; 3.0 is preferred.

Experience and Skills

• Maintain professionalism at all times
• Must possess excellent verbal and electronic communication skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Google platforms, Canva, etc.
• Must be able to adapt and work in changing environments, tasks, and situations

VII. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

VIII. Other Requirements

• This is a part time and non-exempt Student Worker position. Depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and have a varying schedule, as events can take place outside of office hours, on Saturdays and Sundays, and throughout the evening
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal

IX. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

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