ORIENTATION TEAM

A strong Orientation Team improves student engagement and satisfaction from day one, supports retention by helping students build early connections, and reinforces a positive, student-centered campus culture. It also develops student leaders who serve as ambassadors for Neumann, strengthening peer support networks and enhancing the overall student experience. 

Department: Office of Student Life
Title: Orientation Leader
Description: The NU Knight Orientation Leader serves as a key ambassador for Neumann University, playing an essential role in supporting new students as they transition into university life. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide Exceptional Support & Service: Welcome and assist new students and their families during orientation, offering guidance and information on campus facilities, resources, and university life.
• Enhance Communication & Presentation Skills: Lead campus tours, facilitate icebreakers, and guide group discussions to foster meaningful connections among incoming students.
• Develop Leadership & Teamwork: Serve as a small group leader for students or families, collaborate with fellow Orientation Leaders and university staff, and model Neumann University’s RISES values and mission.
• Strengthen Organizational & Logistical Abilities: Support event operations by assisting with registration, distributing materials, coordinating schedules, and ensuring smooth program execution.
• Build Advising & Mentorship Skills: Act as a resource to help students navigate academic and extracurricular opportunities, address concerns, and promote a sense of belonging within the university community.
• Cultivate Cultural Competence & Empathy: Engage with students and families to support their transition to NU, providing tools and insights to help them thrive.
• Participate in Leadership Development: Attend comprehensive training sessions focused on building leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advance Student Success Initiatives: Contribute to the mission of the Office of Student Engagement & Orientation by helping new students transition successfully to Neumann University.
• Perform Additional Duties as Needed: Support the orientation team with flexibility and professionalism to meet program goals.

• Professional uniform top provided 
• Hourly Rate
• Summer Housing
• Professional leadership training
• Access to leadership opportunities

Interested undergraduate students must be enrolled full-time, have successfully completed at least 15 credits at Neumann, hold a minimum 2.5 GPA, and exhibit the following criteria:

• Active campus involvement
• Demonstrate leadership experience (on and/or off campus)
• Participate in ongoing trainings/meetings
• Be in compliance with student Code of Conduct
• Exhibit Neumann pride and awareness