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Lansing Spartan Scholars Impact Team

Office of Undergraduate Education – Access, Transitions & Student Success Job Title(s): Lansing Spartan Scholars Impact Team - (LSS Impact)

Classification Title: Student Clerical Assistant I

Salary: $14.00 an/hour

Hours: 15 hours a week

Year in School: Rising Junior/Senior

Minimum GPA Req: 2.75

Positions Available: Three (Communications & Scheduling, Outreach & Recruitment, and Peer Mentors)

Our Unit:

The Office of Undergraduate Education at Michigan State University advances student success and works to close opportunity gaps by delivering comprehensive academic, advising, and transition support across first-year and transfer pathways. Through initiatives such as Summer Bridge programs, summer and first-year transition experiences, and cohort-based support models, the office takes a strategic, student-centered, and holistic approach to strengthening the undergraduate experience. In partnership with campus units and community stakeholders, these efforts continuously improve undergraduate programs and promote student persistence, engagement, and timely degree completion. These academic success priorities are advanced through the Office of Access, Transitions, and Student Success, which administers cohort-based programs serving students from targeted communities, including the Lansing Spartan Scholars Program (LSS) for first-year and transfer students from the Greater Lansing area and Detroit M.A.D.E., an initiative serving incoming first-year students from the Metro Detroit region.

Why Join the LSS Impact Team?

This role is intentionally designed for students seeking meaningful leadership experience within higher education. Participants gain:

Advanced leadership development

Direct mentorship from student success professionals

Experience in access-focused educational initiatives

Project management and strategic planning skills

Preparation for graduate school and student-facing careers

Overview:

The Lansing Spartan Scholars Impact Team is a selective leadership opportunity for high-performing students committed to advancing college access, scholar success, and community belonging. Impact Team Student Leaders serve as ambassadors, mentors, and program collaborators who help shape the scholar experience from recruitment through graduation.

Students hired into the Impact Team will be placed into one of three functional leadership areas:

Communications, Social Media, & Scheduling
Recruitment & Outreach
Peer Mentorship

All roles contribute to the strategic priorities of LSS while building transferable professional skills in leadership, communication, and program operations.

Communications/Social Media/Scheduling (Lead)

Ideal for students interested in: marketing, communications, higher education administration, and project coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing social media platforms or creating digital content.
Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and inclusive excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and schedule engaging content for LSS communication platforms, including social media and newsletters.
Maintain the program’s communication calendar and assist with promotional strategies for events and initiatives.
Coordinate scheduling logistics for workshops, meetings, and scholar-facing programs.
Collaborate with the LSS team to highlight scholar achievements and program milestones.
Ensure messaging aligns with university branding and student-centered values.
Support event promotion and provide on-site communication assistance as needed.

Outreach & Recruitment (Lead)

Ideal for students interested in: admissions, public relations, community engagement, leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience managing social media platforms or creating digital content.
Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and inclusive excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Represent LSS at recruitment events, campus visits, and community-based programs.
Assist in planning and executing outreach initiatives that introduce prospective scholars to MSU resources and opportunities.
Serve as a knowledgeable program ambassador, sharing personal experiences and insights with prospective students and families.
Support communication campaigns that encourage application and enrollment.
Collaborate with campus partners to enhance recruitment strategies.
Track outreach efforts and provide feedback to strengthen future engagement.

Peer Mentor (Lead)

Ideal for students interested in: education, counseling, student affairs, social work, leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build supportive relationships.
Demonstrated academic success and responsible leadership.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Prior mentoring or leadership experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support and mentorship to the LSS Ambassadors Team
Provide consistent mentorship and serve as a trusted resource for assigned scholars.
Facilitate small-group check-ins and contribute to community-building initiatives.
Support scholars in connecting with academic resources, campus services, and involvement opportunities.
Assist with transition programming, workshops, and scholar events.
Monitor scholar engagement and elevate concerns to professional staff when appropriate.
Model academic excellence, professionalism, and positive leadership.

LSS Impact Team Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled Michigan State University undergraduate student entering junior or senior standing by the start of employment.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 at the time of application and maintained throughout employment.
Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and strong organizational skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations and contribute to an inclusive community.
Commitment to supporting student success, engagement, and persistence.
Availability to work up to 15 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends for programming.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when supporting peers.

LSS Impact Team Preferred Qualifications

Prior leadership experience in student organizations, cohort-based programs, campus employment, or community initiatives.
Experience mentoring, coaching, tutoring, or supporting peers.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and foster belonging.
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Experience with event planning, recruitment, communications, or program coordination.
Cultural humility and a demonstrated commitment to advancing access, opportunity, and student development.
Comfort presenting to groups and representing a program or organization in a professional setting.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a complete application that includes all required materials, such as a resume and a letter of interest (formatted similarly to a cover letter). The letter should highlight the applicant’s campus involvement and activities, as well as their relevant experience and interest in the position.

Students may be selected for only one Lead role within the LSS Impact Team; however, they are welcome to express interest in multiple positions. If you would like to be considered for all three roles, please indicate this in your letter of interest.

For questions or additional information, please contact Cece Sumpter, Program Director of Lansing Spartan Scholars, at lansingspartanscholars@msu.edu or (517) 884-7834.