Neighborhood Ambassador - multiple positions, ongoing hiring

 

“Won’t you be my neighbor?” Neighborhood Ambassadors provide fellow students with information, resources and opportunities to create a better living environment in their off-campus neighborhood. They act as a liaison between campus, their assigned neighborhood, and student renters in order to enhance communication, collaboration and problem-solving. This position requires students to go door-to-door to speak with neighbors, deliver newsletters, plan neighborhood events and think critically about community issues. The Ambassadors work in a team setting and with the guidance of the Program Director to accomplish these tasks.

-    University of Montana student enrolled in 6 credits or more

-    2.5 GPA or higher

-    Preference given to those who live in/around the University District neighborhood

-    Demonstrated community involvement, volunteerism, and/or leadership experience

-    Strong verbal and written communication skills

-    Strong interpersonal skills

The work of a Neighborhood Ambassador has a flexible schedule that can include evenings and/or weekends. The following guidelines apply:

-    Ambassadors will work an average of 7-8 hours/week

-    No more than 75 hours per semester.

* it is your responsibility to create a schedule to meet the required hours each week, but you will receive assistance from the Program Director in completing this task.