International Student Peer Advisor - Student Asst 3

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL ACTIVE UC MERCED STUDENTS (INCLUDING FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBLE). 

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at

the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to,

violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or

other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as

defined by the employer. 

For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Pay Range: $16.50 - $20.29

Hours Per Week: 14

Background Check: Yes

PHYSICAL WORK LOCATION: On Campus: KL 101

Description:

NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE FOR THE SPRING 2025 SEMESTER WITH A POSSIBILITY TO EXTEND. AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PEER ADVISOR MAY BE SCHEDULED BETWEEN 10 TO 15 HOURS WEEKLY DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR. 

International Student Peer Advisors serve as primary contacts for general inquiries about OIA, International Student and Scholar units, and Study Abroad. International Student Peer Advisors assist with outreach, recruitment, orientations and a variety of clerical tasks and projects. These responsibilities are primarily accomplished in-person, including while staffing the front desk in the OIA office and in other on-campus spaces. International Student Peer Advisors must be available to work throughout the entire academic year. The great majority of the work takes place during regular business hours but, on occasion, evenings and weekend hours may be assigned. Participation in trainings and meetings and some OIA events are required. 

Specific duties include but are not limited to: 

• Serving as an initial OIA contact by responding to general and routine questions from students, faculty and staff, and those external to the university, such as parents and potential students and visitors 

• Contribute articles and announcements for the International Students and Scholars Newsletter 

• Representing and assisting OIA during International Students and Scholars (ISS) orientations, IEW (International Education Week), and other events 

• Compiling surveys, data, and ISS program information 

• Providing information about OIA programs and other initiatives to students, staff, faculty, parents, campus visitors and other members of the community during outreach and marketing activities 

• Assist international students and scholars in adjusting to UC Merced campus, and introducing to U.S. Culture 

• Designing promotional materials including posters and flyers 

• Creating photo and video content on social platforms to engage with UC Merced international students 

• Organizing and updating informational materials 

• Attending regular departmental meetings and training sessions • Completing weekly assignments by deadlines 

• Posting on OIA's media platforms (e.g. Facebook, lnstagram, Snapchat, & Linkedln) in accordance with OIA's social media guidelines 

• Facilitate, organize, and participate in meetings, programs, and monthly OIA events for international students. 

• Supporting with Non-OIA, UC Merced internationalization efforts including but not limited to: student exchange, international student recruitment, and international relationship and partnership building 

• Serve as backup to pre-advise students about study abroad countries and programs, and helping students with the Study Abroad application and pre-departure process, through peer advising and other informational sessions

Qualifications:

• Available to work seasons during summer, winter, and spring breaks 

• Global experience – study abroad, work abroad, internship abroad, volunteer abroad, research abroad, teaching abroad (whether in-person or virtual programs) or other global experience/passion (Preferred). 

• Sophomore, Junior class standing (Preferred) 

• Interest in international education and commitment to furthering the goals of OIA and, more broadly, internationalization at UC Merced 

• Ability to represent OIA in a professional, mature and courteous manner 

• Ability to work comfortably with students, faculty, staff, visiting scholars, and external stakeholders of diverse identities and backgrounds 

• Commitment to strictly adhering to student confidentiality protocols, policies and laws 

• Ability to speak comfortably to small and large groups, and facilitate discussions about OIA and its programs/services • Strong communication and listening skills 

• Microsoft Office skills required; Mac computer experience and data entry experience highly preferred 

• Knowledge of social media platforms including YouTube, Snapchat, Linkedln, Facebook, lnstagram, and X 

• Experience creating fliers or other promotional media (preferred) 

• Experience in creating engaging video content for international students on social media, including skills in video editing and production (preferred) 

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously 

• Collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for working with other OIA staff and members of the UC Merced community 

• Ability to work independently and complete assignments as assigned 

• Creativity, reliability and a strong attention to detail 

• Satisfactory completion of background check required prior to employment 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND STUDY ABROAD RETURNEES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Please contact Julian Luke jluke2@ucmerced.edu for more information.

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