Orientation Assistant

Terms and Hours Summer/Fall 2026:
May 4 - Sept 11 and November 1st - January 31st.

Orientation Assistants are student employees responsible for assisting in the implementation and production of all programs and activities related to Summer WAVE, Fall Orientation, and Spring Orientation.

• Support the University’s comprehensive efforts to assist all confirmed students in becoming Pilots who are actively engaged with our community.
• Work to accomplish the goals of Summer WAVE and New Student Orientation, and the Activities Fair prior to, during, and after the events.
• Maintain a positive attitude and welcome new students of all ages and backgrounds and academic disciplines as they transition into their life as a part of the UP community.
• Be a role model for new students and interact with them in various ways.
• Work to initiate relationships and become acquainted with new students. Take the initiative to go out and meet as many new students as possible. Mingle in the public areas; make connections between them.
• Serve as a guide (and often as an escort), provide directions to various locations around campus. This may include greeting crowds of people at the entrances to events or answering questions as participants exit an event.
• In conjunction with the Office of Student Activities team and other Orientation Assistants, staff Orientation Headquarters, where students acquire Orientation information, ask questions, etc.
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with new students and their families through a variety of platforms, including text, website, phone, email, mobile app, social media, etc.
• Track student participation in various events and programs as assigned.
• Give constructive feedback on the student experience of all Orientation programs with the goal of continuous improvement.
• Responsible for overnight stay with new students in campus residence halls during each WAVE session
• Give constructive feedback on the student experience of all Orientation programs with the goal of continuous improvement.
• Other relevant duties as assigned

• Must be available to work approximately 7-10 hours per week in the summer in preparation for four (in-person) Summer WAVE events scheduled for June 5-6;
  June 10-11;
  June 16-17;
  June 22-23 and virtual make-up opportunities for new students scheduled for June and July. Must be available to be present and work each aforementioned event.
• Must attend on-going training sessions, typically held in May and August. Actual dates are to TBD .
• Must return to campus approximate by Sunday, August 16, 2026 and actively participate in training sessions and preparation activities that lead up to Fall Orientation weekend.
• Must attend all planned and assigned Orientation events/activities from Thursday, August 20, 2026 thru Sunday, August 23, 2026 (Fall Orientation) and January 7-10, 2027 (Spring Orientation).
• Optionally, may work Fall and Spring Activities Fair and Spring orientation. Dates are TBD .

• Demonstrated ability to network and communicate effectively, with individuals and in small groups, verbally, and through a variety of mediums, including texting and social media.
• Ability to listen and take instruction.
• Ability to lead, to act under stress and pressure, to work collaboratively, and to exercise good judgment in personal conduct and decision-making, solving problems as they arise.
• Interest and willingness to interact extensively with other students. Must also be willing to maturely serve as a positive role model for students in all matters pertaining to University life
• Ability to manage details and tasks; to plan and implement events
• Ability to use a variety of technologies appropriately and efficiently
• Possess personal characteristics which include genuineness, approachability, a sense of humor, enthusiasm, empathy, honesty, reliability, and willingness to work unusual hours.

None specified.

SE883-2023

05/15/2026

05/01/2026

• Resume
• Cover Letter (Optional)

Contact
University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon

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