2016 Orientation Leader Application
Thank you for your interest in the 2016 Orientation Leader Program. The Offices of Admission and Student Activities are excited you are considering this excellent leadership opportunity. Orientation Leaders play an integral role in the lives of new students and families at Texas A&M-Kingsville. Your application is due by Friday, March 4th before 4 pm in the Welcome Center, MSUB Room 105. If you have any questions, contact Laura Knippers at (361) 593-4423 or via e-mail at [email protected].Applications will be reviewed the week of March 7-10, 2016. Candidates to the Orientation Leader Program will be notified via e-mail by no later than March 10th if they were selected for an interview. Orientation Leader interviews will be conducted in after Spring Break and the interview process will require the candidate to attend an interview session. Date and time slots will be provided at a later time.
Qualifications
Good academic standing, with minimum GPA of 2.5 (grades will be checked ending Fall 2015)
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
Demonstrate desire to learn about the university’s programs, policies, and procedures
Responsibility and willingness to assist others
Must not have pending disciplinary actions in the Dean of Students Office
Must be available to work long hours during the month of June and July when we host the majority of our orientation events.
Applicants must complete an application and participate in the interview process
Must have good communication and time management skills
Must successfully pass a State of Texas criminal background check
Must complete online Youth Protection Training
Must attend all Orientation Day events such as training and debriefing sessions. Retreat & training dates will be announced at a later date.
Responsibilities
Attend and participate in all training sessions during the spring and summer
Assist in the organization and preparation for orientation activities
Serve as a positive representative of the university to new students and their parents
Facilitate new students’ introduction to the university by maintaining an open, helpful attitude and using effective communication techniques
Promote interaction among new students during small group discussions, icebreakers, meals, and evening activities
Facilitate ice breakers and team building activities
Answer students’ and parents’ questions about social and academic aspects of university life
Explain academic advising and course enrollment procedures for all of the university’s undergraduate schools and answer basic questions about course loads and elective classes
Facilitate social activities for new students though direct involvement and participation
Work closely and cooperate with Orientation Leaders and Admission, Student Activities, and Student Success staff to develop, prepare, implement, facilitate and evaluate the orientation programs Characteristics Responsible Positive attitude Self-confident Helpful Flexible Takes initiative Leader Punctual
Positive role model
Self-motivated
Team player
Dedicated to the goals of the first year student experience
Knowledgeable of the Texas A&M University-Kingsville campus, history and mission The entire application packet (the application form, your answers to the questions, and the two signed and sealed envelopes containing your recommendation forms) must be turned in by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2016 to the Welcome Center, MSUB Room 105.
2016 Orientation Leader Application
Applications are due by 4 p.m. on March 4, 2016 to Welcome Center, MSUB Room 105Name: _____________________________________ Banner K#: ____________________
Current Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________
City: ______________ State: _____ Zip: ___________ Birthdate: ___________________
Phone: _________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________________
Entered TAMUK as (circle one) Freshman Transfer
Classification: ______________________ Expected date of graduation: _______________
Major: _______________________________________ Cumulative GPA: ____________
Hometown: _________________________________________________________________
Are you bilingual? ___________________ Language(s): ___________________________
Are you a returning O.L.:______________ Are you a Javelina Ambassador: __________
Do you plan to enroll in classes in the summer? If so, which sessions (SS1 or SS2) and how many hours? ___________________________________________________________
Do you plan to live on or off campus this summer? ______________________________
How did you hear about the Orientation Leader Program:
________ E-mail ________ Friends
________ Javelina Camp ________ Previous O.L.
Are you interested in the Javelina Ambassador program: __________________________ Are you interested in being a Pack Leader for Javelina Camp: ______________________ Are you interested in working with parent programming at orientation? ____________
List campus organizations you are involved in at Texas A&M-Kingsville and any position(s) held in these organizations:
____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________
List any honors or achievements you’ve received at Texas A&M-Kingsville:
____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________
Application Questions
Please answer the following questions on a separate page, no more than 2 pages, typed, and attached to your application. Applicants who have not served as Orientation Leaders should only answer questions in Section A. Returning Orientation Leaders should answer questions in Section B.
SECTION A (new Orientation Leader applicants)
1. Why do you seek a position within the Orientation Leader Program and what qualities do you have that you feel would contribute to the organization?
2. Define responsibility in your own words.
3. What is the best advice you can provide to a new student transitioning to Texas A&M University-Kingsville?
4. What do you love most about this university?
5. What does Texas A&M University-Kingsville mean to you? SECTION B (returning Orientation Leader applicants)
1. From your previous experience as an Orientation Leader, what suggestions or recommendation(s) would you like to submit to our orientation program? 2. Describe your most memorable experience as an Orientation Leader.
3. How can we change the structure and training of future Orientation Leaders?
4. If you are selected as an Orientation Leader again, how would your experience make you a better orientation leader this year?
5. Give an example of a time when you took on a leadership position during orientation to resolve a problem. Provide specific details of the situation, the steps you took to resolve the problem and the outcomes (negative and/or positive.)
Application Agreement
I understand that if I am selected as a 2016 Orientation Leader, I am being chosen from a large pool of applicants and that the Orientation Leader Program is counting on me to show that I truly believe in the Javelina Spirit and commitment to the new students and their families. By signing and submitting this application, I agree to the Orientation Leader standards and objectives outlined on the application. I also agree to accept possible dismissal from the
Orientation Leader Program for having more than three unexcused absences, failing to comply with any of the Orientation Leader requirements and responsibilities as stated in this
application or failing to represent and uphold the reputation of the Orientation Leader
Program. I also understand that I have been accepted to the Orientation Leader Program on a probationary status and may be released from the program if the Orientation Leader
Coordinators feel that I am not a good match for the program.
The Orientation Leader Program is committed to enhancing the awareness of diversity at Texas A&M-Kingsville. Discrimination and/or harassment based on age, gender, disabilities, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other subgroup with the university community is unacceptable to this organization. This can be the basis for immediate termination.
Please initial each item below:
_________ I authorize the Office of Admission to check my academic and disciplinary standing each semester that I participate in the Orientation Leader Program.
_________ If selected as a finalist to join the Orientation Leader Program, I authorize Texas A&M University-Kingsville to conduct a criminal background check.
________ The University reserves the right to use my name, likeness, voice and/or biography in connection with promotional and advertising materials.
________ As an Orientation Leader, I am representing the University. I will be professional and courteous. I will be mindful that my behavior and actions reflect on myself and the University. I will follow the Texas A&M University-Kingsville Student Code of Conduct at all times.
__________________________________________________ (Signature) __________________________________________________ (Printed Name) __________________________________________________ (Date)
2016 Orientation Leader
Recommendation Form
Name of Applicant _____________________________________________________ Name and Title of Reference _____________________________________________ Telephone______________________ E-mail________________________________ Relationship to Applicant _______________________________________________ Using the scale below, please rate the applicant relative to his/her peers.
Needs
Very Good Good Fair Improvement Poor Not Observed Openness and friendliness 5 4 3 2 1 0
Self-confidence 5 4 3 2 1 0 Potential as a “Group Leader” 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ability to initiate action 5 4 3 2 1 0 Sense of judgment 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ability to communicate verbally 5 4 3 2 1 0 Dependability 5 4 3 2 1 0 Enthusiasm 5 4 3 2 1 0 Sense of humor 5 4 3 2 1 0 Positive role model 5 4 3 2 1 0 If you feel strongly that the applicant should or should not be considered for this position, please give a brief explanation. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
Thank you for your assistance in helping us to evaluate this applicant.
Signature: _________________________________________________Date:___________________________ Return by Friday, March 4th in a sealed envelope or by fax to:
Texas A&M University-Kingsville Office of Admission
700 University Blvd MSC 116
Kingsville, TX 78363 Fax: 361-593-2991
2016 Orientation Leader
Recommendation Form
Name of Applicant _____________________________________________________ Name and Title of Reference _____________________________________________ Telephone______________________ E-mail________________________________ Relationship to Applicant _______________________________________________ Using the scale below, please rate the applicant relative to his/her peers.
Needs
Very Good Good Fair Improvement Poor Not Observed Openness and friendliness 5 4 3 2 1 0
Self-confidence 5 4 3 2 1 0 Potential as a “Group Leader” 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ability to initiate action 5 4 3 2 1 0 Sense of judgment 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ability to communicate verbally 5 4 3 2 1 0 Dependability 5 4 3 2 1 0 Enthusiasm 5 4 3 2 1 0 Sense of humor 5 4 3 2 1 0 Positive role model 5 4 3 2 1 0 If you feel strongly that the applicant should or should not be considered for this position, please give a brief explanation. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
Thank you for your assistance in helping us to evaluate this applicant.
Signature: _________________________________________________Date:___________________________ Return by Friday, March 4th in a sealed envelope or by fax to:
Texas A&M University-Kingsville Office of Admission
700 University Blvd MSC 116
Kingsville, TX 78363 Fax: 361-593-2991
