Black Student Success Equity Advocate Student Employee
2 months ago
Overview:
Equity Advocates are student leaders who support and represent the Office of Student Life and Campus Inclusion (SLCI). Equity Advocates are considered student employees of the SLCI office and will work directly with professional staff to utilize compassion, critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration skills to support the Blank Student Success Program. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to advancing social justice, equity, and diversity. Equity Advocates plan an important role for students of color to participate in campus employment and critical learning opportunities.
Campus Location:
Des Plaines & Skokie
Length of Employment: July 2024- May 2025
Can a student do homework on this position? Sometimes
Hours available: 5-20 hours a week
Schedule Flexibility: Some evenings for special events and workshops.
10:00 -2:00 pm. 2:00 - 6:00 pm. This position will be flexible.
Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes:
- Facilitate essential BSSP duties- front desk administrative duties, (i.e. answering phones, receiving visitors, answering student questions, organize and maintaining filing systems (physical and digital), preparing presentations and meeting materials (PF, CD)
- Collaborate with SLCI staff & administration on events, critical conversations, activities, etc. (LD, CM)
- Administer, collect, and assist in data collection, analysis, and improvement planning. (EI, CT)
- Serve as acting ambassador for the Black Student Success Program. (EI, LD)
- Assist in the the recruitment of students, pass out flyers, classroom announcement, etc. (LD, CM)
- Assist with marketing, promotions, and social media content with the intention of creating campus awareness of BSSP programs, services and resources. (CM)
- Support the facilitation of presentations to campus and community members (LD, CM)
- Create flyers, newsletters and other graphic materials (CM)
- Co-host topic discussions and educational sessions on issues related to the African and Latinx diaspora. (LD, EI)
- Engage in identity-based leadership. (LD, EI)
- Participate in critical learning opportunities and workshops. (CD, CT)
- Read and discuss articles. (CD, CT)
Student Employment Learning Outcomes Defined:
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified 8 career readiness competencies that broadly prepare college students for a successful transition into the workplace. Listed in alphabetical order, the include:
1. Career and Self- Development (CD)
2. Communication (CM)
3. Critical Thinking (CT)
4. Equity and Inclusion (EI)
5. Leadership (LD)
6. Professionalism (PF)
7. Teamwork (TW)
8. Technology (TC)
For more information about the NACE Career Readiness Competencies, please visit:
www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined/.
Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Other abilities):
The B.L.A.C.K. Student Success Program (BSSP) is seeking a student worker to join our team and bring your unique talents to life This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a positive impact on campus.
What You'll Bring:
- Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and enjoy working towards shared goals.
- Leadership Potential: You have a desire to make a difference and inspire others.
- Reliable & Adaptable: You're a dependable team player who can adjust to new situations.
- Communication Master: You can clearly express yourself both verbally and in writing.
- Sharp Mind: You possess strong critical thinking skills and a knack for problem-solving.
- Inclusive Approach: You feel comfortable interacting with people from all walks of life.
Bonus Points for Passion in: Social Justice Advocacy, Graphic Design, Social Media Savvy, Event Planning
- Must be currently enrolled at Oakton College in at least six credit hours during the Spring semester. Employment over the summer is allowed for students taking at least 1 credit class during the summer, or students continuing registration into the following Fall semester.
- Can show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- At time of hire a minimum GPA of 2.0 or first semester enrolled at Oakton and be in good academic standing.
Application Process:
- This position requires a spark of creativity To help us understand your perspective, we invite you to submit a presentation or creative piece that embodies what "Black Student Success" means to you.
The format is entirely open It can be a podcast episode, a thought-provoking video, a poem that speaks to the heart, a music piece that captures the spirit, a piece of art, an informative infographic, a captivating slideshow, a flier or any other format.
Express yourself freely and let your passion for Black student success shine through. Submit your creation to Janeen Jackson, our Equity Coordinator for Black Student Success.
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