| Job Summary: |
The Summer Scholars Program (www.MiamiOH.edu/summerscholars) at Miami University is an immersive pre-college experience for academically-talented rising high school juniors and seniors which requires an intense commitment of both time and energy from each member of the staff. While responsibilities of Summer Scholars Program Counselors are similar to those of the typical Miami University Resident Assistant and Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader, the position demands a different level of involvement.
The Summer Scholars Counselors serve as ambassadors for the program and for Miami University. They closely interact with the Scholars and shape the Scholars' experience in the program. Student counselors who are highly invested in the program are vital to creating a positive experience for each student, thus successfully impacting the Summer Scholars Program as a whole.
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| Essential Duties: |
-Develop an open and professional relationship with each participant in their family community.
-Maintain a safe atmosphere in the residence hall as well as anywhere the group travels,
-Understand, enact and enforce the policies of the University Code of Conduct, Minors on Campus Policy and the Summer Scholars Program.
-Plan and execute activities which assist participants in interacting with one another, develop new skills or knowledge, and/or familiarize participants with Miami University.
-Resolve conflicts among program participants as needed.
-Respond accordingly to crises which may arise among participants.
-Be accessible and interact with students.
-Act as a positive role model for the Scholars.
-Promote a climate that is inclusive and respectful of all participants, students, and Miami faculty and staff.
-Support Office of Admission events during the program.
-Assist with the opening and closing of the hall each session of the program.
-Participate in on-call hall duty.
-Perform bell desk duties during assigned hours.
-Assist with non-prescription medicine distribution as needed.
-Report problems with, or damages to the facilities.
- Cooperate with maintenance staff in achieving a healthy physical environment within the community.
-Assist the Offices of Admission and Residence Life in various administrative tasks such as evaluations, surveys, and the distribution of material to participants.
-Follow emergency procedures as appropriate.
Training:
-Participate in all training sessions: July 2, 2024 - July 6, 2024
Miscellaneous:
-Attend daily meetings with staff, scholars and one-on-one meetings with supervisory staff as needed.
-Optional: Have a clean driving record, be an experienced driver willing to complete training for 12-passenger vans, and transport participants to events, programs, and activities.
-Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
A successful applicant will typically have experience as a Miami University RA or SOUL although such experience is not required; have completed at least one year of study at Miami University by May 15; and have sophomore standing by the start of the program. Junior standing at Miami is preferred, but not required. This is a live-in position for the entire term of the appointment. Room and board is provided for the residential experience.
Mandatory staff training prior to the program will be July 2, 2024 - July 6, 2024. Counselors are on duty for the duration of the program: July 7, 2024 - July 20, 2024. Four to Six counselors will be appointed for a third week to work with the second half of the two-week academic units. They will be on duty from July 7, 2024 - July 27, 2024.
Selected students must complete a finger printed State of Ohio background check.
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| EO/AA Statement/Clery Act: |
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223. |
