Center for Student Involvement – Communication & Leadership

2018-2019Student AssistantApplication

Center for Student Involvement

The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) provides services to registered student organizations and coordinates leadership programming, community service projects and campus wide events.

CSI – Communication Leadership Assistant Position Description

The CSI – C&L Assistants will assist with daily operations, maintain accurate database information, compile information and formulate reports, assist with event planning and distribution of publicity and marketing materials, and perform other clerical duties. Students must have strong customer service skills and be able to provide students with accurate information about policies, procedures, services, and programs. Other Duties as assigned.

Student Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

The Student Assistants work in collaboration with one another, fulfilling the duties and responsibilities listed below:

  • Serve as a positive role model and UC San Diego representative including language, appearance, and manner;
  • Facilitate group activities and discussions in relation to requests for On Demand presentations on topics such as public speaking, teamwork, interpersonal relationships, professional communication, and leadership;
  • Assist with the coordination of the iLead program including workshop set-up and delivery of all general aspects of the program;
  • Implement the marketing and social media plan for all programs and events;
  • Meet and maintain communication with the Program Coordinator throughout the academic school year to obtain updates and support;
  • Attend bi-weekly Student Assistant meetings throughout the academic school year, held on Tuesdays of even weeks from 3:30pm to 5:00pm;
  • Attend Student Assistant Retreats and socials throughout the academic school year;
  • Maintain and enforce program rules and UCSD policy and procedures;
  • Prepare and organize program supplies and materials;
  • Provide support to the Program Coordinator with special projects, as needed.

Time Commitment

Duration ofPosition: May19, 2018 – June 14, 2019

Commitment / Dates
Available to attend Student Assistant Retreat / May 19, 2018; 9:00am-1:00pm
Available to attend bi-weekly Student Assistant Meetings / September 25, 2018 – June 13, 2019;
Even week Tuesdays, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Available to attend Student Assistant Training / September 24-26; 10:00am-3:00pm
Coordinating, facilitating, and leading CSI – C&L Programs
  • Student Assistants: 3-5 hours/week
/ September 25, 2018 – June 14, 2019
Available to attend the CSI Orientation & Student Staff Mixer / September 25, 2017; 10:00am-3:00pm

Qualifications

  • Strong public speaking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in one-to-one and group settings;
  • Punctual, responsible, and professional demeanor;
  • Experience working cooperatively as part of a team;
  • Ability to facilitate group activities and discussions on topics such as public speaking, teamwork, interpersonal relationships, professional communication, and leadership;
  • Demonstrate a level of awareness and sensitivity to the needs of different communities especially those from diverse backgrounds;
  • Prior/current experience participating in a CSI – C&L Program highly preferred;

Compensation

  • Student Assistants will receive an hourly wage of $11.85

Principles of Community

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to maintain a climate of fairness, cooperation, and professionalism. These principles of community are vital to the success of the University and the well being of its constituents. All faculty, staff, and students are expected to practice these basic principles as individuals and in groups.

We represent diverse races, creeds, cultures, genders, sexualities, and social affiliations coming together for the good of the University and those communities we serve. By working together as members of the UC San Diego community, we can enhance the excellence of our institution.

To read UC San Diego’s Principles of Community, visit:

How to Apply

Submit typed hard copies of application materials by noon (12:00pm) on Monday, April16, 2018to Katy Brecht(located within CSI on the 3rd Floor of Price Center East):

Complete the Student Assistant Application (Please use MS Word to fill out the form)

A copy of your current resume

Select applicants will be invited to an individual interview which will take place April 24th – May 3rd (Weeks 4 & 5).

For more information, contact: Katy Brecht| 858-822-0181 |

Personal Information

Name: / PID: / A
Current Address:
Permanent Address:
Telephone #: / E-mail:

UC San Diego Information

College: / Select a collegeMarshallMuirRevelleRooseveltSixthWarren / Major: / Transfer Student: / SelectYesNo
Year (As of Fall 2016): / Select1st2nd3rd4th5th6th+ / Expected Grad Date: / SelectFall 2016Winter 2017Spring 2017Spring 2018Spring 2019Spring 2020 / International Student: / SelectYesNo
Currently working on campus? / SelectYesNo / # of Hours/Week: / Continuing for 18-19 school year? / SelectYesNo
Department: / Contact Person:

CSI – C&L Involvement

Have you participated in a CSI – C&L Program? / SelectYesNo
If so, please select the CSI – C&L Program(s) / iLead On Demand Workshop / Professional Communication Seminar
that you have participated in: / Public Speaking Seminar / Interpersonal Relationships Seminar
Equity Minded Leadership Seminar / Strengths based Leadership Seminar
Other:

Short-Answer Questions

Why are you interested in becoming a Student Assistant within CSI – Communication Leadership?

What is your understanding of the role of aStudent Assistant? How do your skills and experiences enable you to fulfill this role?

What does team work mean to you?

Please describe your experiences facilitatinggroup activities and discussions on topics such as public speaking, interpersonal relationships, professional communication, and leadership.

Please describe your commitment(s) for the next academic year including responsibilities and hours per week.

Position:
Organization/Department:
Responsibilities: / Number of Hours per Week:
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Professional Reference

Please list a professional reference (i.e. Advisor, Mentor, Supervisor, Faculty Member) who can comment on your skills and abilities:

Name: / Relationship to Reference:
Title: / Organization/Department:
Telephone #: / E-mail:

ApplicantAcknowledgement

Please initial each agreement below to confirm your availability for all required work dates and times:

Commitment / Dates / Initial
Available to attend Student Assistant Retreat / May 19, 2018; 9:00am-1:00pm
Available to attend bi-weekly Student Assistant Meetings / September 25, 2018 – June 13, 2019;
Even week Tuesdays, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Available to attend Student Assistant Training / September 24-26; 10:00am-3:00pm
Coordinating, facilitating, and leading CSI – C&L Programs
  • Student Assistants: 3-5 hours/week
/ September 25, 2018 – June 14, 2019
Available to attend the CSI Orientation & Student Staff Mixer / September 25, 2017; 10:00am-3:00pm

By submitting this application, I acknowledge the job responsibilities, expectations, and time commitment required of me if I were to be selected for a position as a Student Assistant. I am committed to representing CSI as a positive role model to the campus and surrounding community as outlined in the Principles of Community statement. In addition, I authorize CSI - CL staff to verify my records are in good academic standing to participate in the program.

Applicant’s Signature: / Date:

Last updated: 3/8/18