BCC is offering two positions: A paid position as an Orientation Leader and an internship. Read details!
Orientation Leader Position Overview
Orientation Leader's aide new students and families in their transition to Berkshire Community College (BCC). Through a variety of experiences and opportunities, Orientation Leaders have the power to make a positive and lasting difference in the BCC community and develop great leadership and résumé-building skills in the process.
This is a paid position.
Job Duties
- Serve as official ambassador to the BCC campus.
- Serve as a positive role model to new students and their families.
- Develop an expanded knowledge of BCC.
- Conduct campus tours for new students, schools, classes, and guests.
- Represent BCC during college events.
- Assist with the organization, preparation, implementation, and evaluation of the New Student Orientation cycle and related programs and events.
- Acquaint new students with campus services, activities, facilities, and campus rules and regulations.
- Follow-up with student connections.
- Work with diverse populations.
- Work on calling campaigns.
- Provide tips on being a successful student.
- Assist with variety of office related tasks.
- Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism at all times.
- Demonstrate strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Exhibit leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and enthusiasm.
- Maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
- Possess an enthusiastic, positive attitude and be willing and eager to provide excellent customer service.
- Provide office support to the Student Engagement Center.
- Attend leadership training.
- Most importantly, must want to have fun!
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a BCC student.
- Ability to work flexible hours
Position will run one-year cycle, July 2025 – May 2026
Please send letter of interest and resume to Tina Schettini at tschetti@berkshirecc.edu. Deadline to apply April 12, 2025.
Orientation Leaders
- Training could begin after July 1
- Campus tours one day per week over the summer (six hours)
- Small tasks such as; mailing of postcards, phone calls (three hours in August)
- Week of Orientation – Prep and Day of
- First week of classes – Welcome Week events and greeters
- Falcon Fest
- Hire two permanent – Campus Tours and weekly hours
- Hire additional four to be trained for Orientation Day
Internship — Update Online New Student Orientation
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for updating the online orientation modules with new information, including academic program changes, campus updates, student support services, and important deadlines.
- Ensuing accurate and up-to-date information within the Moodle Platform.
- Assist in visually appealing and engaging content within the online platform, including graphics, videos, and interactive elements.
- Work with the Coordinator of Student Engagement to develop new content and features for the online platform, ensuring alignment with overall orientation goals.
- Consider the student experience when updating content, ensuring information is clear, concise, and relevant to new students.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in learning management system (LMS) like Moodle or similar platforms.
- Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with design software.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in information.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with different stakeholders.
- Basic understanding of web development principles and accessibility guidelines.
- Ability to work independent and within a deadline.
Potential Benefits for the Intern
- Gain hands-on experience managing an online platform for Orientation.
- Develop skills in content creation and visual communication.
- Understand the student onboarding process and contribute to a positive first impression for new students.
- Gain valuable insights into ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½s Academics and Student Support Services.
Reports to: Coordinator of Student Activities
Job to begin: As soon as filled
Number of hours per week: Up to 10 hours per week, until update is complete, with a potential deadline of May 15.