Military Affiliated Peer Support at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Job Description:

Salary/Position Classification

• $7.25 - $14.50/hr Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)


• 10-20 hrs/week hours per week


• 100% Remote Work Availability: No


• Hybrid Work Availability: No

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.


Through mentorship, guidance, and camaraderie, we aim to achieve successful integration of veterans, service members, and their family members in their academic experience while honoring their military values. This position engages with new military affiliated students, drawing on their own experiences and military culture, to offer meaningful support, encouragement, and resources to their peers, promoting academic achievement, personal growth, and a sense of belonging within the university community.

• Outreach via email and phone to all new students during all stages of the enrollment process including, prospective, admitted, matriculated, and registered.


• Assist with Orientation program (on campus and online).


• Assist with Military New Student Info Session & Lunch during Welcome Weekend.


• Maintain communication with new students throughout first year offering assistance with questions regarding VA (Veterans Affairs) benefit process, spring course registration process, etc.


• Attend VMS programming throughout academic year.


• Staff the reception desk in the Veteran & Military Services office (McCannel 170) to greet students/families/visitors, answer phone calls, cover office email account, and other office duties as assigned.


• Conduct program training as required.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.


• Ability to work as part of a diverse team.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Leadership abilities.

• Computer experience with email, internet, and Microsoft Office suite


• Requires 2nd semester Freshman status level (or above) and a 2.5+ GPA


• Successful completion of a UND student conduct check - applicants must be in good standing with the University. Students may not be on conduct probation prior to or at the time of hire and during tenure of position. Placement on conduct probation is grounds for immediate dismissal. Applicants must sign a release for the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities to verify this.


• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
* Resume
* Cover Letter


Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.


Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Starfish or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.