Orientation & Community Service Center

Summer Leadership Opportunities

Application Guidelines

STEP 1This Summer Leadership Information Packet informs you about positions available in the Community Service Center (CSC) and Orientation.

STEP 2When you complete the application, please rank the positions in the order you are most interested. Please respond to the questions on the application corresponding to your first choice.

STEP 3The following documents are required for your Summer Leadership application to be considered complete: 1. Application Questions 2. Resume 3. Transcript (Unofficial) 4. Spring Semester Schedule (Graph Format) 5. Three References 6. Recommendation Letter (required for second round interviews only)

STEP 4You must hand deliver your application to Orientation by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2015.

STEP 5Please sign up for a group interview based on your number one choice. There are no ties between position choice. Following the group interview, each applicant will be notified if they are returning for a second interview for specific positions.

The second interview is an individual interview with at least two staff members. One letter of recommendation is required for the second round interview.

The selection committee will consider every applicant individually and evaluate both interviews before offering a position to an applicant. Offer letters will be available by March 6, 2015.

Please note the selection committee may offer you a position that is not your first choice, but that the committee believes better suits your qualifications.

COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER

ORIENTATION

FYSOP Coordinator -22 positions availableProgram Assistant -2 positions available

The Community Service Center provides volunteer opportunities for students that serve as vehicles for empowerment, growth, and leadership. It also encourages active and responsible membership in the community. The CSC broadens the scope of the educational experience through service and reflection.

Student Advisor -48 positions availableProgram Advisor -20 positions availableInternational Peer Mentor -50 positions available

Orientation team welcomes incoming students and their families to the Boston University community and assists with their transition. Orientation helps new students with the mechanisms of registering for classes, and showcases many services and programs offered by the University. Orientation also offers families the opportunity to learn more about their students’ new home by meeting with University representatives, academic advisors, and returning students.

Program QualificationsTo apply for any leadership position:

• You must be in good academic, disciplinary, and financial standing with the University. While there is no formal GPA cutoff, high academic standing is expected. No one may hold a position while on academic probation.

• You must display strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills, as well as the potential to develop these skills throughout the program.

• You must be able to attend all staff training sessions and program dates including those in spring and summer.

• You must be returning to Boston University for the 2015-2016 academic year. You may go abroad in the fall 2015. ** You may not be abroad in the spring semester 2015.

• You must have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for Boston University and civic responsibility.

• Note: Certain positions require a particular class standing. See chart here.

** International Peer Mentors cannot study abroad in Fall 2015.

FYSOP COORDINATOR

STUDENT ADVISOR

PROGRAM ADVISOR

CSC PROGRAM ASSISTANT

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*One Student Advisor for School of Visual Arts, School of Music, & School of Theater: (1) Acting and (1) Design &Production

Boston University prohibits discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental handicap, or marital, parental, or veteran status. This policy extends to all rights, privileges, programs, and activites, including admissions, financial assistance, employment, housing, athletics, and educational programs. Boston University recognizes that nondiscrimina-tion does not ensure that equal opportunity is a reality. Because of this, the University will continue to implement affirmative action initiatives which promote equal opportunity for all students, applicants, and employees. Inquiries regarding the application of this policy should be addressed of the Office of the Provost.

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CSC FYSOP Coordinator(22 Positions)

FIRST-YEAR STUDENT OUTREACH PROJECT COORDINATOR

FUNCTION To serve as a member of the Community Service Center (CSC) staff and to plan and implement the First-Year Student Outreach Project (FYSOP) in accordance with the mission of the CSC.

REPORTS TO Community Service Center Office of the Dean of Students

RESPONSIBILITIES1. FYSOP Coordinators (FYCOs) are responsible for

the planning and implementation of FYSOP, a program for first-year students who come to campus a week prior to the start of school to complete community service in the greater Boston area. FYCOs serve as liaisons between the CSC and incoming students and their parents as well as between the CSC and community partner organizations. This includes answering questions, processing applications, and coordinating logistics.

2. FYCOs must attend all training sessions and FYSOP programs and activities. 3. FYCOs work 25 hours per week from June 8-July 3, 2015, 30 hours per week from July 6- July 31, 2015, and 35 hours per week from August 3-August 28, 2015. FYCOs will schedule office hours in the CSC Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with 5 days of unpaid vacation. * This includes promotion of FYSOP at University Orientation sessions, participation in after-skit activities on Thursday evenings of each session, and connecting with first-year students after they are accepted to participate.

FYSOP 2015 DATES Staff Arrive: Tuesday, August 18 Volunteers Arrive: Monday, August 24 Education Day: Tuesday, August 25 Site Days: Wednesday, August 26-28 Staff Reflection: Saturday, August 29

4. FYCOs will be paired together and assigned an Issue Area by the FYSOP Program Manager. Working together, the Coordinators will create a comprehensive educational packet, plan an eight hour day of education (including speakers), and coordinate three days of service (including reflection) for every participant in their Issue Area.

FYSOP ISSUE AREAS Abilities Animals Children Elders Environment Gender Focus Homelessness and Housing Human RIghts Hunger Public Health Awareness Urban Engagement

5. FYCOs will also serve on a Project Committee. Each committee creates and implements program wide activities. Past project committees have included Goods & Services, Public Relations, and Registration.

6. FYCOs are responsible for the recruitment and hiring of FYSOP Staff Leaders. This includes staff interviews and selection during the Spring 2014 semester.

7. FYCOs are responsible for the recruitment of FYSOP Volunteer participants. This includes promotion of FYSOP at University Orientation Sessions and participation in the After-Skit activities on Thursday evenings of each session. Also, participation in “Phone-a-Thon” for accepted volunteers to connect with students after they’re accepted.

UNIVERSITY ORIENTATION 2015 DATES Session 1: June 10 - 12 Session 2: June 17 - 19 Session 3: June 24 - 26 Session 4: July 8 - 10 Session 5: July 15 - 17 Session 6: July 22 - 24 Session 7: July 29 - 31 School Opening: August 26 - 29

8. FYCOs are responsible for completing their project committee & issue area binders and year-end evaluations following the week of FYSOP and during Fall 2015.

9. FYCOs are responsible for completing all FYSOP related tasks during Fall 2015, including evaluation processing, thank you letters, issue area binders, and committee binders.

10. FYCOs are expected to assist in transitioning first- year students from FYSOP to academic year programs, attending SPLASH, a post-FYSOP event, CSC information fairs, and fall volunteer van training.

CSC FYSOP Coordinator

• In addition to housing from Monday, May 18 - Sunday, August 24, 2015.• Training during May 19-22, 26-29, June 2-5, 2015........$600*• 13 weeks total.................................................................$2,920-$3,240** - June 8 - July 3 ............................25 hours/week at $9/hour for 4 weeks (does not include overtime) - July 6 - July 31 ............................30 hours/week at $9/hour for 4 weeks - August 3 - August 28..................35 hours/week at $9/hour for 5 weeks *Subject to change

**Variation depends upon vacation time taken and does not include overtime pay.

COMPENSATION

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT Tuesday, May 18 - Sunday, August, 30 2015FYCOs work 25-35 hours/week from Monday, May 18 - Sunday, August 30, 2015 25 hours/week until July 3, 2015 30 hours/week until July 31, 2015 35 hours/week until August 28, 2015* Additional hours are required during FYSOP staff selection in March and April in exchange for summer housing.** FYCOs must take 5 unpaid vacation days during the months of June and July.

TRAINING SESSIONS March 20 - March 21, 2015 Weekend Retreat Off-CampusMarch 27 CSC Training 6-9pmMarch 28 CSC Training 9am-5pmApril 11, 2015 Public Speaking Training Session 6 - 9 pm May 19-22, 26-29, June 2-5, 2015 Summer Training 9 am- 5 pm

ADDITIONAL COMMITMENTS March 30 - April 11 Staff Interviews TBA

April 12 Staff Selection 7am - 5:30pm

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• FYSOP Coordinators have been able to hold part-time jobs in addition to the responsibilities of this position. These outside commitments must not interfere with any of the obligations listed above.

• It is not possible for FYSOP Coordinators to register for Summer Session II classes due to conflicts with training and FYSOP commitments. Summer Session I classess cannot conflict with summer training.

• Housing is not provided by the CSC during the week of FYSOP. Students will be asked to move into their academic year housing assignments or, if off-campus, will need to find alternative housing.

• FYSOP Coordinators must take 5 unpaid vacation days in June and July.

• Meals will be provided during training and the week of FYSOP.

• It is expected that your first priority is your responsibility to the Community Service Center.