Peer Advisor Coordinator - Center for Academic Success - Spring 2026

Job no: 497074
Position type: Part-time
Location: South Orange
Division/Equivalent: 147-Student Services
School/Unit: 134111-Center for Academic Success
Categories: Student Employment

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JOB SUMMARY

Peer Advisor Coordinators provide leadership and mentorship to the Peer Advisor team while continuing to support first-year students. Coordinators serve as role models, guide a group of Peer Advisors, ensure timely communication and documentation, and promote a strong team culture through regular check-ins and community-building efforts. In addition to fulfilling core Peer Advisor duties, Coordinators take on expanded responsibilities in oversight, mentorship, and accountability. This is a paid student leadership position offering up to 20 hours per week during the academic year, with opportunities to strengthen supervision, communication, and program leadership skills.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as a model of leadership through professional communication, accountability, and respectful interactions with students, staff, and faculty
  • Oversee a group of Peer Advisors and monitor their overall progress and engagement.
  • Serve as a point of contact for questions or concerns related to PA responsibilities or expectations.
  • Host or coordinate PA-specific bonding events to build community and morale within the cohort.
  • Communicate important reminders, announcements, and event updates to assigned PAs
  • Review PA activity logs and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
  • Assist in preparing for campus, department, and recruiting info sessions, including coordination with relevant offices or departments
  • Support and document minor disciplinary steps in accordance with the PA discipline policy and escalate issues as needed.
  • Support classroom instruction in 1-2 ULife or SKIL courses by actively engaging students and assisting the instructor with learning activities
  • Attend a weekly 30-minute meeting (minimum) with your class instructor to stay aligned on course goals
  • Share important announcements and reminders with ULife or SKIL students to keep them informed
  • Support first-year student engagement in campus life throughout the fall and spring semesters by fostering connections and encouraging involvement through activities like events, study sessions, and regular check-ins
  • Participate in monthly PA buddy check-ins to build supportive relationships and share peer advising experiences.
  • Participate in scheduled performance evaluations to track progress and identify areas for improvement
  • Support Admissions and Career events like tours, info sessions, and Open House. Required to work two events per semester, including one Open House. Some may be on evenings/weekends.
  • Hold a minimum of two weekly office hours at an assigned front desk, demonstrating professionalism while providing peer support and assisting with general office tasks
  • Submit activity logs and timesheets on time every two weeks to ensure accurate tracking of hours and fulfillment of job responsibilities

 

FEDERAL WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT

NO -- Federal Work Study eligibility not required

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Successfully hired as a current Peer Advisor.
  • Will have completed at least 30 credits by December 16, 2025.
  • Will be registered for at least 12 credits for Spring 2026, unless otherwise approved.
  • Will maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher, with no incomplete grades.
  • Is in good judicial standing with the University and have no active or unresolved conduct issues on my record.
  • Has demonstrated leadership experience as evidenced by participation in extra-curricular activities.
  • Is responsible, able to take initiative, be flexible and problem solve.
  • Has the ability to work with diverse people

 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Must be a current 2025-2026 Peer Advisor

 

CONTACT

Niksha Davis - niksha.davis@shu.edu

 

 

Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

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