Ubuntu Mentor - Bend, United States - COCC

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Ubuntu Mentor (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Ubuntu Mentor (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

Classification Title Temporary PT Hourly

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $1,200 - $1,800 stipend non-benefited position, no guarantee of hours

Close Date

Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly

Instructor Status Not applicable

Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt

FLSA Status

Campus Location Bend

Primary Purpose

The Ubuntu mentor serves as a mentor to Afrocentric high school students and their allies. During the Ubuntu- a 4 day/3-night summer symposium at the COCC Bend campus.

Dates of hire:
June 24th- June 27th, Availability for program training days on June 4th and June 18th, debrief meeting after program ends)

Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise students throughout symposium making sure students are meeting expectations, monitoring behavior, encourage participation, and develop leadership skills.

Participate in and/or lead all activities while providing guidance to students.

Assist Ubuntu Coordinators with all logistics including check in/check-out, material distributions, etc.

Serve as a mentor/leader to address/listen to student concerns.

Other duties as assigned.

Available for (2) training half days on June 4th and June 18th, plus a 2-hour debrief meeting.

Department Specific

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and skill in working effectively within Afrocentric and other diverse communities.

Interact professionally with students, families, professors, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.

Excellent communication skills and ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups.

Experience with email, Internet, word-processing, and spreadsheets (preferably experience with MS Office Suite products).

Demonstrated experience in leadership activities.

Strong skills in working effectively in a team environment

Ergonomic Requirements

Work will be performed in and out of classroom settings. Mentors are required to stay on campus for the entire duration of the program.

There will be physical components of the symposium including but not limited to hiking, walking, climbing stairs, siting, singing, dancing, etc.

All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or GED

Must be a current or former COCC student, and/or college student from other regions

Knowledge of working with diverse student population

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment.

Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Experience with L.E.A.D, Ubuntu, and other college preparatory programs at COCC and beyond

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential.

In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment.

Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at or the Vice President for Student Affairs at

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities.

When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.