Job Title: APARC Student Lead - Summer Coordinator
Location: Asian Pacific American Resource Center, Appleby 311, East Bank Campus
Hours: Approximately 15-20 hours/week (June-September only)
Required Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled as a full time undergraduate student for fall 2023
- Able to be employed from June - September 2023
- Familiarity with Zoom and online video conferencing logistics
- Ability to manage online and in-person group dynamics and facilitate dialogues
- Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Possess a strong understanding of issues regarding AAPI communities, student leadership, student support, social justice, and diversity
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prefer an upper level (2nd year or higher) undergraduate student
- Hold a cumulative GPA of at least 2.70 and in good academic standing
- Experience serving in Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) student organizations or other leadership positions and working with AAPI students
- Experience in educational, cultural, and identity based event planning
- Experience with student organizing and activity planning
- Passionate about empowering future generations of AAPI students
- Understanding of marketing, online content, social media, and outreach efforts geared toward students
About the Job
The Asian Pacific American Resource Center (APARC) is committed to supporting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students thrive at the University of Minnesota. The position will have a vital role in working with APARC staff to develop, implement, and coordinate the New AAPI Student Welcome sessions and AAPI First-Year Retreat. The New AAPI Student Welcome sessions and AAPI First-Year Retreat serve to support first-year AAPI students with transitioning to college through community building activities and introduction to AAPI identity development. The goal of the programs are to welcome students to the U, connect students to the AAPI community on campus, and affirm the identities and experiences of AAPI students.
The position will be responsible for organizing and leading 4-5 online student sessions and 1 in-person retreat to engage students with social engagements, discussions, presentations, and/or workshops that are related to first-year student experiences, specific to the AAPI student population. The position will work closely with APARC staff to plan activities, facilitate programming, and continuously develop the program to support AAPI students. In addition, the position is responsible for supporting the resource center as noted in the position duties and responsibilities.
The position will work remotely from June-September. The position will transition to in-person work in September to lead the AAPI First-Year Retreat on campus. During remote work, candidates must be available to attend a weekly team meeting during regular hours of operations: Mon-Fri; 9am-5pm and initial team training during the first week of hire. Team meetings and training will be scheduled after hiring. Open to coordinating staffing schedules to meet specific needs and accommodations. Ability to maintain an assigned staffing schedule is essential. The position will require some evening hours and one working Saturday pending scheduling of program activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and facilitate the New AAPI Student Welcome sessions and AAPI First-Year Retreat to support AAPI students with college transition
- Develop and implement online and social media outreach efforts to connect with first-year AAPI students for program participation
- Attend weekly Summer Coordinators team meetings with APARC staff to plan and implement program
- Meet 1-on-1 with APARC staff for check-in and support with program development
- Research and gather information to develop student engagement programming and activities for students
- Model positive and inclusive behavior, and support students in the program with informal mentorship and resources
- Maintain program feedback and student evaluations with program participation
- Attend campus and community sponsored programs, events, and activities related to first-year student college transition
- Answer questions and direct campus resources for students
- Assist with other campus and community activities as needed
- Assist with other APARC events and activities that may occur during position timeline
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Pay and Application
Pay will commensurate with experiences and skills related to the position. The priority deadline is April 30th. Applications received after the priority deadline are not guaranteed consideration. Anticipated start date is May 30, 2023. Anticipated end date is September 30, 2023 or earlier.
To apply, please submit your resume, unofficial transcript, and a 1 page cover letter addressing the following questions. Please attach and email all application materials to Kong Her, Director of APARC, at [email protected].
- Why are you interested in the position and what experiences, skills, identities, and knowledge will you bring to the position?
- What do you believe are the struggles and challenges that AAPI first-year students face?
- As a Student Ambassador, how would you help empower AAPI students to overcome those challenges?
About the Department
The Asian Pacific American Resource Center (APARC) is committed to ensuring AAPI students thrive in their academic journey, affirming AAPI student identity and experiences, and engaging the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities to better support AAPI students. APARC is funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant for Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISI). APARC provides AAPI students with culturally relevant programs for academic success and personal development.
Learn more about APARC by visiting http://aparc.umn.edu. Follow APARC at instagram.com/aparc.umn and facebook.com/aparc.umn.
Please contact Kong Her, Director of APARC, at [email protected] with any questions.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.