Student Ambassador
Oregon State University, Bend, OR, United States
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Resume/Vita
For additional information please contact: Rylea Erickson at rylea.erickson@osucascades.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Information
Job Title
Appointment Type
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location
Position Appointment Percent: 100
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non‑Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non‑Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
The Office of Admissions at Oregon State University–Cascades is seeking enthusiastic, motivated students to join our team as Student Ambassadors. This part‑time role (10–24 hours per week) provides meaningful, hands‑on experience designed to build career‑ready skills aligned with the eight NACE Career Readiness Competencies: Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Technology, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, and Career & Self‑Development.
Student Ambassadors serve as the first point of contact for prospective students and their families, representing OSU‑Cascades through tours, events, and communications (email, phone, text, and virtual platforms). This dynamic and collaborative team plays a critical role in shaping the visitor’s experience and supporting enrollment goals.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Position Duties
TOUR AMBASSADOR
TOUR Ambassadors provide engaging, informative, and personalized campus tours, offering prospective students and families a firsthand look at academics, campus life, and the OSU‑Cascades experience.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct daily campus tours for individuals and groups (in‑person and virtual)
Lead specialized tours for counselors, community partners, and prospective employees
Represent OSU‑Cascades at recruitment events, including high school visits and webinars
Present on student panels and assist with open houses and preview events
Operate the Welcome Center and support daily visitor engagement
Provide tours and services in
both English and Spanish
(for bilingual ambassadors)
Communicate admissions processes and campus resources clearly and accurately
Create inclusive and welcoming experiences for visitors of all backgrounds
BEAV AMBASSADOR
BEAV Ambassadors ensure smooth daily operations within the Welcome Center while maintaining excellent communication with prospective students.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule campus visits and itineraries
Communicate with prospective students via phone, email, and text
Support office operations including inventory, mail, and data entry
Maintain an organized, welcoming environment
Assist with visitor engagement and admissions processes
Utilize Admissions systems to ensure accurate data management
Collaborate with staff and ambassadors to support team goals
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑scholarship program
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Must be academically enrolled at OSU‑Cascades and pursuing a program or course of study. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate reliability and professionalism in the workplace. Ability to effectively and positively represent OSU‑Cascades to prospective families and community members. Exhibit leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and self‑confidence.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are strongly valued:
Bilingual (Spanish‑speaking) applicants, with the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish in verbal and written formats
Interest in or ability to support Spanish‑language campus tours and communications, enhancing access and inclusion for prospective students and families
Experience with or interest in representing specialized academic communities such as the Oregon State University Honors College
Strong public speaking, customer service, or peer leadership experience
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Posting Number: P12982SE
Number of Vacancies: 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 04/27/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date: 06/08/2026
Posting Date: 03/24/2026
Full Consideration Date: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: 04/06/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search: Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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1) A Resume/Vita
For additional information please contact: Rylea Erickson at rylea.erickson@osucascades.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Information
Job Title
Appointment Type
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location
Position Appointment Percent: 100
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non‑Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non‑Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
The Office of Admissions at Oregon State University–Cascades is seeking enthusiastic, motivated students to join our team as Student Ambassadors. This part‑time role (10–24 hours per week) provides meaningful, hands‑on experience designed to build career‑ready skills aligned with the eight NACE Career Readiness Competencies: Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Technology, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, and Career & Self‑Development.
Student Ambassadors serve as the first point of contact for prospective students and their families, representing OSU‑Cascades through tours, events, and communications (email, phone, text, and virtual platforms). This dynamic and collaborative team plays a critical role in shaping the visitor’s experience and supporting enrollment goals.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Position Duties
TOUR AMBASSADOR
TOUR Ambassadors provide engaging, informative, and personalized campus tours, offering prospective students and families a firsthand look at academics, campus life, and the OSU‑Cascades experience.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct daily campus tours for individuals and groups (in‑person and virtual)
Lead specialized tours for counselors, community partners, and prospective employees
Represent OSU‑Cascades at recruitment events, including high school visits and webinars
Present on student panels and assist with open houses and preview events
Operate the Welcome Center and support daily visitor engagement
Provide tours and services in
both English and Spanish
(for bilingual ambassadors)
Communicate admissions processes and campus resources clearly and accurately
Create inclusive and welcoming experiences for visitors of all backgrounds
BEAV AMBASSADOR
BEAV Ambassadors ensure smooth daily operations within the Welcome Center while maintaining excellent communication with prospective students.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule campus visits and itineraries
Communicate with prospective students via phone, email, and text
Support office operations including inventory, mail, and data entry
Maintain an organized, welcoming environment
Assist with visitor engagement and admissions processes
Utilize Admissions systems to ensure accurate data management
Collaborate with staff and ambassadors to support team goals
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑scholarship program
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Must be academically enrolled at OSU‑Cascades and pursuing a program or course of study. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate reliability and professionalism in the workplace. Ability to effectively and positively represent OSU‑Cascades to prospective families and community members. Exhibit leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and self‑confidence.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are strongly valued:
Bilingual (Spanish‑speaking) applicants, with the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish in verbal and written formats
Interest in or ability to support Spanish‑language campus tours and communications, enhancing access and inclusion for prospective students and families
Experience with or interest in representing specialized academic communities such as the Oregon State University Honors College
Strong public speaking, customer service, or peer leadership experience
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Posting Number: P12982SE
Number of Vacancies: 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 04/27/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date: 06/08/2026
Posting Date: 03/24/2026
Full Consideration Date: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: 04/06/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search: Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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