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Student Ambassador

Oregon State University, Bend, OR, United States


Special Instructions for Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

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 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‑schooling 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

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

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: None

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 Duration: 04/27/2026 – 06/08/2026

Posting Date: 03/24/2026

Closing Date: 04/10/2026

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