Student Tour Guide
University of New Mexico
- Albuquerque, NM
- $14.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Working Title Student Tour Guide
Pay $14.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Admissions Office (085A)
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type Student Employment
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 4/23/2024
Position SummaryStudent tour guides serve primarily as a host and guide for all campus visitors to the Office of Admissions by
welcoming them with genuine hospitality, marketing the University, sharing their positive experiences, and
ultimately recruiting prospective students to UNM. This will require the successful candidate to provide a high
level of customer service and share knowledge of a wide variety of university programs and services. This role
will stretch beyond the duration of the visit, as tour guides will be expected to assist future students and their
families in arranging visits to UNM campus and follow-up with visitors to ensure their questions are answered
and requests met. Additionally, student tour guides will assist in the planning, preparation and execution of
admissions events on campus. Tour guides will also be expected to preform numerous other duties, including
but not limited to processing incoming mail, completing outgoing mailings, organizing recruitment materials,
collecting inventory counts, and other tasks according to the needs of the office. The successful candidate will
be required to maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times, adhering to the dress code and
corresponding positively with office associates and visitors alike.Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to prepare and deliver a presentation as part of the interview
process
Minimum QualificationsEquivalencies not found for this position
Preferred Qualifications 1. The Campus Tour Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. Students must have
availability during these hours. Tour Guides only work occasional Saturdays for special events.
2. Having Summer 2024 availability is preferred.
3. Demonstrates friendly, professional, and helpful demeanor at all times
4. Evidence of enthusiasm and positive approach to university life
5. Experience working regularly with diverse groups of people
6. Very strong communication skills, both verbal and written
7. Public speaking experience
8. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
9. Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
10. Strong computer skills, including work knowledge of Microsoft Office
Application Instructions Describe the documents the applicant should attach for a complete application. Include any additional application instructions that may be required of applicants e.g. writing sample.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.