Graduate Studies in Education (GSE) Peer Mentor
- Ogden, UT
- Permanent
- Full-time
Requisition Number H01913P
Position Category Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Months per year
Alternate work schedule● 10-20 hours per month
● 1-hour biweekly meeting with supervisor (required)
● 1-1.5 hour monthly staff meeting (required)
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate $18
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic FunctionThe Graduate Studies in Education (GSE) Peer Mentor plays an essential role in supporting graduate student success through the GSE Peer Mentor Initiative and the Office of Mentoring Programs. This position is considered a high-impact educational practice, providing peer mentors the opportunity to apply their knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities in service to their peers while also strengthening their own professional preparation.GSE Peer Mentors support the academic, professional, and personal success of graduate mentees through intentional mentoring in one-on-one, small group, and drop-in settings. Focus areas include:
● Navigation of campus resources (financial aid, registration, wellness, advising, etc.) and Moyes School of Education supports (services, career pathways, etc.)
● Connection to campus and community (graduate student belonging, networking, professional organizations, and engagement in programs/events)
● Preparation for graduation and career integration (résumés/CVs, leadership development, adaptable communication skills, interview preparation, etc.)Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of Moyes School of Education staff and be supported by the Office of Mentoring Programs (e.g., meeting with the Mentorship Development & Implementation Coordinator). Mentors are required to participate in training, staff meetings, and workshops throughout the year, as well as complete certification requirements in their first semester of employment.GSE Peer Mentors may mentor students across all eight GSE tracks, not solely within their own area of study.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Mentoring
● Serve as a positive role model and representative of the GSE program and Moyes School of Education
● Demonstrate cultural competence and the ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, academic experiences, and career goals
● Facilitate one-on-one, small group, and workshop-style mentoring sessions
● Provide guidance with graduate processes such as scholarship applications, FAFSA, registration, and other university services
● Support outreach through programming, events, and digital communication
● Model professionalism, accountability, integrity, active listening, and effective communication
● Actively give and receive feedback to strengthen mentoring practice
● Collaborate with fellow mentors as an engaged and reliable team memberAdministrative & Program Support
● Maintain consistency and punctuality in scheduled work hours and meetings
● Track mentoring activities (sessions, outreach, events, etc.) using required reporting tools
● Communicate in a professional, timely, and student-centered manner with supervisors, mentees, peers, and partners
● Use Google Calendar to schedule and manage mentee appointmentsComplete additional training as needed for specific mentee populations or cohorts.
Required Qualifications● Must be a current graduate student in the Moyes School of Education, enrolled in 6+ credits
● Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
● Completion of at least one semester at WSU is preferred
● Declared track within the GSE Department (Higher Education Leadership, Educational Leadership, Sports Coaching Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, Family Life Education, Inclusive Early Childhood Education & Care, or Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching)
● Work-study eligible preferred (50/50 available)Skills & Abilities
● Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and conflict management
● Organizational and time management skills (Google Calendar experience preferred)
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
● Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Gmail, etc.)
● Commitment to supporting students from varied backgrounds and experiencesExperience
● Prior mentoring, coaching, teaching, or leadership experience is helpful but not requiredAll interested graduate students with a desire to support their peers are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications● Experience working with diverse student populations
● Experience mentoring, coaching, or motivating others
● Experience coordinating programs, events, or group activities
● Availability during evenings and weekends as needed
Background Check? NoPosting Detail InformationJob Open Date 08/27/2025
Review Date 08/29/2025
Job Close Date 09/27/2025
Open Until Filled
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Notes to ApplicantIf you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.ADA Essential Job FunctionADA Essential Job FunctionPhysical Activity of this position Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).