Indige-Peer mentoring

The Indige-Peer Mentoring program helps new incoming Indigenous students have a smooth transition to university life by providing strategies for success, sharing about campus resources, acclimating to campus life, and making new friends.

Personal characteristics

• Strong leadership skills and enthusiasm for helping others
• Organized, dependable, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outgoing personality and an interest in sharing personal collegiate experiences
• Positive attitude and knowledge of NAU support services/resources/programs
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated to work independently and is a contributing member of a team

Mentor qualifications

• Currently enrolled NAU undergraduate – must have completed one year of full-time coursework as a NAU Flagstaff campus student
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Be in good university conduct standing
• Commit 10-15 hours/week to the position

Required training

Successful applicants must also complete required training program(s) during the following timelines:

• CRLA Certified Level 1 Training is REQUIRED for all new mentors during the spring 2021 term.
• Safe Zone Training is to be completed prior to fall 2021 term.
• Additional REQUIRED trainings may be held during the fall 2021 term.

NOTE: Job posting is open for the 2021-22 academic year and applicants must apply through Handshake. Applicants will upload current resume, cover letter and include 3 references.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

For more information, contact Simeona Beasley at 928-523-3147.