Summer Campus Ambassador

Student Employment - Summer Campus Ambassador
Charleston Southern University

Department: Admissions

Location: Hunter Center. Note: Due to summer renovation/construction, this position will not be in the Hunter Center most of the summer. Flexibility and adaptability will be key for the individuals hired for this position.

Supervisor Name: Mae Taul

Supervisor Email: mtaul@csuniv.edu

Alternate Supervisor: Bryan Ayer (bayer@csuniv.edu)

Dates Employed:

Summer: May 12, 2025 – August 22, 2025

Position Overview:

Assist in fulfilling CSU Mission, Vision and Goals. Provide students with the opportunity to receive experience related to educational or career objectives. Prepare future graduates with integrity who are critical thinkers, skillful communicators and effective collaborators positioned to perform responsible roles in society.

Key Responsibilities:

The following duties are needed for this position, and they are intended to provide students with experience related to their educational and/or career objective:

• Assist Admissions Counselors with daily office tasks, including answering phones, responding to emails, and managing schedules.
• Provide information and support to prospective students and their families regarding the admissions process, application requirements, and campus life.
• Help organize and participate in admissions events, such as campus tours and summer registration days.
• Maintain and update student records and databases with accurate and timely information.
• Prepare and distribute admissions materials, including brochures, application packets, and acceptance letters.
• Assist with data entry and filing of admissions documents.
• Maintain accurate records of admissions materials in inventory/storage.
• Give daily tours as needed.
• Support the Admissions Office in various administrative tasks as needed.

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Full-time student of record at Charleston Southern University. (The student is not required to take classes during the summer.)
• Must have worked previously as a Campus Ambassador and received training on giving an official admissions tour to prospective students and campus guests.
• Eligible for the work-study program (federal work study is preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Alignment with the university’s Christian values and mission.

Hours:

Part-time, approximately 0-15 hours per week.

Compensation:

$12 hourly wage, based on university student employment guidelines.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should apply, resume, cover letter, and references through Paycom on the CSU Student Employee Website. Interviews will be conducted by Kary Tejeda and/or Melanie Hilton. 

Additional Notes:

• These roles are intended to provide students with a meaningful employment experience that contributes to both their personal and career development.
• Student Financial Aid Services Student Employment reports to Kary Tejada.
• Students enrolled in courses during the semester they are working are FICA exempt.
• Students not enrolled in the semester are required to pay FICA taxes.
• Students are not permitted to work during scheduled class times.

Charleston Southern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Eligibility/Requirement(s):

• Full-time student of record at Charleston Southern University. (The student is not required to take classes during the summer.)
• Must have worked previously as a Campus Ambassador and received training on giving an official admissions tour to prospective students and campus guests.
• Eligible for the work-study program (federal work study is preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Alignment with the university’s Christian values and mission.

Student Employee:

• Must be an active student at Charleston Southern University.

Federal Work-Study:

• Must be a currently enrolled student at Charleston Southern University.
• Must have completed all documentation required by Financial Aid.
• Must have accepted their financial aid award.

Charleston Southern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.