Pathfinder Application

Jump Start Scholars Pathfinders support the mission of the Student Success & Retention department by helping remove student barriers to persistence and facilitating experiences that promote the discovery of community, meaning, and purpose.

We do this by:

  • Connecting students to an active support network of faculty, staff and students.
  • Fostering student engagement through early move-in to the residence halls and early exposure to campus staff and services.
  • Empowering students to manage financial, time, and personal resources.
  • Assisting students in achieving academic and personal success.
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New Students

Pathfinder Position Description 2027

Position Description:

Pathfinders are responsible for serving as mentors and guides to new UNI students participating in the Jump Start Scholars extended orientation program. Pathfinders will participate in training sessions, facilitate their small groups, and staff all events and activities of the Jump Start program. These activities include, but are not limited to check-in, program sessions, social activities. Pathfinders will also provide resource and referral information to students and families, prepare Jump Start Scholars materials, in addition other duties as assigned.

Contact jumpstart@uni.edu or 319-273-4260 with questions.

Compensation:

$15 per hour

Application Process:

  • Step 1: Submit application below by Sunday, October 25 at 11:59PM
  • Step 2: Applicants must attend an interview (interview details will be provided after application is submitted)

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled UNI undergraduate student (must also be enrolled during the fall term following employment) in good academic standing
  • Positive attitude regarding the university
  • Openness to learning more about self, others, and UNI
  • Strong communication skills
  • Preference given to former Jump Start Scholars participants

 

Time Commitment:

  • Spring UNIV 1086 full semester course
  • Full-time Pathfinder staff training from Monday, August 9th through Friday, August 13th, 2027
  • Full-time work during Jump Start Scholars from Sunday, August 15th through Wednesday, August 18th, 2027
  • Jump Start Scholars staff MUST be in attendance for the entire week of training and all Jump Start programming
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