EMSS Peer Coach

University of New Mexico
$15.00 Hourly
United States, New Mexico, Los Lunas
280 La Entrada Rd (Show on map)
Jun 11, 2025
Requisition IDreq33691 Working TitleEMSS Peer Coach Pay$15.00 Hourly CampusValencia DepartmentValencia Branch Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeWork-Study StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date6/24/2025 Position SummaryA Peer Coach is a trained student leader who provides support and guidance to fellow college students as they navigate the complexities of higher education. Typically, Peer Navigators are students who have successfully adjusted to college life and can draw from their own experiences to assist others in finding the resources and support they need to succeed. The role of a Peer Coach is to empower and encourage students to become self-advocates, take ownership of their academic journey, and feel connected within the campus community. Peer Coaches assist with a wide range of topics including time management, academic support, student services, financial aid navigation, and campus engagement. Peer Coaches are found within enrollment management services. They will work closely with faculty, student success specialist, and student services staff to ensure students receive comprehensive support tailored to their individual needs. Overall, the Peer Coach provides a welcoming and relatable point of contact for students, offering guidance, motivation, and connection to campus resources-ultimately helping students thrive academically, socially, and personally. Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications No minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications include: Experience working with confidential documents, high attention to detail, and organizational skills; experience with customer service, excellent communication skills; experience with Microsoft Office Suite such as Excel and Word; experience working in a team environment. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please check with Financial Aid for Work Study Award. 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.