Student Life Position Title: Leadership Program Participant

1. Grade Level: Regular summer rate
2. Description:
1. The following are the essential duties for this position:
1. Follow course outline and requirements in a team and individual setting
2. Meet with program coordinator on a regular basis.
3. Assist in organization and preparation of designated Student Life and Labor and Student Life projects such as: Registration and Orientation weekends, labor meetings, Fall residence hall staff training
4. Participate in effective service delivery for Student Life and/or Labor and Student Life Offices.
2. The following are possible additional duties for this position:
1. Informational presentations to various campus groups
2. Participation in team projects with Collegium and/or other campus groups
3. R.A. duties in residence hall for summer school students.
4. Field trips related to the Leadership program syllabus
3. Learning Opportunities:
1. Leadership of team processes
2. Self-reflection and self-management
3. Public speaking and presentation skills
4. Principles and dynamics of team development
5. Leadership theories and practices
6. Berea College history and learning goals
7. Assessment/feedback principles and processes
4. Basic Qualifications:
1. General: A sophomore in good academic, social, and labor standing who is preparing to be or presently in a campus leadership position.
2. Skill: Organization, critical thinking, language aptitude
3. Physical: None
4. Academic: Good standing; completion of Freshman year
5. Desirable Qualification:
1. Team oriented
2. Good communication skills
3. Highly motivated d. Demonstration of healthy social interaction
4. Has demonstrated interest in expanding leadership potential
6. Narrative Summary: The position is based on a summer leadership course designed to prepare students for leadership roles and practices with the aim of achieving excellence in the workplace. The course provides opportunities for students to:
• be educated about various leadership styles,
• develop their own leadership style,
• be trained in activities that improve performance in their specific leadership role,
• learn how to work effectively in a team structure while retaining a high standard of personal integrity and interdependence.