Student Success Advocate (Thrive Team)

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Weber State University is hiring a Student Success Advocate (Thrive Team). This role involves supporting and promoting campus connection, student development, and academic success through outreach, programming, and general office and front desk support. Advocates will engage with diverse groups and contribute to the Student Success Center's mission while receiving training to enhance personal and professional growth.

Highlights

Responsibilities include outreach, program implementation, and office/front desk support for the Student Success Center's Thrive Team.
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher and be enrolled full or part-time at Weber State University with at least two semesters completed.
Required skills include effective communication, subject matter expertise, dependability, organization, collaboration, and ethical handling of confidential information.
Competency in basic technology such as computers, social media, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite is necessary.
Preferred experience includes student outreach and event/program planning.
The position requires attending a weekly in-person team meeting and maintaining consistent availability on specified days.
A background check is required.
The role targets active WSU students committed to fostering student success and campus engagement.
Physical demands are sedentary with occasional walking and standing, with no adverse environmental exposure.
The position offers training opportunities aimed at personal and professional development.

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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title	Student Success Advocate (Thrive Team)
Requisition Number	H01726P
Position Category	Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location	Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Months per year
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function	The Student Success Center (SSC) at Weber State University is now hiring Student Success Advocates on the SSC Thrive Team. The SSC Thrive Team is a group of student staff that aim to support and promote campus connection, student development, and academic success. Student Success Advocates will be assigned to three main areas: outreach, programming, and general office and front desk support. These students are selected for their high energy and commitment to their roles. Our goal is to ensure that our student staff members have a meaningful and memorable experience as part of our team. We are committed to supporting your success as a college student and your growth as a future professional. We offer training opportunities to help you achieve your personal and professional objectives.
Required Qualifications	Required Qualifications: Education 2.5 GPA or higher (must be maintained while working in this position and remain in good standing with the university) Full or part-time enrollment at WSU Must have completed at least two (2) semesters at WSU or equivalent Required Skills: Effective communication and interpersonal skills Subject matter expertise Dependable, organized, collaborative, and can follow instructions Ability to work with diverse groups Ability to ethically handle confidential information Competent in using basic technology (e.g. computers, social media, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.) Ability to assist people in a friendly and welcoming manner Willingness to learn and support the mission and growth of the Student Success Center Working knowledge of campus resources
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred Qualifications: Experience with assisting with planning and implementing programs Experience with student outreach efforts (e.g. social media, tabling, community, etc.) Experience with planning and implementing programs, events, activities, etc.
Background Check?	Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date	02/13/2026
Review Date	02/15/2026
Job Close Date	03/13/2026
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/23359
Notes to Applicant	If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position	Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position	Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.	Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.	None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- jobs.weber.edu
- KSL
- Chronicle of Higher Education
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* Are you eligible for Federal Work Study? (If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.)
- No Response
- Yes
- No
* Are you a current Weber State University student?
- Yes
- No
* How many years have you been a student at WSU?
- 1st year
- 2nd year
- 3rd year
- 4th year
- other
* Please list your availability on Tuesdays (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) and Thursdays (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM). Be specific about the exact hours you can consistently work.
(Open Ended Question)
* All student staff are expected to attend a required in-person team meeting every Friday from 1:30 – 2:30 PM. Are you able to commit to attending this meeting each week?
- yes
- no

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

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Optional Documents

Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Info
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