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First-Gen Flock Peer Mentor Job Description

First-Generation Flock

Context of the Job

First-Gen Flock Peer Mentors will work with Student Diversity and Inclusion (SDI) staff within the Division of Student Life to give back to first-year, first-generation college students, contributing to their success and belonging at UD. This role is voluntary but can count towards required volunteer hours.

 

Responsibilities

  • Participate in mentor training held at the start of the semester.
  • Serve as a mentor for up to 2 first-year first-gen students.
  • Have check-ins with assigned mentees twice a month.
  • Complete a short monthly survey on the needs of their mentees.
  • Attend monthly workshops for first-gen mentors.
  • Attend at least 2 First-Gen Flock programs.
  • Complete mid-semester and end-of-year evaluations.
  • Contribute ideas and new perspectives on building first-generation college student engagement.
  • Serve as an ambassador for Student Diversity & Inclusion and participate in the general promotion of student success and engagement around diversity and inclusion.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Must be an enrolled undergraduate student and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Must be at least a sophomore in the 2026–2027 academic year.
  • Must be a first-generation college student, defined as a student whose parents did not graduate from college with a baccalaureate degree.
  • Proficient in Google Applications (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms).
  • Creative problem-solving skills for mentees and overall first-year cohort.
  • Dependable for assigned mentees and cohort leadership.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Effective leadership, team building and collaboration skills.
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills.
  • Knowledgeable and familiar with various campus resources.