Oregon State University
Special Instructions
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document: • A Resume including hometown and state/country, major and any options or minors, current academic standing, GPA, expected graduation term/year, any work experience, campus and community involvement, internships and/or study abroad experiences as applicable. For additional information please contact:
Jim Marquit
at jim.marquit@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Information
Job Title TOUR Ambassadors (Student Employee) Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location OSU Campus – Corvallis, OR Position Appointment Percent 100% Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th – 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month
Summary This recruitment will be used to fill twenty (20) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) TOUR Ambassadors for the Office of Admissions at Oregon State University (OSU). The Office of Admissions employs qualified, currently enrolled undergraduate students as paid TOUR Ambassadors, who serve as the first point of contact for prospective students and families while representing Oregon State University through a variety of recruitment events and visit programs. The Welcome Center welcomes nearly 34,000 visitors to campus each year, and TOUR Ambassadors are a key component of this work. Visitors represent a wide variety of backgrounds and lived experiences, and they visit from around the country and the globe. The TOUR Ambassadors are part of a team that creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere for campus visitors that focuses on providing information and access to higher education for all prospective students. TOUR Ambassadors conduct campus and housing tours, virtual campus tours, student panels, and group visits. Ambassadors also represent OSU during large admissions visit programs, recruitment events, and in overall Welcome Center operations. Through these visit experiences, ambassadors share information about 200+ academic programs, 3 OSU campuses, and countless student support resources located on the Corvallis campus for prospective students. TOUR Ambassadors will also work weekly office hours at the Welcome Center, including answering phone calls and emails on behalf of the Welcome Center, as well as checking in visiting families and providing them with a warm first welcome to the campus. Through all of their job duties, ambassadors share information about Oregon State, its academic colleges and student support services, and they also share their personal positive experiences at OSU to help prospective students make admissions decisions. All visit programs are conducted in person and virtually, with possible additional opportunities to attend off-campus recruitment events and multicultural-focused recruitment events as interested. Student employees typically work 4–10+ hours per week on a flexible schedule that supports academic priorities, while receiving ample and ongoing paid training to ensure success in the role. Successful candidates enjoy working with people, bring a wide range of life experiences, and demonstrate enthusiasm for sharing Oregon State University with prospective students and their families. Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Position Duties
Campus Tours, Group Tours and Panels:
Lead groups of up to 15-25+ daily visitors around the OSU campus while providing robust information about the university on 90-minute campus tours
Lead 60-minute campus tours to visiting high school or community college groups, focusing on student support resources
Provide all tours independently without the oversight or supervision of staff members, which involves making quick decisions regarding tour routes and alterations as needed
Make accommodations to tour routes as needed to best support visitors
Use microphone and speaker to amplify voice at noisy outdoor locations
Stay informed on changes to OSU undergraduate colleges, student support services and more by engaging in ongoing paid training throughout the year
Serve on Q&A panels where visiting students and families can ask questions of ambassadors about their experiences at OSU
Admissions Program Support:
Assist Welcome Center staff by working at prospective and admitted student large program days such as Beaver Open House, Orange & Black Day and Spring Preview
Provide abbreviated campus tours and housing tours
Serve on Q&A panels where visiting students and families can ask questions of ambassadors about their experiences at OSU
Staff the check-in and help desks throughout program days to support visitor questions
Monitor program sessions and take attendance
Some ambassadors may drive university vehicles to transport materials on program days
Welcome Center Operations:
Staff the front desk of the Welcome Center during business hours
Answer phones and emails on behalf of the Welcome Center regarding questions about Oregon State University, campus visit opportunities and more
Greet and check in visiting students/families for their campus visit, orienting them to their schedule and locations around campus for visit experiences
Monitor Welcome Center spaces to keep them clean, tidy and well-stocked for visitors
Other Duties:
Collaborate with other OSU student ambassador groups and provide recruitment support to undergraduate colleges
Participate in campus-wide marketing efforts to promote OSU
Take advantage of potential opportunities to travel off-campus for recruitment events and/or engage in multicultural-focused recruitment events
Support the Office of Admissions with additional duties as needed
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required to be offered a position. Therefore, to be competitive, we recommend that you use your resume and the supplemental question responses to demonstrate how you meet these qualifications:
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to represent Oregon State University effectively and positively.
Possess well-rounded academic and co-curricular experiences, and exhibit leadership, commitment, initiative, dependability, discipline, and self-confidence.
Experience in initiating conversations with people you do not know
Demonstrated experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, lived experiences, perspectives and identities
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
These preferred qualifications will be assessed through the job hiring process. Not meeting the qualifications doesn’t disqualify you from the job, but applicants who demonstrate these qualifications will be more competitive during the hiring process
Bilingual in a second language other than English
Professional experience providing customer service via phone, email and/or in-person
Experience giving tours
Demonstrated engagement with OSU’s student resources, clubs and organizations
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Successful applicants will be required to work weekly hours Monday through Friday. Some occasional weekend work will be required to assist with admissions events. Hours are available during academic breaks, sometimes with additional hours per week. Scheduling is based on individual student availability, and shifts are scheduled around academic obligations. Participation in paid staff training is a required part of the position. Training for new ambassadors occurs weekly during February through May and is scheduled around academic obligations. All ambassadors are required to attend annual fall training the week prior to fall term beginning. Required training dates are shared with ambassadors well in advance so that staff can prioritize the time and hold their calendars to attend.
Posting Number P12593SE Number of Vacancies 20 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/02/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Open-ended Posting Date 11/01/2025 Full Consideration Date 01/04/2026 Closing Date 01/04/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document: • A Resume including hometown and state/country, major and any options or minors, current academic standing, GPA , expected graduation term/year, any work experience, campus and community involvement, internships and/or study abroad experiences as applicable. For additional information please contact:
Jim Marquit
at jim.marquit@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is your program of study? (Majors, minors, etc.)
* When is your anticipated graduation term? (Fall/winter/spring/summer & year)
* Why do you want to become a TOUR Ambassador who represents OSU effectively and positively, and what special skills or qualifications do you have that help you meet the requirements of the job? (350-word maximum)
* This job involves public speaking and presenting in front of groups of visitors. Please describe your comfort level and experience starting conversations with people you do not know. Share an example of a time you developed a positive connection with a stranger. (350-word maximum)
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document: • A Resume including hometown and state/country, major and any options or minors, current academic standing, GPA, expected graduation term/year, any work experience, campus and community involvement, internships and/or study abroad experiences as applicable. For additional information please contact:
Jim Marquit
at jim.marquit@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Information
Job Title TOUR Ambassadors (Student Employee) Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location OSU Campus – Corvallis, OR Position Appointment Percent 100% Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th – 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month
Summary This recruitment will be used to fill twenty (20) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) TOUR Ambassadors for the Office of Admissions at Oregon State University (OSU). The Office of Admissions employs qualified, currently enrolled undergraduate students as paid TOUR Ambassadors, who serve as the first point of contact for prospective students and families while representing Oregon State University through a variety of recruitment events and visit programs. The Welcome Center welcomes nearly 34,000 visitors to campus each year, and TOUR Ambassadors are a key component of this work. Visitors represent a wide variety of backgrounds and lived experiences, and they visit from around the country and the globe. The TOUR Ambassadors are part of a team that creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere for campus visitors that focuses on providing information and access to higher education for all prospective students. TOUR Ambassadors conduct campus and housing tours, virtual campus tours, student panels, and group visits. Ambassadors also represent OSU during large admissions visit programs, recruitment events, and in overall Welcome Center operations. Through these visit experiences, ambassadors share information about 200+ academic programs, 3 OSU campuses, and countless student support resources located on the Corvallis campus for prospective students. TOUR Ambassadors will also work weekly office hours at the Welcome Center, including answering phone calls and emails on behalf of the Welcome Center, as well as checking in visiting families and providing them with a warm first welcome to the campus. Through all of their job duties, ambassadors share information about Oregon State, its academic colleges and student support services, and they also share their personal positive experiences at OSU to help prospective students make admissions decisions. All visit programs are conducted in person and virtually, with possible additional opportunities to attend off-campus recruitment events and multicultural-focused recruitment events as interested. Student employees typically work 4–10+ hours per week on a flexible schedule that supports academic priorities, while receiving ample and ongoing paid training to ensure success in the role. Successful candidates enjoy working with people, bring a wide range of life experiences, and demonstrate enthusiasm for sharing Oregon State University with prospective students and their families. Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Position Duties
Campus Tours, Group Tours and Panels:
Lead groups of up to 15-25+ daily visitors around the OSU campus while providing robust information about the university on 90-minute campus tours
Lead 60-minute campus tours to visiting high school or community college groups, focusing on student support resources
Provide all tours independently without the oversight or supervision of staff members, which involves making quick decisions regarding tour routes and alterations as needed
Make accommodations to tour routes as needed to best support visitors
Use microphone and speaker to amplify voice at noisy outdoor locations
Stay informed on changes to OSU undergraduate colleges, student support services and more by engaging in ongoing paid training throughout the year
Serve on Q&A panels where visiting students and families can ask questions of ambassadors about their experiences at OSU
Admissions Program Support:
Assist Welcome Center staff by working at prospective and admitted student large program days such as Beaver Open House, Orange & Black Day and Spring Preview
Provide abbreviated campus tours and housing tours
Serve on Q&A panels where visiting students and families can ask questions of ambassadors about their experiences at OSU
Staff the check-in and help desks throughout program days to support visitor questions
Monitor program sessions and take attendance
Some ambassadors may drive university vehicles to transport materials on program days
Welcome Center Operations:
Staff the front desk of the Welcome Center during business hours
Answer phones and emails on behalf of the Welcome Center regarding questions about Oregon State University, campus visit opportunities and more
Greet and check in visiting students/families for their campus visit, orienting them to their schedule and locations around campus for visit experiences
Monitor Welcome Center spaces to keep them clean, tidy and well-stocked for visitors
Other Duties:
Collaborate with other OSU student ambassador groups and provide recruitment support to undergraduate colleges
Participate in campus-wide marketing efforts to promote OSU
Take advantage of potential opportunities to travel off-campus for recruitment events and/or engage in multicultural-focused recruitment events
Support the Office of Admissions with additional duties as needed
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required to be offered a position. Therefore, to be competitive, we recommend that you use your resume and the supplemental question responses to demonstrate how you meet these qualifications:
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to represent Oregon State University effectively and positively.
Possess well-rounded academic and co-curricular experiences, and exhibit leadership, commitment, initiative, dependability, discipline, and self-confidence.
Experience in initiating conversations with people you do not know
Demonstrated experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, lived experiences, perspectives and identities
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
These preferred qualifications will be assessed through the job hiring process. Not meeting the qualifications doesn’t disqualify you from the job, but applicants who demonstrate these qualifications will be more competitive during the hiring process
Bilingual in a second language other than English
Professional experience providing customer service via phone, email and/or in-person
Experience giving tours
Demonstrated engagement with OSU’s student resources, clubs and organizations
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Successful applicants will be required to work weekly hours Monday through Friday. Some occasional weekend work will be required to assist with admissions events. Hours are available during academic breaks, sometimes with additional hours per week. Scheduling is based on individual student availability, and shifts are scheduled around academic obligations. Participation in paid staff training is a required part of the position. Training for new ambassadors occurs weekly during February through May and is scheduled around academic obligations. All ambassadors are required to attend annual fall training the week prior to fall term beginning. Required training dates are shared with ambassadors well in advance so that staff can prioritize the time and hold their calendars to attend.
Posting Number P12593SE Number of Vacancies 20 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/02/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Open-ended Posting Date 11/01/2025 Full Consideration Date 01/04/2026 Closing Date 01/04/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document: • A Resume including hometown and state/country, major and any options or minors, current academic standing, GPA , expected graduation term/year, any work experience, campus and community involvement, internships and/or study abroad experiences as applicable. For additional information please contact:
Jim Marquit
at jim.marquit@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is your program of study? (Majors, minors, etc.)
* When is your anticipated graduation term? (Fall/winter/spring/summer & year)
* Why do you want to become a TOUR Ambassador who represents OSU effectively and positively, and what special skills or qualifications do you have that help you meet the requirements of the job? (350-word maximum)
* This job involves public speaking and presenting in front of groups of visitors. Please describe your comfort level and experience starting conversations with people you do not know. Share an example of a time you developed a positive connection with a stranger. (350-word maximum)
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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