Orientation Team Hiring Process

• Interview will be with two graduating orientation team members or current core members and will be approximately 15 minutes long
• Arrive to Gallagher 210 at least 10 minutes before your interview time to check in
• Mix of general interview questions (about yourself, skills, experiences, what you hope to gain etc), as well as a few Manresa scenario questions
  • Example: You have a first year who has not shown up to small groups. How would you handle the situation?
• Business casual is what is expected for this interview

• Display a positive attitude towards serving a role on the Orientation Team.
• Indicate that you have reflected on the role & skills or insight that you would bring.
• Providing specific examples in questions
• Demonstrate lessons learned and areas of growth in previous positions you have held as well as what you hope to learn and where you hope to grow with an Orientation Team role.
• For Manresa scenario questions, we hope to see your thought process, use of resources, and ability to be a role model. 
• Demonstrate empathy, understanding and provide suggestions on how to help create an inclusive program.
• Provide clear responses

• Reliable, dedicated, knowledgeable, respectful, empathetic, communication, critical thinking, conflict management and ability to be a positive role model.
• Shows a strong commitment to the Orientation Program
• Shows strong teamwork and leadership skills
• Have an open mind and positive attitude
• Passion for furthering Xavier's values and creating an inclusive community
• Be in good standing with the University
  • Not on University or residence life probation
  • Any previous conduct sanctions are complete
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Monday, February 5^th  – Interview sign-ups open on EngageXU

Thursday, February 15^th- Sunday, February 18^th – Orientation Team Interviews

Tuesday, April 2^nd - Spring Training 

Sunday, April 7^th - Spring Training

* Please only pick one Spring Training Session to attend *