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OU-Tulsa OAR Student Employee (Fall)

  • 494062
  • Tulsa
  • Student
  • Enrollment Management - NRM
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Pay Range: Targeted salary of $11/hr, based on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Shift options are based on each employee. The tours will always be on Tuesdays and Fridays (8:30 AM – 10:30 AM), and the office is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday through Friday.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

The OU-Tulsa Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR) works to bring in the next generation of Sooners. We provide support to incoming domestic and international transfer students as they navigate the college application and decision process. Additionally, we partner with faculty/staff, supporters, counselors, and communities in providing resources to students interested in higher education. Our goal is to build a vibrant community with limitless potential by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational, service, involvement, and community experiences.

We are currently looking for new student employees in our office to serve as Campus Tour Guides for the 2026 – 2027 Academic Year, with the flexibility to work in the summer or have the first shift in the fall.

Training:

  • Required training to give a tour will take place during the first three weeks of your employment and will be handled during the work schedule below.

Work Schedule:

  • Summer Schedule is flexible based on each employee
  • Fall and Spring Schedule shift options are based on each employee. The tours will always be on Tuesdays and Fridays, and the office is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday through Friday.
    • Office Shifts are (M-F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) – Office work
      • Average 10-20 hours a week
      • Scheduled around your class schedule
    • Tour Shifts are (T/F 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM) – Giving a tour

Responsibilities:

  • Campus Tour Guides are responsible for a variety of duties within the Office of Admissions & Recruitment. Roles will rotate daily.

Tour Guide roles will include the following:

  • Giving forty-five-minute walking campus tours throughout the week to various groups of prospective students, families, as well as other campus guests.
  • Providing unsurpassed customer service to all campus visitors, faculty, staff, and partners at OU-Tulsa.
  • Maintaining a positive environment for everyone visiting campus.
  • Serving as ambassadors of OU-Tulsa while hosting many guests at recruiting events and programs. Guides will be expected to uphold the values and integrity of the Office of Admissions & Recruitment and the University of Oklahoma.
  • Facilitating various conversations and presentations with prospective students, families, and guests.
  • Being knowledgeable and informed regarding several functions of OU, including the college admissions process, all academic programs, leadership and involvement opportunities on campus, campus living, first-year experiences, etc.
  • Managing and completing OU-Tulsa OAR Office tasks and making sure students and families receive materials and information for the day.
  • Communicating additionally with prospective students through email, phone calls, and personal meetings.
  • Attending and participating in regularly scheduled staff training, development, and meetings.
  • Adhering to all University of Oklahoma campus policies and the OU Student Code of Conduct (ou.edu/studentlife/studenthandbook).
  • Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Application:

  • If you have any questions about the OU-Tulsa Campus Tour Guide position or would like more information about the OU-Tulsa Office of Admissions & Recruitment, please get in touch at admissions.tulsa@ou.edu
  • The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Institution: www.ou.edu/eoo. For accommodations on the basis of disability, please contact (405) 325 – 6113.

Required Education:

  • Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student at the University of Oklahoma.
  • Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Required Attached Documents:

  • Resume,
  • Cover Letter,
  • Class Schedule

Skills:

  • Applicants should be comfortable speaking in front of groups of various sizes (large and small) and be able to engage in conversations with people of various backgrounds.
  • Applicants should have a desire to work with a group of fellow students in a team environment.
  • Applicants should be flexible to adapt in various situations and be able to think on their feet quickly.
  • Applicants need to be highly motivated, organized, timely, welcoming, and familiar with the OU-Tulsa campus and resources.
  • Applicants should be in good academic standing with the University of Oklahoma.
  • Each applicant will be subject to background checks and a Student Misconduct check per the Minors on Campus Policy. Guides will not be hired until completed.

Department Preferences:

• Employment is for the 2026 – 2027 Academic year
• Applicants should be willing to work at least one tour shift each semester.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

 

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