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PPAC Peer Advisor - Pre-Law - 2026-2027
Job no: 497335
Full time/Part time: Part-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Student Employment
JOB SUMMARY
The Pre-Professional Advising Center (P-PAC) Peer Advisor (Pre-Law) is a leadership position for students who are passionate about supporting their peers in navigating the path to law school and legal careers. Peer Advisors are an essential part of the P-PAC team, contributing to all center initiatives, including peer advising, student outreach, workshops, events, and administrative support.
In this role, Peer Advisors serve as a welcoming resource for students, helping to expand access to pre-professional advising services across campus. Peer Advisors will gain valuable experience in communication, leadership, organization, and advising, while playing an active role in advancing P-PAC's mission of preparing future legal professionals.
This position is available to students eligible for Federal Work-Study as well as those seeking Department-Funded student employment.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Welcome and assist students, faculty, community members, and campus guests with warmth and professionalism, fostering a friendly and approachable environment at the Pre-Professional Advising Center (P-PAC).
Assist the P-PAC team with daily operations and center-wide initiatives related to pre-law advising, programming, social media communication, student outreach, and other tasks aligned with the goals of the office as we support students on their path to law school.
Support students by answering frequently asked pre-law advising questions and connecting them with appropriate P-PAC resources
Provide peer support and mentoring to pre-law students as they navigate their pre-professional journeys.
Assist with the planning, promotion, and facilitation of P-PAC workshops, events, and information sessions
Represent P-PAC at campus events, tabling sessions, and outreach activities to engage and inform the student community about resources and opportunities.
Engage in proactive student outreach through email, phone calls, and social media to share important pre-law advising updates, deadlines, and events.
Contribute to the development and creation of student resources and content for P-PAC communications, including flyers, newsletters, and social media posts that promote pre-law initiatives.
Perform administrative and clerical tasks, including scheduling appointments, managing office communications, data entry, and maintaining office organization.
Participate in trainings and team meetings to develop peer advising skills and stay informed on office policies, initiatives, and resources
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a proactive attitude in all responsibilities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, maintained throughout employment.
Undergraduate Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in good academic standing, actively on their journey to law school
Passion for assisting peers on their pre-law journeys.
Strong multitasking abilities and excellent organizational skills.
No campus disciplinary record.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Experience and comfort working with peers from diverse backgrounds.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
The student employee is expected to maintain a minimum availability of 15 hours per week.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Friendly, approachable, and able to establish appropriate boundaries with peers.
Willingness to learn new skills, policies, processes, and information related to law school preparation and the legal profession.
Willingness to apply new skills during peer advising sessions and relationship-building with pre-law students.
Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and flexibility in supporting pre-law programming and outreach.
Enjoys working as part of a team but is equally comfortable working independently.
Ability to empathize with students and understand various factors that affect academic and professional success on the path to law school.
Ability to confidently present to large and small groups
Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with creating social media content and flyers
Responsible, critical thinker, courteous, punctual, reliable, consistent, a
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: There will be mandatory training on August 27th and 28th. You MUST attend if hired.
CONTACT
Chantal Vergara
chantal.vergara@shu.edu
FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY
Not Required
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
Advertised: 26 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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