Administrative Graduate Assistant (AGA) for School of Education

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the Director to whom assigned.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and The Graduate School.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the department and The Graduate School.
• Uphold and follow The Graduate School Honor Code and Graduate Assistantship Handbook.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities.
• Aid in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data related to academic programs, institutional reports, and other relevant metrics.
• Help review and update policies and procedures related to academic programs, ensuring they are in line with the institution's guidelines and regulations.
• Support The Graduate School in managing faculty-related matters, such as compiling materials for reporting, meetings, committees, and program reviews.
• Collaborate with other graduate assistants, staff, faculty, departments, and colleges/schools across the university on tasks and initiatives originating from The Graduate School.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion, adhering to ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality.
• Strictly adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Qualifications And Credentials

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university preferred.
• Minimum Qualifications: Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program by the start date.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with a relevant combination of writing, communication, planning and coordinating events, and reporting experience. Must be enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program and have previous teaching experience.
• Experience: Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Technology Competencies: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Physical And Sensory Abilities: Regularly required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard, regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Climate-controlled setting, well lighted, moderate noise level, occasional outdoor facilitation of events.

Pay Rate

Starting at $12.77, student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law.