Graduate Assistant for Student Organizations Support

About the role

The Graduate Assistant for Student Organizations Support will work directly with the Assistant Director for Student Engagement & Development in the Office of Student Engagement & Development (SED) to provide support for registered student organizations, the advising of new student organizations, and the Student Programming Board.

Responsibilities

• Supports registered student organizations.
• Advises new student organizations.
• Affiliate with the execution of departmental assessment initiatives.
• Facilitate leadership programming events and workshops for student organization officers.
• Assists with the development and execution of student programs hosted by the Student Programming Board.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education before start date.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong creative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to maintain an appropriate degree of confidentiality.
• Use and knowledge of computer, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite programs.
• Use and knowledge of social media platforms and tools (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in student programming, leadership education, counseling, and/or other related fields.
• An understanding of student development theory.
• Proven commitment to and appreciation for issues of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to articulate issues and trends in higher education.
• Experience designing and conducting assessment activities.
• Ability to take on assigned tasks with a high level of creativity, independence, and initiative.