Graduate Assistant Spiritual Life and Service

About the role

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

The Graduate Assistant for Spiritual Life and Service will primarily be focused on aiding in the management of all student service related activities within the department. This work would include the oversight and management of our Orange Thread food pantry and career clothing closet as well as our Pioneers Serve programming. The position will assist and report to the Director of Spiritual Life and Service in the Department of Student Life. This is a two-year position with the expectation of successful graduation from Carroll University with a Master's Degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Spiritual Life and Service in developing, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive service program which delivers quality and diverse programming opportunities.
• Assist in providing leadership for and budget management of the Orange Thread food pantry and career clothing closet.
• Assist in providing leadership for and budget management of service programming.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of service events such as Service Saturdays, First-Year Day of Service, and Alternative Spring Break Programming.
• Create marketing materials and promote student service activities and events to encourage maximum attendance by all students.
• Aid in leading, motivating, supervising and evaluating the student staff in service.
• Assess service program needs and develop new programming initiatives.
• Act as a student advocate, providing guidance and appropriate referrals to students seeking assistance.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Previous experience in community service or student activities is preferred
• Previous Experience Working In Higher Education Is Preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required; experience with databases is a plus
• Maintain full time status in an eligible Carroll University graduate program is required (tuition is fully waived for the following graduate programs: Athletic Training, MBA, Exercise Science, Master of Education and Master of Arts in Teaching)

Human Relations Skills

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented; strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently as well as on a team; flexibility
• Customer Service Experience Is Strongly Preferred

Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Term Of Employment

This position is limited to a two-year employment term.

Special Requirements

Must have valid motor vehicle license and be insurable under the University's insurance plan.