Staff Graduate Assistant

About the role

A Graduate Assistant position for Academic Advising within the UACDC. Preference given to HESA and counseling graduate students.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist academic advisors on individual and group advising initiatives.
• Work a minimum of twenty (20) daytime hours, Monday-Friday, most likely on-campus.
• Maintain contact with a diverse population of students, including first-generation, non-traditional, probationary, and culturally diverse students.
• Provide educational guidance and assistance for students when choosing courses.
• Create schedules and plan for academic success.
• Gain familiarity advising a diverse population of students.
• Meet with new students through freshman orientation and transfer appointments to assist them with initial adjustment to university academic life.
• Aid first-year students with creating academic plans.
• Avoid one-on-one meetings with students when needed.
• Aid in planning and implementing group advising and student outreach programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have an interest in serving students in a higher education setting.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Take initiative and exhibit independent judgment.
• Be familiar with Microsoft office, Google suite, and Zoom.
• Show excellent organizational skills; capable of multitasking effectively.
• Show familiarity with library resources and search tools.
• Show a level of competency in public relations, customer service, and communication.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Show energy, proactivity, and a service-driven attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special Instructions: In addition to providing a resume, applicants should address via cover letter their interest in the position and how Academic Advising will relate to their graduate program and future professional goals.

Paid

Appointment Percentage 100%