Graduate Assistant - 12 MONTH at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Job Description:

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Workstudy Position:NoJob Type:Regular

Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:SADE | Associate Dean of Students for Campus Life

Department's Website:Summary of Job Duties:General Duties for the Graduate Assistant include:

Assist with numerous projects vital to the Campus Life area and the Division of Student Affairs; participate as a member on several University/Divisional Committees; assist as needed with administrative tasks; identify projects to develop and strengthen specific student affairs areas of special interest; create communication with students that promotes student engagement; other duties as assigned.

Professional Development Initiatives:

Serve on the Division of Student Affairs Professional Development Committee; assist with the Division of Student Affairs New Staff Orientation three times a year; coordinate the Graduate Assistant Professional Development Series; participate and assist with the Graduate Student Institutes; assist in the coordination of the GA Case Study competition; coordinate the Campus Life area monthly meetings in partnership with the assigned area.

Student Engagement and Involvement:

Assist with the coordination and implementation of Arkansas Destination, 1st- year transition program during the summer/August; develop a program to submit to the VCSA Executive Advisory Board; assist with the Student Engagement Platform, HogSync; assist with the creation of a student engagement incentive program.

Graduate Assistant Interview Day:

Assist in developing, coordinating a marketing strategy for Graduate Assistant Interview Day; collaborate with directors within the Division of Student Affairs for open positions; coordinate and help obtain available resources for prospective candidates; serve as the main contact for candidates through the Graduate Assistant email account; oversee the Graduate Assistant formal and informal application process; coordinate the GA Day and the on-going year-round process; collaborate with the HIED Program to create a comprehensive GA Interview experience.

Assessment:

Develop and coordinate assessment surveys for Campus Life involvement and engagement; assist the Student Affairs Development Office with scholarship applications through HogSync; assist with projects by doing library-based research, web-based research, and benchmarking.Qualifications:

Salary Information:$1,250 annually plus tuition waiver (fees excluded)

Required Documents to Apply:Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Profesional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
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Enrollment in the Graduate College at the University of Arkansas

Recruitment Contact Information:Emily Cook, ebcook@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.Additional Information:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Inclusion and Diversity

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboardingFrequent Physical Activity:N/AOccasional Physical Activity:DrivingBenefits Eligible:No.