Graduate Assistant

Company: Florida Gulf Coast University
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: January 16, 2020

Job Description:

As a member of the Office of Student Involvement, the graduate assistant will work closely with the professional staff to assist in the development of the Florida Gulf Coast University Programming Board. The Student Programming Graduate Assistant experience offers experiential learning opportunities in a supportive environment: student advisement, event planning, facilitation, and assessment. The GA will support and challenge student leaders involved in the Florida Gulf Coast University Programming Board. Graduate assistant duties and responsibilities include working a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week with some evening and weekend commitments. Required_Qualifications Bachelor s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Must be enrolled in a Graduate Program at Florida Gulf Coast University throughout term of employment. Must be in good conduct standing. Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) or similar programs. Ability to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Ability to relate to students, faculty, staff and community members while representing the Office of Student Involvement. Balance of a professional attitude while having fun. Excellent customer service skills. Preferred_Qualifications Prior leadership or event planning experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities All_Employees_Are_Expected_To * Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment. * Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks. * Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies. * Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment. * Present a professional image in word, action and attire. * Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with a diverse population while understanding and respecting each other s view of the world, personalities and working styles. * Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals. * Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement. * Physical Demands Salary Range $12.00 per hour Job Duties Essential Job Duties o Assists the Coordinator for Student Programming in the overall advisement of the FGCU Programming Board. o Assists the Coordinator of Student Programming with overseeing the safe and successful implementation of Programming Board events throughout the academic year o Advises the Programming Board Vice President and assist with leadership initiatives for the Programming Board General Board. o Assists the Programming Board Vice President with the planning and implementation of the annual Programming Board General Board Retreat. o Meets regularly with Programming Board Directors in conjunction with Coordinator for Student Programming to assist with event planning logistics, purchase order paperwork, event marketing, and assessment. o Assists Coordinator for Student Programming in creating and facilitating Leadership Development opportunities for Programming Board members (monthly workshops, retreats, conference travel). o Attends weekly Programming Board Executive Meetings, Monthly Programming Board General Board Meetings, and semi-annual Programming Board Executive Board retreats. * Other Duties o Performs other job-related duties as assigned. * Posting Detail Information Posting Number TS137P Open Date 08/27/2019 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Status Special Instructions to Applicants As a temporary employee, you may not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g. paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). o * Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution? Yes No o * Are you currently enrolled in a Graduate Program at Florida Gulf Coast University? Yes No o * Are you in good conduct standing with the University. Yes No o * Are you proficient in general office computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook? Yes No o * Please indicate how you first learned of this position. Job Board Print Advertisement Social Media Job Fair/Conference FGCU Website Employee Referral Other o * Per the question above, please specify the name of where you FIRST learned of the position? (Open Ended Question) o Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents o Resume o Cover Letter o List of 3 Professional References o Optional Documents

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