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Job Description: Graduate Assistant for Student Life
Position Title: Graduate Assistant for Student Life
Department: Student Life
Position Summary:
The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Student Life will support both Student Engagement and Residence Life in fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive campus environment. The GA will focus on student development, programming, facilities maintenance, and student conduct cases. This position requires a commitment to student success, community building, and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Student Development
- Provide guidance and support to residents, promoting their academic, personal and social development.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with residents to discuss their progress and address any concerns.
- Develop and implement initiatives aimed at enhancing student retention and success.
- Serve as a mentor and role model, encouraging a positive and respectful living environment.
Programming
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate a variety of educational, cultural, social, and recreational programs for residents.
- Collaborate with Student Engagement to create events that foster community and engagement on campus.
- Assist in the development and execution of large-scale campus events and traditions.
- Promote student involvement in campus activities and organizations.
- Facilities Maintenance
- Conduct regular inspections of residence halls to ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper maintenance.
- Report and follow up on maintenance issues in a timely manner.
- Work with facilities management to ensure that residence hall spaces are well-maintained and meet student needs.
- Assist in the coordination of room changes and housing assignments.
Student Conduct
- Hear student conduct cases and adjudicate based on the institution’s policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of conduct cases and outcomes.
- Provide educational sanctions that promote student learning and accountability.
- Assist in the development and implementation of conduct policies and procedures.
Administrative
- Participate in regular staff meetings and training sessions.
- Assist with administrative tasks as needed, including housing assignments, budget management, and report generation.
- Maintain regular office hours to be available for student consultation and support.
- Serve on departmental and university committees as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Enrollment in a graduate program at Hood College
- Previous experience in residence life, student affairs, or a related field preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Compensation:
- One bedroom apartment in one of our residence halls.
- $6,000/year stipend.
- Professional development opportunities.
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