Graduate Assistant
Company: James Madison University
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Details
Position Information
Working Title
Graduate Assistant
Posting Number
G1275
Position Type
Graduate Assistant
Position Status
Part Time
College/Division
Student Access and Inclusion
Department
100576 - Centennial Scholars Program E&G
Stipend Amount
$8,898-$10,442
Position Summary Information
General Information
The Centennial Scholars Program (CSP) removes the financial barrier
of higher education and enables academically prepared and motivated
Pell Grant eligible students from diverse backgrounds the
opportunity to attend college. The program seeks graduate
assistants who desire a non-traditional and student-focused
assistantship as a mentor. Mentors are supportive, knowledgeable of
campus resources, and committed to helping students achieve their
goals. Mentors will assist in the success of the program, working
on average 20 hours per week.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Establish a positive and supportive rapport with members of the
CSP program. First/Second year mentors host weekly small group
meetings with 5-8 mentees and meet bi-weekly in a one-on-one
setting. Third/Fourth year mentors host bi-weekly workshops for
their cohort and meet bi-weekly in a one-on-one with assigned
mentees.
* Lead four hours of on-campus study hours for program participants
to attend.
* Maintain two hours of CSP office coverage weekly.
* Provide support for the program through an assigned individual
role. These roles could include, but are not limited to social
media coordinator, workshop coordinators, teaching assistants for
UNST 102, marketing and interview coordinator, leadership team, and
community service.
* Meet with assigned supervisor regularly. * Support and attend
program events as requested. * Develop positive and effective
working relationships with colleagues in CSP, Valley Scholars
Program, and other university departments.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Appreciation for both the undergraduate student experience and
value of mentoring.
* Strong leadership, organizational, and critical thinking
skills.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and listening skills.
* Collaborative spirit that allows for development of strong
working relationships with colleagues and departments across
campus.
* Ability to work independently and take initiative.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
Conditions of Employment
Students may apply to a graduate assistantship prior to being
accepted into a graduate program. However, to be eligible to
receive an assistantship upon entry into a graduate program, the
following criteria must be met:
These are minimum criteria. Graduate program coordinators have the
right to impose additional criteria if they see fit.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
03/06/2023
Beginning Review Date
03/20/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Proposed Starting Date
08/21/2023
EEO Statement
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a
diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free
of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate
discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color,
disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information,
national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race,
religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students,
faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these
qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education
in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in
candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing
commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact
the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please
contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or .
You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in
the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to
assist you.
Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report
Minimum Reference(s) Required
2
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/14066
Additional Posting Information
Keywords: James Madison University, Harrisonburg , Graduate Assistant, Other , Harrisonburg, Virginia
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