Graduate Assistantship Opportunities
There are no openings at this time for fall 2014. Opening for 2015-2016 academic year become
available during the 2015 spring semester, between January and March. Please check periodically
at the following locations:
Education, Policy Studies and Evaluation Program (EPE) in the College of Education listservs
https://ukjobs.uky.edu/
Please check each department below to determine where they advertise the positions, since some
positions require a specific disciplines or skill set.
Vice President for Student Affairs:
To apply for a graduate assistantship position, please go to:
https://ukjobs.uky.edu/
All the positions below are for the Academic Year.
Doctoral Research Associate for Assessment (1)
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Primary responsibility is working with Assessment for the Division of Student Affairs
o Creating surveys
o Analyzing the survey data, examine the results and write reports
o Reviewing assessment plans
o Plan focus groups
 This position provides opportunities to publish articles and give presentations at
conferences
 20 hours per week
Course Requirements:
 EDP 556, Educational Statistics
 EDP 660, Research Design and Analysis in Education
 EDP 656, Research Methods
 EPE 619, Survey Research Methods in Education
 EPE 663, Field studies in education institutions is optimal, but not required
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Doctoral Graduate Assistant (1)
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This assistantship focuses on Programming and Fundraising
o Develop and organize programs for the Division of Student Affairs
o Organize various initiatives and fundraising activities
Reports directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant for the Vice President for Student Affairs (1)
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Assist the VPSA in preparation of course material and exams
o Grade assignments and exams
o Assist in the preparation of lectures, speeches, and presentations
o Hold regularly scheduled office hours
o Provide individual and/or group assistance to students
o Lecture in class in the absence of the instructor
o Assist in academic research, as well as work on special projects
o Perform other course-related duties
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant for the Vice President for Student Affairs for Marketing (1)
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Primary duties are Marketing the Division of Student Affairs
o Market the Division to faculty, staff, and students of the University
 Market through Social Media outlets
o Survey and lead focus groups to determine effectiveness of Marketing strategies
 Use information to determine the most effective way to market Student
Affairs
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant for the Vice President for Student Affairs for Research (1)
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This position works with Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
o Research various aspects of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
 Benchmarking, comparison research, compare Greek Office structure with
other universities, Greek Council activities and structure comparisons
o Assists with community
o Administrative duties
 Data collection, data entry, filing
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Campus Recreation
To apply for a graduate assistant position, please see the link below:
http://education.uky.edu/KHP/content/graduate-assistantships
Fitness Graduate Assistant – Group Fitness (1)
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Manage and oversee the Group Fitness Program
o Hires and trains all instructors that teach in the programs
o Develop workshops to further improve teaching skills
o Responsible for the fitness equipment in the two studios are maintained properly
o Develop and host various wellness/fitness programs throughout the semester
 Programs include Women on Weights and the Time to Change Weight Loss
Program
Qualifications for this position include a Group Fitness Certification from a nationally
recognized organization, a background in teaching multiple group fitness classes, a
background in training other group fitness instructors, CPR/AED/First Aid certification,
plus previous experience working in a weight room/gym setting. A background in
managing student workers is also desired.
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Fitness Graduate Assistant – Personal Training (1)
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Oversee and manage the Personal Training Program at the Johnson Center
o This position hires and trains all personal trainers
o Responsible for having workshops/meetings to further improve skills in this area
o All equipment in the weight room and assessment lab is maintained properly
o Develop and host various wellness fitness programs throughout the semester
 Programs include special fitness such as Women on Weights and the Time to
Change Weight Loss Program
Qualifications for this position include a Personal Training Certification from a nationally
recognized organization, a background in personal training and working with a wide variety
of clientele, a background in training other personal trainers, CPR/AED/First Aid
certification, plus previous experience working in a weight room/gym setting. A
background in managing student workers is also desired.
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Facility Graduate Assistants (4)
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These positions manage the Johnson Center during the evening and weekends (please see
the job description for more details)
o General operations
 Assist with interview and hiring process of facility workers
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 Assist with policy and procedure development for the Johnson Center
 Assist with development of work schedules
o Daily Operations
 Open and close the building on time
 Supervise, train, and evaluate facility workers, giving positive and corrective
feedback
 Keep track of equipment for checkout
 Ensure clean towels are available for customers
 Perform hourly building checks to ensure smooth operations
o Staff Training
o Maintenance and facility safety
o Security
o Customer Service
20 hours per week
o One week night on duty (5:30 pm -12:30 am)
o Up to two weekends on duty/month, which includes Friday from 5:30 pm-12:30 am
and hours on Saturday and Sunday
o Special event and holiday coverage when needed
o Weekly Office hours, up to 6 hours per week
o Weekly staff meeting, one hour per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Intramural Graduate Assistant (4)
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The graduate assist is directly responsible for the day-to-day operations of the total
Intramural Sports Program (please see job description for more details)
o Assist the director in the organization and administration of the Intramural Sports
Program
o Scheduling team sports, individual/dual activities, and special events.
 Each GA will be assigned specific team sports, individual/dual activities,
and/or special events that they will be held accountable and responsible for
each semester
o Attend and report on intramural sports/activities at the weekly Intramural Staff
Meetings
o Organize and conduct team representative meeting for assigned sports/activities
o Coordinate equipment needs and inventory for assigned sports/activities
o Outdoor field maintenance and lining
o Marketing
o Record Keeping
o Develop and conduct training clinics
o Facilities management responsibilities
o Weekend management of the Johnson Center in rotation with other facility, fitness,
and Intramurals Gas
o Other duties as assigned
Minimum of 20 on-duty hours per week including at least on night of field/court
supervision of events at the Johnson Center facilities, and weekend activities as assigned.
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant Outdoor Pursuits/Club Sports (2)
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Plans, schedules, organizes, leads, and implements outdoor activities
o Activities include hiking, biking, canoeing, backpacking, rock climbing, whitewater
rafting, skiing, and overnight recreational trips
o Demonstrates techniques and instructs participants in the use of equipment
 Coordinates with campus, county, and state officials on programs and
information related to outdoor recreation and required licenses
o Assists with managing a rock climbing wall operation
o Responsibilities include staff hiring, training, and discipline, programming, and risk
management
o Minor assistance to club sports programs
The experience described in the resume will be evaluated as related to the qualifications.
Capable of leading groups and individuals. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
This GA position covers the fall and spring semester for two academic years. 20 hours per
week. Work hours may involve weekends, weekdays, or holidays
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant Aquatics (2)
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Graduate Assistant will assist in the supervision of the aquatic student employees
o Prepare weekly schedules for lifeguards
o Assist facility manager in recruitment and training of lifeguarding staff.
o Maintain email distribution list of all lifeguards
o Acquire working knowledge of Lancaster Aquatic Center pass card system
o Process applications for locker/towel, guest and dependent passes
o Attend monthly/bimonthly lifeguard in-service, be prepared to run in-service
without facility manager
o Event/meet cleanup
o Fills in for lifeguards on an as need basis
o Recommends appropriate equipment repairs and purchase requests
Minimum of 20 hours per week. Some responsibilities will include weekend events
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Dean of Students
Disability Resource Center Graduate Assistants (2)
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Assists staff with writing student accommodation letters for faculty and provide follow-up
with students who have accommodation needs
Assist in the development of a database from confidential student files for entry into a new
software program, Clockwork
Assist with the daily operations of the Disability Resource Center
20 hours per week
Qualifications: This position is for graduate students who have completed IQ testing and
educational assessment course work.
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
These positions are advertised in College of Education programs- counseling psychology, school
psychology, educational psychology. To apply for a graduate assistantship position, please go to
https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
New Student and Parent Program Graduate Assistant (1)
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Assist in coordination, execution, and assessment of K Week and K2
Assist with the Common Reading Experience programming
Assist with Parent Association programming
Assist with student leader training for K Week, peer mentoring, UK 101 and 201
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
These graduate assistant positions are advertised in the College of Education (specifically the
Higher Education Programs and Counseling Programs), and perhaps Communication, Martin
School, etc. To apply for a graduate assistantship position, please go to
https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
Residence Life
Please check with the Director of Graduate Studies within your department to find additional
information pertaining to openings and job descriptions. These positions are available on the
following site:
https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
Desk Clerk Coordinator Graduate Assistant
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This position works in collaboration with Residence Hall Directors and staff to ensure the
safety of campus residence halls
o Assist with the recruitment, hiring, training, and scheduling a staff of student desk
clerks to cover residence hall front desks, primarily between the hours of 12 am and
8 am
o This position serves as an indirect supervisor for all desk clerks
o Conducts initial and on-going training
o Assists with security audits
o Maintain an “On Call” presence at night to respond to any desk coverage issues that
arise
This is not the complete position description. For a full description, please see the above
information
Must have good communication and presentation skills, ability to work well with groups
and one-on-one, educational mindset, appreciation for and comfort with a diverse student
population, desire to help others, displayed ability to lead, time management skills, positive
attitude, and a team player
Must have a Bachelor’s degree and be currently enrolled in a graduate level degree seeking
program at UK
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Housing Communications Coordinator Graduate Assistant (1)
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This position helps facilitate, track, and report communication efforts during the student
housing assignment process and corresponding recruitment cycle
o The primary responsibility is to collect, organize, and document Housing
Assignment’s process for the recruitment and re-recruitment of students applying
to live in undergraduate housing
Utilize multiple means of communication to engage in recruitment efforts, clarify status of
applicants, and assist students, parents, and UK departments with questions and concerns
Collect, organize, and update data from students, groups, and UK departments
Plan and deliver presentations to a variety of audiences explaining the communication
efforts of housing assignments and the effectiveness of those efforts
Develop and maintain reports that document the recruitment and retention efforts of
Housing Assignments Office
Submit weekly, monthly, summary, and ad hoc reports
20 hours per week
Experience with student affairs, residence life and/or housing assignments is strongly
preferred. Great communication skills. Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft
Word and Excel
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Proficiency in learning new software such as StarRez, Hobsons Connect, etc. Good
organizational skills and attention to detail
Must have a Bachelor’s degree and be currently enrolled in a graduate level degree seeking
program at UK
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Resident Student Association Advisor Graduate Assistant (1)
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This position will serve in an active advisory capacity to the student leaders of the Resident
Student Association and provide resources and support to the student leaders and
Residence Life staff coordinating Hall Government within the Residence Hall
o Become familiar with policies, financial regulations, travel regulations, and
procedures of the university, the Office of Residence Life, and the Office of Student
Involvement
Attend and assist with the preparation of all RSA meetings, programs, retreats, leadership
workshops, and election processes
Schedule individual consultations with the RSA officers and be available to meet with other
members and staff for consultation
Co-maintain financial records of the organization along with student leaders
Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain eligibility to transport student delegations by
traveling to and attending conferences via a university vehicle
Train and provide development opportunities for student leaders
Submit monthly/annual reports to the Assistant Direct for Student and Staff Development
Must have experience with student affairs in general and residence life specifically is
strongly preferred. Must have basic understanding of student advising and student
development
GA will have considerable contact with student staff, and must have the ability to serve as a
motivational role model for student organizations leaders and members is essential.
Enthusiasm and personal commitment to promoting student engagement in residence hall
environment and sincere interest in people should be evident
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and have good communication
skills
Must have a Bachelor’s degree and be currently enrolled in a graduate level degree seeking
program at UK
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Hall Directors (Graduate Assistants) (11)
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Hall Directors play an integral role in the establishment of an environment that is conducive
to academic, personal, and social development, and to maintaining healthy and safe living
conditions
o Be responsible for the overall management and administration of residence hall
operations
 Follow and enforce all policies and procedures contained in the Staff
Resource Manual
 Maintain a professional attitude and behavior while in the position
o Administrative Responsibilities
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o Counseling
o Leadership
o Supervision and Communication
o Advising
o Academics
o Programming
o Policy enforcement
For a full detailed position description, please see the information on the student
employment website or talk with the Director of Graduate Studies within your department
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend, plus room and partial meal plan, and health insurance
Student Center
For the below Graduate Assistant positions, there is internal communication to currently employed
students who are continuing to graduate school.
Graduate Assistant openings are also sent to the Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation listserv
and then listed at https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
Graduate Assistant for Programming (1)
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This is a renewable GA position (up to two fiscal years)
Gives GA full exposure and involvement in all areas of programming and event promotion in
the Student Center
o Create work schedules for all programming students
o Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment for programmers
o Assist with the design, development, and delivery of promotions
o Initiate and delegate projects
Due to the diverse facets of the Student Center programming, the GA will be given many
experiences in which to create a valuable and enriching learning experience
o Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and schedule the student programming staff
o Assist with assessment including surveys, reports, etc.
This is a 10 month assignment
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant for Commencement (1)
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This is an annually renewable GA position which assists with the day to day operations,
coordination, and execution of Commencement Ceremonies in December and May
o Create work schedules for all volunteers and workers to insure an efficient
organization of Commencement
o Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
o Assist in the design, development, and delivery of promotions and registration for
Commencement
o Initiate and delegate projects
This opportunity gives the student full exposure and involvement in all areas of planning
and promotion of the UK Commencement activities
o Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule volunteers and student staff necessary to
efficiently execute Commencement Ceremonies
o Assist with assessment including surveys, reports, etc.
This is a 10 month assignment
20 hours per week
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Graduate Assistant Operations (2)
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This is a renewable GA position (up to two fiscal years)
Gives the GA full exposure and involvement in all areas of management and operation of the
Student Center
o Recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and scheduling of student staff
o Coordinate student payroll
o Assist in planning and implementation of continuous student staff training and
development
o Enforce Student Center Policies including the employee code of conduct and assists
with student employee discipline
Due to the diverse facets of the Student Center programming, the GA will be given many
experiences in which to create a valuable and enriching learning experience
o Becomes familiar with room arrangements, technical capabilities, and general
facility capabilities
o Represents the Student Center to customers
o Prepare, distributes, verify, and reconcile all station cash boxes
Security and Risk Management
o Patrol all floors of the facility, adjacent grounds, and parking lots to prevent theft,
vandalism, or unauthorized use of the building
o Check for fire and safety hazards
This is a 10 month assignment
20 hours per week (evening and weekend on call responsibilities
Full tuition, plus stipend and health insurance
Office of Student Involvement
The Graduate Assistant positions below are listed on the College of Education Listserv postings, via
instructor notices, etc. Usually, the focus is on Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation Program
and Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology Program. In order to apply for the open
positions please go to https://ukjobs.uky.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp
Diversity Education and Community Building with the CATalyst Coalition Graduate Assistant
(1)
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Assists with the planning and implementation of Ally weekend (a social justice education
experience), Boxes and Walls (a three day interactive diversity museum), Multicultural
Week (week-long calendar of collaborative programming aimed at educating attendees on
the experiences of multicultural students), and Multicultural Celebration (a selection of
events during different months to celebrate various national cultural holidays) Supervise
and advise the CATalyst Coalition leadership team which includes 6 Board of Directors and
10 Coordinators
Assess the effectiveness of the programs
Serves as a liaison between Diversity Education & Community Building, The CATalyst
Coalition, and the Office of Student Involvement by managing forms, yearly budget and
allocation processes, and policy and procedures
Update the training, advertisement, and workshop materials for the CATalyst Coalition
Serve as a campus resource for multicultural organizations
Serve as a Student Involvement staff member
Opportunities to develop publications, create and implement programs, and other projects
throughout the Office of Student Involvement and the Division of Student Affairs
20 hours per week during semester, some night and weekend work required
Full in-state tuition, plus semester stipend and health insurance; opportunity to work during
summer months
Center for Community Outreach Graduate Assistant (1)
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This position is involved in many aspects of the Center for Community Outreach (CCO), such
as advising the organization’s student leaders and their programs, performing outreach in
the local community to determine its needs, building professional working relationships
with students and staff, and actively participating in programs and events within and
beyond the CCO
Advise CCO student leaders
Participate in CCO meeting, retreats, programs, and events such as FUSION and Dance Blue
Assist in providing overall vision and direction
Assist in designing and implementation of training and development
Assessment projects
Serve as a point of contact for student leaders, campus partners, community agencies, etc.
Coordinate the Darrell A. Van Meter Award application and selection process
Support other programs and events sponsored by Office of Student Involvement
20 hours per week during semester, some night and weekend work required
Full in-state tuition, plus semester stipend and health insurance; opportunity to work during
summer months
Leadership Education Graduate Assistant (1)
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This position will be involved in many aspects of the Leadership Exchange’s work, such as
planning leadership programs, assisting in and creating leadership trainings based on
student needs, marketing the Leadership Exchange programs and resources, building
professional working relationships with students and staff, and participating in programs
and events outside of the Leadership Exchange
Co-teach the Emerging Leader Institute (a 3 credit hour course)
Research, assess, and evaluate the Emerging Leadership Institute
Assist in the development of leadership programs
Assist in the facilitation of leadership training programs requested by student
organizations, faculty, staff, and students
Develop publications, brochures, and other materials to promote the programs
Manage the Leadership Exchange email and twitter account
20 hours per week during semester, some night and weekend work required
Full in-state tuition, plus semester stipend and health insurance; opportunity to work during
summer months
Student Organizational Programs Graduate Assistant (1)
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Provide skill development, education, and training to student through workshops and
resources
Co-administer the annual online registration process for Student Organizations, review
renewal and new student organization registration application for compliance with UK
policy
Assist with the launce and implementation of OrgSync (a new software application)
Co-advise the Student Government Appropriations & Revenue Committee
Update student organization training materials
Assist with the planning and implementation of the Student Involvement Fair
Opportunities to develop publications, create and implement programs, and other projects
throughout the Office of Student Involvement and the Division of Student Affairs
20 hours per week during semester, some night and weekend work required
Full in-state tuition, plus semester stipend and health insurance; opportunity to work during
summer months