UNT Division of Student Affairs - Graduate Assistantship Job Listing 2013-2014 Admissions Position Description This graduate assistant will be responsible for assisting the Undergraduate Admissions staff in multiple ways. The successful candidate will be flexible in their job duties, but will be willing to assist in the daily office functions. The candidate will successfully learn admissions requirements and apply them to interactions with students through various environments to include; the office, fairs and presentations. This position includes responsibility for various assigned projects through other parts of the office. This position engages in the coordination and implementation of recruitment programs and events to include; Fall Preview, Be Complete, Spring Preview and UNT Premiere Weekend. In addition, this position may help manage a geographical territory, process admission applications, and serve on admission committees. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor’s degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in higher education, student affairs, campus tours or applicants highly involved at their institution (past or present). Candidates should be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and have a general desire to learn about the admissions process, policies and issues. Candidates should also have strong problem solving skills and the ability to work independently. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Assists with daily office functions Assist with large scale programming – UNT Fall & Spring Preview, Be Complete, and UNT Premiere Weekend Assist with recruitment programs, events and one on one student interaction on campus and off campus Communicates in person, through email and telephone with high-caliber students Updating and maintaining various assigned databases Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions Perform other duties as might be deemed necessary for the effective operation of the Office of Admissions Departmental Contact: Audra Yarborough, Assistant Director, Audra.Yarborough@unt.edu, (940) 369-8371 1 Career Center - Peer/Transfer Advising Position Description The Career Center graduate assistant will experience the coordination and leading of the career peer advisor program and facilitating outreach activities to transfer students and organizations. The graduate assistant will be able to demonstrate their comprehension of the UNT Career Center services, the peer advising program and transfer student initiatives by effectively communicating the services offered to help students on career related topics. Each peer career advisor will be trained by the graduate assistant on resume, cover letter, job search, social media, and other basic job search techniques and strategies. They will be responsible for arranging to speak to students at New Student Orientation and at Transfer Student Orientation, and the graduate assistant will work closely with the Transfer Center to determine who is in need of career development assistance. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants enrolled in either higher education administration or counseling programs. Previous program planning and implementation experience is preferred. Supervision/management backgrounds are highly encouraged. Knowledge of UNT student services and prior use of Career Center is desirable. Knowledge of basic career topics and presentation experience are needed. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Assist the Career Center with outreach and services to transfer students. Responsible for helping with Career events and programming targeted towards transfer students. Supervise the career peer advisor program. Work with Career Center staff to develop and implement activities and additional program ideas for the career peer advisor program. Assist in marketing the Career Center services and refer students to the professional Career Advising staff. Assist all staff in Career Center programming, activities, and events. Attend Career Center staff meetings and Career Education Team meetings. Other possible duties include: Facilitate staff meetings with career peer advisors; hire, train, and supervise 6 peer advisors; facilitate opportunities for career peer advisors to reach out to UNT transfer students and affinity groups; facilitate student programming such as off campus housing events, UNT resource tables, Residence Hall programming, general Career Center workshops, individual appointments, and assist in the creation of new career peer advisor programming; present workshops on topics such as Resume and Cover Letter writing, Interviewing Techniques, On-Campus Job Search, etc.; market career peer advisor program to UNT students and departments as well as help advertise for Career Center events and services; assist walk-in appointments and mock interviews on an as-needed basis. Departmental Contact: Arthur Lumzy Jr., Assistant Director, (940) 565-2105, Arthur.LumzyJr@unt.edu 2 Center for Leadership & Service - Leadership Programs Position Description The Center for Leadership & Service provides opportunities and programs to develop students to become engaged leaders in the global community. Programs include: Training for students and student organizations to develop personal and organizational leadership skills. Opportunities for students to engage in leadership positions by planning and executing programs that impact the campus and the community. Short term and long-term service programs for UNT students. The position will supervise Leadership programs and will assist the director in expanding and enhancing new initiatives for students. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with students and persons of diverse educational racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated leadership ability, computer literacy, some knowledge of effective volunteer programming, and knowledge or experience in student leadership development. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Communicates in person, through email and telephone with students about leadership opportunities, assists students with application process, and follows up with students about leadership experiences. Advises the LEAD Ambassadors, a student leadership board which provides leadership training to departments and student organizations. Assists with the Center’s programs, e.g. workshops, seminars and recognition events. Assists with two leadership retreats, All for NT/NT for All in the fall semester and Emerging Leaders Summit in the spring semester. Serves as the On-site coordinator for LeaderShape, an intensive leadership institute for 65 UNT students held in May. Executes at least two program/workshop presentations per semester for the Center for Leadership & Service. Departmental Contact: Patrice Abner, Coordinator, Center for Leadership & Service – (940) 369-8174 or patrice.abner@unt.edu 3 Housing and Residential Life – Academic Initiatives Position Description The Graduate Assistant for Academic Initiatives will provide support in the area of residential learning communities (called REAL Communities), retention efforts, and partnering with academic and student support areas for other academic initiatives. Qualifications Qualifications Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Initiative Development Assist with development and assessment of learning outcomes for REAL Communities. Assist with the development of new REAL Communities. Assist in efforts designed to increase student success and retention. Communication Send periodic information and updates to REAL Community Faculty/Staff Mentors. Create slides and draft newsletter submissions to share information on academic initiatives. Assist with recruitment and marketing for REAL Communities. Research and Assessment Conduct research on peer institutions and best practices of residential learning communities. Assist with the development, distribution, and analysis of REAL Community pre/posttests. Review data to provide GPA and retention numbers for REAL Communities. Conduct focus groups. Event Coordination Assist with a few large-scale REAL Community events each year. Assist in the coordination of events such as Deans’ lunches and the REAL Community Etiquette Dinner. Professional Development Has the opportunity to attend the SWACUHO (Southwest Association of College and University Housing Officers) conference held in February. Has the opportunity to take part in Hall Director training over the summer and to attend sessions of RA training to learn more about department and job roles/responsibilities. Departmental Contact: Sharon Miller, Residence Life Coordinator, (940) 565-2895, Sharon@unt.edu 4 The Learning Center Position Description The Graduate Assistant for Academic Success Programs provides a great opportunity to develop skills as an instructor, mentor, and leader. The incumbent works with the Coordinator for Academic Success Programs to develop areas and programs within the Learning Center. The primary role of the graduate assistant is to assist with facilitating the Academic Success Program. In addition, the graduate assistant assists the Coordinator with the administrative tasks involving Plan Your Semester, the Learning 101 Series and the Early Alert system. This position also represents the Learning Center and its programs in outreach opportunities, orientations, and public awareness events. This position includes flexible scheduling and opportunity for creativity and collaboration. Qualifications Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Facilitate the Academic Success Program to undergraduate students on Academic Alert Assist with curriculum development for Academic Success Program Develop curriculum, schedule, and facilitate Plan Your Semester program each semester Provide one-on-one academic coaching to student in need of assistance Help with developing Learning 101 Series curriculum and scheduling Assist with the Early Alert request put through the Learning Center Provide outreach as a representative of the Learning Center by assisting with presentations, orientation, and public awareness events Assist with maintaining program statistics and evaluation Understanding of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs Develop marketing materials for all programs associated with position Departmental Contact Roxanne Davenport, Associate Director, (940) 369-7006, Roxanne @unt.edu 5 Multicultural Center Position Description The UNT Multicultural Center was established with the goal that it would be a place where students and community members could experience the cultural wealth of the University, with a central purpose to teach diversity through student engagement and promote student success. The Multicultural Center provides resources, information, educational opportunities, and events that build inclusion focusing on five areas of diversity: race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, interfaith, and disability. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with students and persons of diverse educational racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, demonstrated leadership ability, computer literacy, and knowledge or experience in first-generation minority issues; excellent written and oral communication skills required. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Communicates in person, through email and telephone with students, staff, and faculty about multicultural leadership opportunities. Provides basic diversity training for students/student organizations. Plans, implements, and evaluates at least two programs per semester for the Multicultural Center focusing on interfaith, disability, and/or gender issues such as Soaring with Belief. Assists with large scale events such as the Equity and Diversity Conference and Multicultural Graduation. Assists with resource fairs at various events such as New Student Orientation and Welcome Back Bash. Creates and distributes a monthly newsletter highlighting upcoming events and important multicultural issues. Committee work as assigned. Departmental Contact: Cheylon Brown, Multicultural Center – (940) 565-3424 or cheylon@unt.edu. 6 Orientation and Transition Programs - Freshman Programs Position Description The Graduate Assistant for Freshman Programs will work to develop and implement educational programming for students, serve as a representative on program committees, and create assessments based on program expected learning outcomes. A major component of this assistantship is providing opportunities for the graduate assistant to practice communication with diverse constituent groups, demonstrate event planning skills, and increase their knowledge about a student’s transition into the university setting. This position reports to the Assistant Director for Orientation & Transition Programs. Qualifications Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in orientation, retention, and transition. The ideal applicant must be able to work with diverse constituencies and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Desire to assist fellow students in adjusting to and succeeding at UNT is preferred. Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the University. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Assist with the coordination of Family Weekend Develop & coordinate the First Year Photo Project (FYPP) program Assist with developing freshman programming efforts and executing annual programs such as: Registration Revisited, Mean Green Connection Dinner, and Academic Infusion Participate in the TIME Speaker Fall Move-In Day committee Create programs that support the expected learning outcomes for Freshman Programs at UNT Assist with the assessment practices of the office Develop First Flight Welcome Week programs Research best practices for Freshman Program series among peer institutions Represent Orientation & Transition Programs at resource fairs and campus events Other duties as assigned Departmental Contact Stephanie Lee, Assistant Director for Orientation & Transition Programs, 940-565-3160, Stephanie.Lee@unt.edu 7 Orientation and Transition Programs – Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause, Class Identity Position Description The Graduate Assistant for Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause and Class Identity will gain knowledge and understanding of working with transitional programs focused on ensuring student success. A major component of this assistantship is providing opportunities for the graduate assistant to enhance leadership/supervision skills, demonstrate event planning skills, and increase their knowledge about a student’s transition and persistence through the university setting. This position reports to the Coordinator for Orientation & Transition working with Mentoring, Eagle Camp, Class Cause and Class Identity. Qualifications Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in programming, supervision and orientation. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and have a general desire to learn about student trends and transitional issues and help new and continuing students succeed at UNT. Must be in good academic and social standing with the University. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the overall implementation of UNT’s extended orientation program, Eagle Camp. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: Assisting in hiring, selection and supervision of Student Coordinators Playing an integral role in planning the logistics of each Eagle Camp session including camper recruitment, check-in and camp locations, transportation, registration, entertainment, etc. Assist in hiring, training and supervising Eagle Camp Leaders Assist in overseeing entire Eagle Camp retreat from check-in on Day 1 to returning to campus on Day 3 Work closely with ACCESS Mentoring program, a campus-wide mentoring program for all UNT students. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: Assisting with the coordination of all aspects of the Mentoring Program by Recruiting mentors, Individually matching mentors with mentees, Writing and designing the monthly newsletter for mentors and mentees, Addressing mentor and mentee concerns throughout the year Overseeing the planning of all Mentoring Events Assisting with the hiring, training, and supervision of Peer Mentors Planning bi-weekly Mentoring team meetings Assisting with the development and implementation of a Mentoring assessment plan Assist with the development and implementation of programs (Class Identity) and civic engagement opportunities (Class Cause) that focus on students as they transition throughout their collegiate career. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: Assisting with the recruitment, selection and advising of Class Cause Leadership Board and Project Managers Generating ideas for service projects and organizing events for students Assisting with the recruitment, selection and supervision of Transition Leaders and/or Class Officers Planning of traditional as well as new Class Identity programming Assist and support other programming in the Office of Orientation and Transition Programs Departmental Contact Janice Hicks, Coordinator for Orientation and Transition Programs, (940) 565-4198, Janice.Hicks@unt.edu 8 Orientation and Transition Programs - Parent Programs Position Description The Graduate Assistant for Parent Programs is an integral part of the Office of Orientation and Transition Programs team. This position reports to the Coordinator of Parent Programs. Parent programs include Parent Orientation, the Parent Association, Family and Sibling Weekend, and Summer Send Off Parties. The graduate assistant position requires an invested, creative and enthusiastic individual with strong verbal, visual and written communication skills. This individual must be committed to working with students and their parents to address collegiate transition issues. In addition to demonstrating knowledge about campus resources to students and their families at Parent Orientation and other outreach opportunities, the GA will work with Parent Programs to: Develop and implement educational programming for parents Create original materials to market Parent Orientation events Perform some public relations functions Coordinate logistics for large-scale events Draft newsletters This assistantship is ideal for candidates looking to enhance their skills as diverse communicators. Candidates familiar with publication design, copy editing, and social media strategies encouraged to apply. Candidates interested in working with multicultural parent and student populations, non-profit constituents or clients in a customer service related capacity will be highly considered. Qualifications Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in working with orientation, transition programs, or family studies. Further, the ideal applicant must be able to work with diverse constituencies and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Desire to work with UNT’s students and their parents to address collegiate transition issues preferred. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Provide support to the Coordinator of Parent Programs in the coordination and implementation of programs, including, but not limited to, the Parent Association, Parent Orientation, Family Weekend, and Summer Send-Off Parties Assist in the development and distribution of monthly newsletters sent to Parent Association members. Assist in the promotion and planning of critical programs. Provide support in research and assessment needs for the Office of Orientation and Transition Programs, as needed. Implement a variety of new communication strategies for parents and family members, using media such as videos, interactive polling, and social media participation Various other tasks as assigned. Departmental Contact Catherine Olivarez, Coordinator for Orientation & Transition Programs, 940-565-4198, Catherine.Olivarez@unt.edu 9 Orientation and Transition Programs - Transfer Center Position Description The Graduate Assistant for the Transfer Center is an integral part of the Orientation and Transition Programs team. This position reports to the Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs responsible for the Transfer Center. The Transfer Center promotes campuses resources and develops effective programs and activities to help UNT transfer students make an easy transition to the University. The assistantship is focused on providing the graduate assistant learning tools to demonstrate increased knowledge of event planning and transitional issues. This individual must possess strong written and verbal skills. The Transfer Center GA will work with prospective, incoming and current transfer students. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor’s degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in higher education administration, student affairs, or counseling. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and have a general desire to learn about transfer student trends and issues. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The graduate assistant will focus his/her time with the Transfer Ambassador program including helping supervise 4-5 Transfer Ambassadors Conduct weekly meetings and ongoing training with Transfer Center team Oversee event implementation, including promotion and assessment of Transfer Mixers, Transfer Talkbacks and all other programs that come out of the Transfer Center Assist with the creation and distribution of materials and database management Outreach to prospective and incoming transfer students at Transfer Orientation, Transfer Open Houses, Community College visits and Parking Lot Promotions Oversee ACT Mentoring Program Assist with planning and scheduling of events Assist in the creation of a monthly newsletter Provide support with research and assessment tasks Various other tasks as assigned Departmental Contact: Ashlea Coulter, Coordinator of Transfer Center, ashlea.coulter@unt.edu, 940-565-4241 10 Student Affairs Administration, Special Projects Position Description Work/report directly to Coordinators of Student Affairs Administration, and assist, organize, and manage various special projects within the department. Promote the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the Division of Student Affairs and the University of North Texas. Fulfill other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor's degree and be accepted into a graduate program at the University of North Texas. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in: Microsoft Office Programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher) Comfortable with research and organization of information/data into presentable material. Excellent communication skills and ability to cooperate with a number of constituents (students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, future students). Team player and willing to assist where needed. Ability to create/design marketing or publishing materials. Comfortable planning, promoting and carrying out large-scale programs. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate meetings for the Event Safety Committee, and attend events to ensure safety measures are being followed. Assist with the advisement of the Student Alumni Association and participate in philanthropy events. Create programs that promote the spiritual wellbeing of students. Assist with advising Green Jackets, NT 40, and student alumni group. Assist with departmental programs (Honors Day, international initiatives, alumni events). Create publishing/advertising materials for programs and events. Serve on various campus committees. Research topics in higher education for presentations or reports. Create surveys, conduct focus groups, and compile data for assessment purposes. Be available to assist others within SAA and the VPSA Office. Be available to work occasional evening and weekend events. Meet with Coordinators or weekly. Attend bi-weekly departmental staff meetings. Departmental Contact: Michelle Bradley/Jon Bartlett, Coordinators for Student Affairs Administration, (940) 565-3355/(940) 565-3288, Michelle.Bradley@unt.edu / Jon.Bartlett@unt.edu 11 Student Money Management Center Position Description To further the educational outreach, marketing, social media, and research efforts of the Student Money Management Center. The center, an outreach program administered by the Division of Student Affairs, provides tools and solutions students need to achieve financial independence. Team members partner with students from their first day on campus through graduation to strengthen and expand their money management knowledge and skills. More information can be found at http://moneymanagement.unt.edu. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The Graduate Assistant serves under the supervision of the Program Coordinator as the primary coordinator and contact for the center’s outreach, marketing, and social media efforts. Secondary support will be required for research and consultative services. The Graduate Assistant will also work closely with S2S Peer Mentors in the development of educational programs and initiatives. Marketing Outreach Duties: • Coordinate marketing activities, including print and online forums. • Regularly update all social media outlets. • Coordinate blog activities, postings, and content management. • Coordinate updates and enhancements of website. • Oversee on-campus marketing efforts, tabling, event participation, and other outreach activities. Educational Outreach Duties: • Lead team identification and scheduling of outreach programming. • Coordinate staffing of all outreach programs. • Assist with room reservations. • Ensure online posting of programs and events. • Oversee inventory of outreach programming materials. Research Duties: • Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity. • Manage data collection projects as assigned by assistant director. • Assist staff in design, execution and evaluation of research projects, including literature reviews, surveys, focus groups, data integration, and analysis. • Produce written, tabular, and visual materials for research reports and presentations. Departmental Contact: Rachel Grimes, Program Coordinator, 940.369.7761, rachel.grimes@unt.edu 12 University Union - University Program Council (UPC) Position Description The Graduate Assistant (GA) will serve on the advising team for the University Program Council (UPC), the programming board of the University of North Texas. UPC plans and implements around 50 events per semester that range from speakers, films, to trips off campus. As an advisor for UPC, the applicant will have responsibility of advising student leaders, assisting students in program development and implementation, and assisting with assessment projects. The GA will serve on departmental committees and task forces as assigned by supervisory personnel and will have opportunities to create and implement intentional experiences that support the University Union and the University mission. There will also be opportunities to present programs, participate in personal and professional development activities, and assist with special projects when requested. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Advisement of Student Groups – Provides advisement to the University Program Council (UPC), which include, but are not limited to, on-site event support and implementation; recruitment and selection; officer and member development; advisor relations; risk management; facilities use and reservations; university operating procedures; and overall student group development. 2. Programming – Plan and implement large-scale programming for the University of North Texas campus, which include budgeting, contracting, promotions and marketing, event management, and assessment. Programs may include, but are not limited to, First Flight, Homecoming, University Day, Union Fest, Eagle Insomnia, Friday Night at the Hill, various resource fairs, workshops, leadership conferences, and retreats. 3. Operations – Be familiar with and knowledgeable of University Union procedures and operating policies, and professionally communicate them to various tenants and guests as it relates to reservations, room setup, custodial services, ticketing, solicitation, and emergency preparedness. 4. Committee Responsibilities – Represent University Union on departmental and Division committees as assigned. 5. Assessment & Research – Support and administer program or department assessments to provide information on student learning outcomes. Research information and resources for risk management; programming board services and training; recognition programs; and compliance with Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS). 6. Administrative Responsibilities – Assist with record keeping and historical archiving; assessment; and other generalist functions within the University Union. Departmental Contact: Molly Orr Program Coordinator 940.565.3820 Molly.Orr@unt.edu Sergio Renovato Program Coordinator 940.565.3830 Sergio.Renovato@unt.edu 13