Graduate Assistant for Vice President of Student Affairs

Job Description Summary

The Graduate Assistant for the Vice President of Student Affairs is a position in the Division of Student Affairs working directly with the Vice President’s Office responsible for a wide variety of tasks and duties that contribute to the Division of Student Affairs and the University. These responsibilities include being an efficient, effective, positive team player assisting with: large scale event planning and execution; selection, training, and supervision of student workers; working with students in distress; recruitment and retention of students; coordination of assigned projects, and student organizations, and assisting with Competitive Teams; and social media, marketing, and technology projects.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Work directly with the Office of the Vice President (VP) to contribute to, manage, and assist with a wide variety of tasks including event planning and operations; problem solving; working with students and families in distress; role modeling for and coordinating the activities of undergraduate student workers; marketing; technology use; and other duties as assigned.
• Work directly with the Office of the VP team to assist in creating, implementing, and coordinating a wide range of projects focused on student recruitment and retention (i.e. Made by Us Marketplace; Competitive Teams)
• Work directly with the VP and the Spirit Committee in creating and carrying out programs that enhance school spirit; work with and supervise a Spirit Team of students who produce events, create excitement, and undertake events prior to and during games and matches to increase attendance and fan participation
• Create and work with a team of undergraduate student videographers to produce educational, how-to, marketing, and recruitment/retention videos using a variety of social media platforms
• Leverage digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.
• Use skills developed to increase marketing reach and professionalism.
• Build collaborative relationships with others of diverse backgrounds and abilities, work within a team structure, negotiate and manage conflict.
• Exercise sound reasoning and analytical thinking; use knowledge, facts, and data to solve problems and make decisions.
• Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms. Express ideas professionally to others. Use effective communication in marketing, fundraising, and other tasks.
• Participate in University functions, events, committees, etc. as appropriate.
• Represent the institution at internal and external events, as appropriate.
• Assist in day-to-day office operations for the VP and the Division.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office of the Vice President.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Ability to learn, digest and apply knowledge of FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and Campus Save Act (including VAWA – Violence Against Women’s Act)

• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of creative and innovative programs and services

• Knowledge and appreciation for diverse populations of students
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Canva.
• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Benedictine values and the values of Saint Leo University

Skills:

• Commitment to student development and student success initiatives
• Possess strong organizational, creativity, and technology skills.
• Able to coach and motivate student employees.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and to make sound judgments and decisions
• Ability to perform with integrity and autonomy in every situation
• Skilled at engaging diverse others - individually and in groups, directly and through writing, social media, and use of technology

Abilities:

• High energy student that excels at conceptualizing and implementing, customer service, community building, communicating in various venues and modalities, effectively engaging students and staff
• Ability to effectively manage interpersonal communication in a team environment
• Ability to balance many tasks and responsibilities simultaneously and consistently meet or beat deadlines
• Ability to manage time and stress for self and others
• Ability to address conflict in a calm, deescalating, solutions focused manner
• Ability to creatively problem solve issues with students, families, and others and work diligently until there is a fair and compassionate resolution

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS:

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