Graduate Assistant - CJC

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Criminal Justice Department

Department's Website:

https://ualr.edu/criminaljustice/

Summary of Job Duties:

The graduate students work 20 hours per week. Regular and reliable attendance working within the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology during normal business hours is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. These students assist with clerical duties and research. They may assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education and or Experience:

•  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Regular admission to a graduate degree program;

• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance. 

Job Duties:

Graduate Assistant Students in the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology work in various capacities including:

• Clerical work;

• Assisting faculty with research;

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously on a deadline;

• Strong oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Valarie Abrams, HR Partner, vaabrams@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site