Graduate Assistant - Student Engagement & Leadership

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. As one of only three selective state institutions in the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize an expansive liberal arts education focused on critical thinking. Through personalized attention and award-winning, high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, and study abroad, GCSU prepares leaders, problem solvers and life-long learners for successful careers. The university offers small class sizes and personalized attention for optimal student engagement in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through experiential learning. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia and located only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta.

Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom and supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct . For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu .

The Graduate Assistant for Student Engagement & Leadership supports Registered Student Organization (RSO) programming, leadership development initiatives, Student Government Association (SGA) operations, and the planning and implementation of campus events. This position provides hands-on experience in student development, program coordination, and leadership advising while supporting the mission of student engagement and involvement.

Registered Student Organizations & Leadership Development - 40
Support the development, training, and advising of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs)
Assist with leadership development programs, workshops, and retreats for student leaders
Serve as a resource for student leaders regarding policies, procedures, and best practices
Help track RSO registration, compliance, and engagement metrics
Event Planning & Implementation - 30
Assist in the planning, coordination, promotion, and execution of campus-wide programs and events.
Support logistics including room reservations, timelines, and event staffing.
Assist with assessment and evaluation of programs and events.
Student Government Association Support - 25
Assist in advising the Student Government Association in collaboration with professional staff
Assist with leadership transitions, onboarding, and training for SGA members
Support SGA meetings, elections, initiatives, and committee work
Other - 5
Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Other Required Qualifications
Approved for regular admission to a graduate degree program at Georgia College & State University. Upload Acceptance into "Additional Documents" attachment in application.
Maintain academic good standing. If a student's grade point average falls below a 3.00 (academic warning), the student will have next semester or summer term to improve and return to good standing before termination of the assistantship. Should a student fail to return to good standing after the next semester or summer term, or should a student receive academic exclusion and be dismissed from the degree program, the assistantship will be terminated at once.
This position will work in-person 19 hours per week. 
Full assistantships (19 hours/week) cover all but $25 of tuition.
Applicable student fees are not covered by the assistantship.
Course loads for graduate assistants must be at least 5 graduate semester hours.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work a flexible schedule around class commitments
Preferred Experience
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 
Ability to work collaboratively with all student populations 
Availability to work some evenings and weekends 
Experience working with student organizations, leadership programs, or student government 
Event planning or program coordination experience

ABILITIES
Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor
KNOWLEDGE
Proficiency with basic computer applications including Microsoft Office
SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a busy office environment

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.