Middle Georgia State University
Graduate Assistant - MA in Technical and Professional Writing
Middle Georgia State University, Macon, Georgia, us, 31297
Overview
Job Title: Graduate Assistant - MA in Technical and Professional Writing
Location: Middle Georgia State University
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 286624
About Us: Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia—and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary: The Masters in Technical and Professional Writing offers 2 graduate assistantships in the fall and spring semesters for qualified MA students. These assistantships may be either online or face-to-face on the Macon or Cochran campuses (please specify preference in letter of intent).
These graduate assistantships provide practical experience in varied areas using skills complementary to MATPW coursework.
Responsibilities
Weekly reports and frequent communication with graduate coordinator or other supervisor
Reasonable progress on assigned tasks. Typical tasks may include:
Create, design, and revise promotional, training, and other program materials
Work with graduate coordinator and committee on event planning
Conduct research to support department and program initiatives
Required Qualifications
Accepted in the MA in Technical and Professional Writing
Enrolled as student in the semester in which the GA is held
USG employees using TAP funds for their tuition are not eligible for these assistantships
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in organization
Time management skills
Analytical skills and problem solving
Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with varied stakeholders
Research skills
Computer literacy and familiarity with office software
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 our policy page.
Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning
Equal Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478-471-2010. Individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Other Information These are paid assistantships (but there is no tuition waver). Stipend amount is to be determined, but such assistantships usually carry a stipend of $2000-2500.
Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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Location: Middle Georgia State University
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 286624
About Us: Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia—and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary: The Masters in Technical and Professional Writing offers 2 graduate assistantships in the fall and spring semesters for qualified MA students. These assistantships may be either online or face-to-face on the Macon or Cochran campuses (please specify preference in letter of intent).
These graduate assistantships provide practical experience in varied areas using skills complementary to MATPW coursework.
Responsibilities
Weekly reports and frequent communication with graduate coordinator or other supervisor
Reasonable progress on assigned tasks. Typical tasks may include:
Create, design, and revise promotional, training, and other program materials
Work with graduate coordinator and committee on event planning
Conduct research to support department and program initiatives
Required Qualifications
Accepted in the MA in Technical and Professional Writing
Enrolled as student in the semester in which the GA is held
USG employees using TAP funds for their tuition are not eligible for these assistantships
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in organization
Time management skills
Analytical skills and problem solving
Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with varied stakeholders
Research skills
Computer literacy and familiarity with office software
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 our policy page.
Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning
Equal Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478-471-2010. Individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Other Information These are paid assistantships (but there is no tuition waver). Stipend amount is to be determined, but such assistantships usually carry a stipend of $2000-2500.
Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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