The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Posting Details
Position Information
Requisition Number GA00758
Position Title Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement
Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student's field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
Additional Details
Department/Office Mission :The Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement prepares students to serve as change-makers. We develop, promote, and advance civic engagement, leadership development, and meaningful service to create positive social change.
We believe that all students have the capacity to become change-makers: active participants in society accountable to and responsible for the common good. Their willingness to act and ability to lead transforms visions into reality. In doing so, they are able to negotiate diverse views and adopt behaviors to work with others as agents of positive and ethical change. Job Description-Reporting:
This position falls under the direct supervision of the Associate Director for Civic Engagement Job Description-Job Duties and/or Responsibilities :The Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement will work with fellow staff members to coordinate and advise
OLCE
program initiatives and support the overall function of the office.
Specific Responsibilities:
Oversee operations of the Catalyst service program by empowering student leaders to plan and execute meaningful and educational service experiences for students monthly.
Recruit, train, and supervise 4-6 Catalyst Leaders
Co-coordinate community service programming that may include Spartan Service Day, Volunteer Fair, and
MLK
Day of Service.
Develop and review assessment data for programs in your area of responsibility
Serve on the facilitation team for the Bronze Experience in the Spartan Leadership Challenge (may include evening hours once a week during some semesters)
Assist with the management of
OLCE
social media
Participate in
OLCE
office wide programming including the LiNC planning committee, Changemaker Week planning committee, Changemaker of the Month program, Spartan Leadership Challenge Medallion Ceremony and Days of Service.
Provide support to OLCE's operations and programs as necessary, as well as other duties as assigned.
Work Hours, Environment :The position is located in an
OLCE
office space with other GAs (Each GA has his/her/their own desk area). Work is mainly completed in the office, though some programming takes place in different areas around campus (workshop facilitation, conferences, etc.). This position is expected to work an average of 20 hours per week during the traditional fall and spring semesters.
Additional Terms of Employment:
This position is traditionally hired as a 2-year Graduate Assistantship.
Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must: Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Additional Minimum Qualifications Required Skills or Prerequisites: Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience facilitating workshops
Ability to take initiative while working both autonomously and with a team
Excellent organizational and event planning skills
Interest and passion for working to empower college students to recognize themselves as civically responsible leaders.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Number of Months per Year 9
Org #-Department Leadership - Civic Engagement - 44805
Posting Begin Date 02/26/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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Position Information
Requisition Number GA00758
Position Title Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement
Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student's field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
Additional Details
Department/Office Mission :The Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement prepares students to serve as change-makers. We develop, promote, and advance civic engagement, leadership development, and meaningful service to create positive social change.
We believe that all students have the capacity to become change-makers: active participants in society accountable to and responsible for the common good. Their willingness to act and ability to lead transforms visions into reality. In doing so, they are able to negotiate diverse views and adopt behaviors to work with others as agents of positive and ethical change. Job Description-Reporting:
This position falls under the direct supervision of the Associate Director for Civic Engagement Job Description-Job Duties and/or Responsibilities :The Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement will work with fellow staff members to coordinate and advise
OLCE
program initiatives and support the overall function of the office.
Specific Responsibilities:
Oversee operations of the Catalyst service program by empowering student leaders to plan and execute meaningful and educational service experiences for students monthly.
Recruit, train, and supervise 4-6 Catalyst Leaders
Co-coordinate community service programming that may include Spartan Service Day, Volunteer Fair, and
MLK
Day of Service.
Develop and review assessment data for programs in your area of responsibility
Serve on the facilitation team for the Bronze Experience in the Spartan Leadership Challenge (may include evening hours once a week during some semesters)
Assist with the management of
OLCE
social media
Participate in
OLCE
office wide programming including the LiNC planning committee, Changemaker Week planning committee, Changemaker of the Month program, Spartan Leadership Challenge Medallion Ceremony and Days of Service.
Provide support to OLCE's operations and programs as necessary, as well as other duties as assigned.
Work Hours, Environment :The position is located in an
OLCE
office space with other GAs (Each GA has his/her/their own desk area). Work is mainly completed in the office, though some programming takes place in different areas around campus (workshop facilitation, conferences, etc.). This position is expected to work an average of 20 hours per week during the traditional fall and spring semesters.
Additional Terms of Employment:
This position is traditionally hired as a 2-year Graduate Assistantship.
Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must: Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Additional Minimum Qualifications Required Skills or Prerequisites: Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience facilitating workshops
Ability to take initiative while working both autonomously and with a team
Excellent organizational and event planning skills
Interest and passion for working to empower college students to recognize themselves as civically responsible leaders.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Number of Months per Year 9
Org #-Department Leadership - Civic Engagement - 44805
Posting Begin Date 02/26/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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