Inside Higher Ed
Student Assistant - Student Leadership Programs
Inside Higher Ed, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Job Title:
Student Assistant - Student Leadership Programs
Location:
Middle Georgia State University
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Part-Time
Job ID:
288296
About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a multi‑campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution located in central Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—and a fully‑online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students serves students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. MGA has six academic schools, including the flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary In this position, student assistants will work with the Center for Career and Leadership Development (CCLD) Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs to promote and aid student leadership organizations as well as encourage leadership development in students and other clients.
Responsibilities
Assist the Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs, the CCLD Director, and other CCLD staff members in communicating and promoting leadership and development opportunities to students and clients.
Assist with daily office operations including answering phones, scheduling appointments, making copies, distributing mail, assisting walk‑ins, assisting with the professional closet and taking headshots, etc.
Assist in planning and working leadership development events and conferences such as Student Expos, orientations, etc. and setting up information tables.
Assist in development and dissemination of leadership services on social media.
Assist with digital communication by managing social media calendar and posts to promote events, career and leadership education topics, and communicate other CCLD activities.
Attend and participate in Knights LEAD and Emerging Leader sessions.
Collaborate with Resident Assistants for the Living‑Learning Community.
Provide administrative support when needed including answering phone calls, taking messages, assisting walk‑ins, etc.
Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and staff in both oral and written forms about Handshake, interviewing, professional attire, career fair prep, LinkedIn, job search, and other services.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student with a minimum of 6 credit hours
Critical and creative thinking skills
Oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Customer service experience
Knowledge of computer programs such as Adobe Creative Suite, social media platforms, Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.
Event and/or program planning experience
Knowledge of university policies and procedures
Knowledge of principles of leadership
Previous involvement in student leadership at the university level
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).
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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Student Assistant - Student Leadership Programs
Location:
Middle Georgia State University
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Part-Time
Job ID:
288296
About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a multi‑campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution located in central Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—and a fully‑online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students serves students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. MGA has six academic schools, including the flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.
Job Summary In this position, student assistants will work with the Center for Career and Leadership Development (CCLD) Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs to promote and aid student leadership organizations as well as encourage leadership development in students and other clients.
Responsibilities
Assist the Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs, the CCLD Director, and other CCLD staff members in communicating and promoting leadership and development opportunities to students and clients.
Assist with daily office operations including answering phones, scheduling appointments, making copies, distributing mail, assisting walk‑ins, assisting with the professional closet and taking headshots, etc.
Assist in planning and working leadership development events and conferences such as Student Expos, orientations, etc. and setting up information tables.
Assist in development and dissemination of leadership services on social media.
Assist with digital communication by managing social media calendar and posts to promote events, career and leadership education topics, and communicate other CCLD activities.
Attend and participate in Knights LEAD and Emerging Leader sessions.
Collaborate with Resident Assistants for the Living‑Learning Community.
Provide administrative support when needed including answering phone calls, taking messages, assisting walk‑ins, etc.
Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and staff in both oral and written forms about Handshake, interviewing, professional attire, career fair prep, LinkedIn, job search, and other services.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student with a minimum of 6 credit hours
Critical and creative thinking skills
Oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Customer service experience
Knowledge of computer programs such as Adobe Creative Suite, social media platforms, Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.
Event and/or program planning experience
Knowledge of university policies and procedures
Knowledge of principles of leadership
Previous involvement in student leadership at the university level
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).
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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