Student Assistant - First and Second - Year Experience - Flight Team Leader (Spring 2026) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Student Assistant - First and Second - Year Experience - Flight Team Leader (Spring 2026) Location: Statesboro, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 293094 About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.Location Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GADepartment Information First and Second - Year ExperienceJob Summary The Student Assistant will support the department of First and Second - Year Experience as a Flight Team Leader on the Statesboro Campus beginning Spring 2026. Flight Team Leaders will work closely with the Graduate Assistants and staff in the Office of First and Second Year Experience to support administrative and logistical coordination of the Flight Leader Program. This includes assisting with training, supervision, and mentorship of Flight Leaders.Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.Responsibilities Execute all duties and expectations of a Flight Leader in supporting the instruction of one section of FLYT 1001 Assist with the planning and delivery of Flight Leader Training beginning in spring 2025 Support their assigned Graduate Assistant Supervisor with the planning and delivery of weekly/bi-weekly Flight Leader Meetings Communicate with Flight Leaders regarding program expectations, deadlines, training expectations, and leadership development Additional assistance/activities as requested by the Office of First and Second Year ExperienceShift SpecificsUp to 15 hours per weekFlexible with schedule of availabilityRequired Qualifications Educational RequirementsMust be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.Preferred Qualifications Preferred EducationMust have previously served as a Flight Leader (formerly Peer Leader) or in another campus leadership capacity (e.g. SOAR Leader, Southern Ambassador, OLCE Student Leader, etc.)Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher Must have a clear judicial record Must complete required 16 hours of trainingPreferred ExperienceExperience as a mentor/tutor or in a peer leadership capacityA desire to positively impact first year student success and the success of other student leadersProposed Salary $16.00 per hourThis is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover LetterSchedule of AvailabilityTwo (2) Professional ReferencesKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIESConsistently exhibit engaging customer serviceAbility to support various constituencies served by the UniversityProven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific positionKNOWLEDGEAdhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student successSKILLSEffective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skillsApply Before Date January 16, 2026Application review may begin as early as December 09, 2025.Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected] technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email [email protected] 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 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.Conditions of Employment Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.Other Information Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.This is not a supervisory position.This position is not required to drive.Background Check Position of Trust