Student Organizations Graduate Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin

Job Posting Title:Student Organizations Graduate Assistant----Hiring Department:Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:20----FLSA Status:To Be Determined at Offer----Earliest Start Date:Ongoing----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:PURPOSEThe Graduate Assistant for Student Organizations is a 20 hour a week position that supports the operations of the Student Organizations Team within the Office of the Dean of Students. This role provides broad assistance across unit functions such as student staff supervision event support managing student organization resources space reservations and general office operations. The GA works closely with student leaders campus partners and internal teams to ensure effective services adherence to institutional policies and a positive engaging student organization experience.This position includes undergraduate student supervision administrative coordination and project-based work that contributes to the overall success of student organizations.Hours to be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday with some prescheduled evening and weekend hoursQualification for in-state tuition ratesComprehensive insurance benefits package (August - May)Hands-on work in student personnel field providing excellent work experienceRESPONSIBILITIESSupervise and support undergraduate student staff including hiring training scheduling and communication.Support student organizations with event planning space reservations policy guidance and general questions.Assist with office operations including managing student organization resources such as locker and office reservations Hornslink application review upkeep of the Art Center poster printing support room reservations process and other daily administrative and customer service-related tasks.Help coordinate and support programs and special events with the Student Organizations team.Participate in special projects committees and other assigned tasks within Student Organizations and the Office of the Dean of Students.CAREER READINESS COMPETENCIES RELATED TO THIS POSTIONCareer and Self Development: Proactively develop oneself and ones career through continual personal and professional learning awareness of ones strengths and weaknesses navigation of career opportunities and networking to build relationships. Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information ideas facts and perspectives with people inside and outside of your organization. Critical Thinking: Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information. Leadership: Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals. Professionalism: Understand and demonstrate effective work habits and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace. Teamwork: Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals while appreciatingviewpoints and shared responsibilities. Technology: Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance efficiencies complete tasks and accomplish goals.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMust be a currently enrolled graduate student (taking at least 9 hours). Preference will be given to Masters and Ph.D. students in the College of Educations Program in Higher Education Leadership or other Masters students with experience working with sororities and/or fraternities.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSInterest and knowledge in the development of services and programs that support registered student organizations individual student leaders and campus involvement.Ability to utilize concepts of student development in program planning coaching and administrative dutiesA commitment to creating an environment where connection for students is considered.Excellent written and oral communication skillsStrong interpersonal abilities and proven organizational skillsOther experience/skills as relevant to specific position responsibilitiesSALARY $19.33 Hr.Work Shift20 Hours WeekRequired MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestHIRING PROCESSIf you are a potential graduate/doctoral student in higher education please participate in the graduate assistant selection process organized by the College of Education.All other candidates please submit résumé and cover letter to:Cat Schlichting Assistant DirectorStudent Organizations Office of the Dean of Students----Employment Eligibility:Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: Plan Eligibility:Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employercomplies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The universitys company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify please see the following:E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) PDFRight to Work Poster (English) PDFRight to Work Poster (Spanish) PDF----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act) you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services 1616 Guadalupe Street UTA 2.206 Austin Texas 78701. Key Skills Sports Coaching,Organizational skills,Data Collection,Meeting Facilitation,Research Experience,Website Maintenance,Driving,Event Planning,Teaching,Administrative Experience,Public Speaking,Writing Skills Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1