Graduate Assistant - Construction Management Program

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University seeks a Graduate Assistant for the Construction Management Program on the Richmond Campus. The role supports faculty and program administration and aligns with the student’s graduate studies and career goals.

The position involves assisting with instruction, service, and scholarship, helping with program operations, and mentoring students. It is part-time (20 hrs/week) with no benefits; enrollment in EKU's Graduate School is required.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in EKU Graduate School.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and program administration to fulfill the program's mission.
• Support instruction, service, and scholarship to promote student development.

Job description

Title: Graduate Assistant - Construction Management Program

Position Type: Graduate Assistant

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Hours Per Week: 20

Retirement: None

Contact Person: Justin Dodd

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Graduate Assistants with the Department of Safety & Security's Construction Management Program is a currently registered EKU student in the Graduate degree program that will assist faculty and program administration to fulfill the mission, strategic initiatives, and essential function of the program in a way that is congruent with their educational goals. The Construction Management program provides graduate assistants the opportunity to lead, promote and advocate for our program and students through instruction, service, and scholarship. Each graduate student is mentored and encouraged towards personal development in content knowledge and application of knowledge, inside and out of the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in EKU Graduate School.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time