26-27 Graduate Assistant (GA) - Ed Leadership Doc Program

The California State University; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The California State University in Fresno is seeking Graduate Assistants to provide professional support within the Department of Educational Leadership. This part-time role requires maximum engagement of 20 hours per week, assisting faculty with research, curriculum development, and student coordination.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree, be enrolled in the HEAL master’s program, and have a GPA of at least 3.0. Commitment to diversity and strong communication skills are imperative.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0; preference for 3.5 or higher.
• International students must achieve a TOEFL score of 600 or better.
• Must enroll in at least 6 units for the semester.
• Experience in higher education or student affairs preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional non-teaching assistance to faculty members.
• Assist faculty with research and course materials.
• Supervise students under faculty direction.
• Coordinate alumni programs and social media initiatives.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Google Suite

MS Office

Data analysis

Social justice understanding

Research assistance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Enrolled in the HEAL master's program

Tools

Google Forms

Qualtrics

Mailchimp

Canvas

Job description

Apply now Job no: 559632
Work type: Graduate Assistant
Location: Fresno
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time

Kremen School of Education and Human Development

Position Overview

The Department of Educational Leadership seeks students as Graduate Assistants. Appointments are contingent upon adequate funding.

The department reserves the right to choose the most qualified candidate for each position and to assign Graduate Assistants to the courses or duties that are appropriate for the department program and curriculum in any given semester. Due to staff and curriculum changes, appointments may vary, and no guarantee of employment from semester to semester can be made.

Anticipated Appointment Dates

This position is opened until filled. If you have applied and no other positions are available, you will be notified.

Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 23, 2026;

Spring 2027: January 19, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Hours/Units per week

Students can work up to 20 hours per week;

1 unit is equivalent to 2.66 hours per week (40 hrs x 1 unit/15 unit)

No more than 6 units, or not to exceed 7.50 total WTU’s in one semester, which equates to 20 hours per week

Job Duties

• Provide professional non‑teaching assistance to faculty members
• Provide research assistance and practical experience in fields related to their advanced study
• May involve supervising students in a classroom, workshop, or laboratory (final responsibility is vested in a member of the faculty)
• Provide training to students in the use of equipment or other resources
• Assist faculty with research and preparation of course materials
• Participate in evaluation of students' work
• Develop processes and strategies to foster engagement with the Ed.D. Program community, namely the program’s students, alumni, larger Fresno State community, and prospective students
• Collaborate with the Program Advisor to create a system for tracking program alumni, updating their contact information, and identifying opportunities for alumni to connect with current students and community members
• Coordinate programs such as alumni speaker webinars and socials; identify program alumni and collect information from them to share on social media and the program website
• Assist in identifying potential community partners
• Determine needs of our program alumni and offer resources

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0; applicants with a 3.5 or higher are preferred
• International students must have a TOEFL score of 600 or better
• Must enroll in at least 6 units (three of which must be graduate units) for the semester or in two courses applicable to program of study
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• For those who have previously held a TA position at Fresno State, peer and student evaluations will be reviewed and considered as part of the selection process
• Must have an earned Bachelor’s degree
• Must be enrolled in the HEAL master’s program at Fresno State
• Experience working in higher education and/or student affairs
• Experience developing and delivering surveys using Google Forms and Qualtrics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Google Suite and MS Office
• Understanding of social justice and equity issues in higher education
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Desire to develop student affairs professional competencies
• Experience in analyzing and delivering reports on data from surveys
• Experience using Mailchimp and Canvas online software

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.