GA - Non-Teaching: TRIO

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The McNair Scholars Program Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching) at Texas A&M University Commerce will support the TRIO McNair Post-baccalaureate program by assisting with recruitment, academic support, and graduate school preparation. The role involves coordinating workshops and internships, and collaboration with the Assistant Director and TRIO Executive Director.

Responsibilities include recruiting scholars, developing activities, and maintaining alumni information for reporting.

Qualifications

• Earned a Bachelor's Degree.
• Current Enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program.
• Knowledge/Experience with federally funded programs, particularly TRIO, GEAR UP or similar programs.
• Understanding the challenges that First-Generation and Low-Income students encounter in higher education.
• Time Management/ Communication/Writing/Editing skills.
• Academic Coaching and Counseling skills (or a desire to gain experience with these skills)
• Ability to assist McNair Scholars with the graduate school process.
• Ability to provide tutoring skills in all academic areas.
• Experience with recordkeeping/permanent files
• Extensive research experience in the areas of IACUC/IBC/IRB and CITI Training
• Candidates who are TRIO Alumni or have experience working with first-generation and low-income students, understand FAFSA/Pell-eligible student populations are Strongly Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment of McNair Scholars through e-mail, social media, classroom presentations, and other campaigns.
• Assist the Assistant Director in developing, editing, and coordinating recruitment activities.
• Develop, edit, and coordinate monthly workshops/seminars related to undergraduate research and graduate school preparation.
• Assist, plan, and implement the Summer Undergraduate Internship.
• Assist with and edit McNair Alumni information.
• Assist with and update McNair Alumni information for the Grant and Annual Performance Report.
• Assist and complete additional tasks assigned

Skills

Recruiting

Academic coaching

Communication

Writing

Editing

Tutoring

Graduate school advising

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Currently enrolled in Master’s or PhD program

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: GA - Non-Teaching: TRIO Agency East Texas A&M University Department Upward Bound Program. Proposed Minimum Salary: $15.00 hourly. Job Location: Commerce, Texas. Job Type: Graduate Assistant.

About the TRIO McNair Scholars Program

Sponsored by the US Department of Education, the TRIO McNair Program prepares high-achieving first-generation and low-income students for undergraduate research opportunities and graduate school. Each of the twenty-five undergraduate McNair Scholars selected to participate in the program receives instruction and information that is both research- and scholarly-based. In addition to monthly workshops and seminars, faculty mentorship, and ongoing support from the McNair staff, rising juniors and seniors participate in a ten-week, faculty-supervised undergraduate research internship.

Position Summary

The McNair Scholars Program Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching) would be responsible for assisting the Program’s Assistant Director and TRIO Executive Director with recruiting eligible McNair Scholars, as well as providing Scholars with academic support and assisting them with graduate school information and preparation. This position involves academic support and cooperation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment of McNair Scholars through e-mail, social media, classroom presentations, and other campaigns
• Assist the Assistant Director in developing, editing, and coordinating recruitment activities
• Develop, edit, and coordinate monthly workshops/seminars related to undergraduate research and graduate school preparation
• Assist, plan, and implement the Summer Undergraduate Internship
• Assist with and edit McNair Alumni information
• Assist with and update McNair Alumni information for the Grant and Annual Performance Report
• Assist and complete additional tasks assigned

Qualifications

• Earned a Bachelor’s Degree
• Current Enrollment in a Master’s or PhD Program
• Knowledge/Experience with federally funded programs, particularly TRIO, GEAR UP or similar programs
• Understanding the challenges that First-Generation and Low-Income students encounter in higher education
• Time Management/ Communication/Writing/Editing skills
• Academic Coaching and Counseling skills (or a desire to gain experience with these skills)
• Ability to assist McNair Scholars with the graduate school process
• Ability to provide tutoring skills in all academic areas
• Experience with recordkeeping/permanent files
• Extensive research experience in the areas of IACUC/IBC/IRB and CITI Training
• Candidates who are TRIO Alumni or have experience working with first-generation and low-income students, understand FAFSA/Pell-eligible student populations are Strongly Preferred

Compensation

This is an 11-month position and requires 19 hours per week. The TRIO McNair Scholars GANT will earn $15 per hour. We do not provide tuition reimbursement or health insurance.

Employment Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Contact Information

Deirdre Hill Jenkins, PhD Assistant Director, TRIO Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Program (TRIO McNair Scholars) 302 Halladay Student Services Building East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX 75428 903.886.5466

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work-study student, or a graduate assistant, on-campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education. As a proud Lion, your success is our mission.

Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session. May work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall. Must not work during scheduled class times. Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status. Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall. Work-study positions are need-based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work-study through Financial Aid. May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester. May work full-time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall. Must not work during scheduled class times. Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines.

Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education. To qualify, students must: Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non-degree) Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles Non-native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support.

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