GA Pre-Professional - The School of Social Work - Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); Sur place; USD 7 000 - 11 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A public research university in Normal, Illinois is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the School of Social Work. The role involves assisting with administrative tasks, recruitment activities, and events. Candidates must be graduate students in Social Work with at least a 3.0 GPA and strong communication skills. The compensation is $755 per month. This position is subject to a background investigation.

Qualifications

• Eligible for appointment as per the Graduate Assistant Handbook.
• Applicants will have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Applicants already admitted to the School of Social Work at Illinois State University.

Responsabilités

• Assist with the admissions process.
• Support recruitment and retention activities.
• Help with practicum placements and events.

Connaissances

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Experience working with confidential information

Ability to work well independently

Experience with Microsoft Office

Ability to interact positively with students

Formation

Graduate student at Illinois State University in Social Work

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Job no: 521668

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: GA Pre-Professional - The School of Social Work - Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: School of Social Work

Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

School of Social Work Graduate Assistants are assigned to Administrative Professionals and the School Director to assist with the administrative tasks and responsibilities of their positions.

The tasks and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to assisting, planning, and executing:

• Admissions Process
• Recruitment and Retention Activities
• Orientation Sessions for Students and/or Internship Supervisors
• Practicum Placement Process
• Social Work Club
• Social Work Themed Living-Learning Community
• School of Social Work Sponsored Events
• Welcoming Visitors at the Front Desk
• Assisting with the Office Administrative Tasks as Needed

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$755 per month

Required Qualifications

• Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook.
• Must be a degree‑seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in Social Work.
• Applicants will have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Applicants will already be admitted to or currently enrolled in the School of Social Work at Illinois State University pursuing a Master in Social Work.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience working with confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work well independently.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with students and manage student programming.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Forms, etc.) and comfortability navigating program-specific systems.

Work Hours

TBD

Proposed Starting Date

August 2026

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Disability Accommodation

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

Application Info

Application Opened: 04/10/2026 09:00 AM CST

Application Closes: Open Until Filled