Grad Assistant S.A.R.P.

Lackawanna College; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 6,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Lackawanna College's Department of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices seeks a Graduate Assistant (half-time) to support staff in SARP with research, programming, and administrative duties in an academic setting.

The GA gains practical experience in student affairs, conduct processes, restorative practices, and student support services, collaborating with professional staff on initiatives and departmental assessment.

Qualifications

• Enrollment/acceptance in a Lackawanna College graduate program in Business Admin, Higher Education, Organizational Leadership & Management, or Professional Studies
• Strong academic standing
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
• Demonstrated interest in student development, restorative practices, conflict resolution, behavioral intervention, conduct administration, or student support services

Responsibilities

• SARP support: Assist with the administration of SARP practices and processes, including case preparation, correspondence, documentation management, and educational follow-up initiatives.
• Assessment and data management: Assist with collection, organization, and analysis of departmental data related to SARP outcomes, educational pathways, programming, and student learning outcomes.
• Educational programming and outreach: Collaborate with professional staff to develop and implement educational programs focused on personal responsibility, ethical decision-making, conflict resolution, community standards.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing materials for training and workshops, and supporting day-to-day operations of the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Professional judgment

Interest in student development

Education

Graduate program enrollment

Job description

Department: Student Accountability and Restorative Practices (SARP)

Reports to: Dean of Students (or designee)

Position Type: Half-Time (20 hours)

Duration: Academic Year2026-2027

Job Summary

The GA supports staff in SARP with a variety of tasks related to research/assessment, programming, and administrative duties. This position provides a graduate student with practical experience in student affairs administration, student conduct processes, restorative practices, assessment, and student support services within a higher education environment. The GA collaborates with professional staff to assist in the implementation of SARP initiatives, contributes to departmental assessment and educational programming, and supports students navigating conduct-related processes.

Key Responsibilities

• SARP Support:Assist with the administration ofSARPpracticesandprocesses, including case preparation, correspondence, documentation management, and educational follow-up initiatives. Support the facilitation and coordination of restorative and educational interventions designed to promote student learning and community responsibility.
• Assessment and Data Management:Assist with the collection, organization, and analysis of departmental data related toSARPoutcomes, educationalpathways,programming, and student learning outcomes. Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and assessment materials that inform departmental planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Educational Programming and Outreach:Collaborate with professional staff to develop and implement educational programs focused on topics such as personal responsibility, ethical decision-making, conflict resolution, community standards,etc.Assistin the creation of educational materials, marketing content, and outreach initiatives.
• Administrative and Operational Support:Maintainaccurateand confidential departmental records,assistwith scheduling meetings, prepare materials fortrainingand workshops, and support the day-to-day operations of the department.

Qualifications

• Enrollment/acceptance in a Lackawanna College graduate program in: Business Administration, Higher Education, Organizational Leadership & Management, or Professional Studies
• Strong academic standing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Demonstrated interest in student development, restorative practices, conflict resolution, behavioral intervention, conduct administration, or student support services.