Graduate Assistant

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX invites applications for a Graduate Assistant in the Division of Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs. The role focuses on leading the Vaquero Step Up initiative, educating students and campus partners on university policies and community standards.

You will design and facilitate educational programs and workshops related to Hazing, Student Code of Conduct, Academic Integrity, Sexual Misconduct, and other policies.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a graduate degree program.
• Demonstrated understanding of student development theory, ethical decision-making, or restorative practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations and campus partners.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• The Graduate Assistant will lead the Vaquero Step Up initiative and collaborate with students and campus partners to educate the Vaquero community on university policies, expectations, and community standards.
• The Graduate Assistant will design and facilitate educational programs, workshops, and outreach efforts related to university policies, including but not limited to Hazing, Student Code of Conduct, Academic Integrity, Sexual Misconduct, Alcohol and Drug Policies, Discrimination and Harassment, and Bystander Intervention.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Confidential information handling

Organizational skills

Collaborative with diverse students

Flexible evening/weekend hours

Workshop facilitation experience

Bilingual skills (preferred)

Education

Enrollment in graduate degree program

Graduate program in Social Work or Higher Education Administration

Full-time semester credit requirements

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

• Edinburg: [phone]
• Brownsville: [phone]
• Office hours: Monday-Friday
• 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Gender
• Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

Title Information

Assistantship Title

Assistantship Title Graduate Assistant

Job Class Code

Job Class Code 10096

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
2. Must be in good academic standing
3. Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number A1322

Working Title

Working Title Graduate Assistant

Location

Location Edinburg, Texas

College

College N/A

Department

Department Student Rights and Responsibilities

Division

Division Division of Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs

Scope of Job

The Graduate Assistant will lead the Vaquero Step Up initiative and collaborate with students and campus partners to educate the Vaquero community on university policies, expectations, and community standards. This role focuses on preventative education, peer engagement, and policy awareness to promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment.

The Graduate Assistant will design and facilitate educational programs, workshops, and outreach efforts related to university policies, including but not limited to Hazing, Student Code of Conduct, Academic Integrity, Sexual Misconduct, Alcohol and Drug Policies, Discrimination and Harassment, and Bystander Intervention.

• Enrollment in a graduate program related to Social Work, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated understanding of student development theory, ethical decision-making, or restorative practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations and campus partners
• Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed

• Experience facilitating educational workshops, trainings, or group discussions
• Knowledge of or interest in student conduct codes, behavioral interventions, or conflict resolution
• Experience working with diverse, at-risk, or underserved student populations
• Bilingual skills (preferred but not required)

Salary 1,250 Per Month

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 11/01/2026

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Open Date

Open Date 10/06/2026