Graduate Assistant - Academic Engagement

Norfolk State University; USA; Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Norfolk State University is seeking an Assist Program Specialist to support Spartan Pathfinders and related programs. The role includes planning events, workshops, and student engagement activities, plus assisting with program communications, data entry, attendance records, and outreach to students.

You will greet visitors, provide information, collaborate with peer mentors and staff, and help maintain organized files and program materials.

Qualifikationen

• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Reliability, professionalism, and the ability to work both independently and in a team are important.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry skills are required.
• Interest in student success, leadership, or related fields is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Plan and organize events, workshops, and student engagement activities for Spartan Pathfinders and other programs.
• Support program communications (flyers, social media, newsletters, GroupMe, calendar updates).
• Maintain accurate student participation and attendance records; assist with data entry and basic reporting.
• Greet and assist students visiting the office; provide general program information.
• Assist with outreach to students via phone, email, and tabling events.
• Collaborate with peer mentors and staff to support program goals.
• Maintain organized files, supplies, and program materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Specialist.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Organizational skills

Reliability

Independence

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Student engagement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Assist Program Specialist in planning and organizing events, workshops, and student engagement activities for Spartan Pathfinders and other programs as needed. Support program communications, including flyers, social media posts, email newsletters, GroupMe, and calendar updates. Maintain accurate student participation and attendance records. Help with data entry, spreadsheet management, and basic reporting tasks. Greet and assist students who visit the office; provide general program information. Assist with outreach to students, including phone calls, emails, and tabling events. Collaborate with peer mentors and staff to support program goals. Help maintain organized files, supplies, and program materials. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Specialist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliability and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Interest in student success, leadership, education, or related fields
• Prior experience in student leadership, tutoring, or mentoring is a plus

Wage employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked and are limited to working 1500 hours per year and can only work a maximum of 29 hours a week. Work hours must be counted on the basis of the twelve-month period beginning May 1 of each year and April 30 of the following year. Wage employees in all agencies (all branches of government) are limited to working no more than 1500 hours during each twelve-month period of May 1-April 30. Should you work 1500 hours prior to April 30, your services will be terminated immediately. You will not be eligible for employment again until May 1. It is the responsibility of the employee and supervisor, as well as the Office of Human Resources, to monitor these hours to ensure compliance to policy. Wage employees may not earn leave nor do they have access to the Grievance Procedure process. They are not covered by the provision of the Virginia Personnel Act and are not entitled to the benefits afforded employees occupying classified positions.

Contact Information

Name: Office of Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Pathways Discover Your Future at Norfolk State University Join a vibrant academic community at Norfolk State University, a dynamic, public, urban institution located in the heart of Hampton Roads in Norfolk, Virginia. With a proud legacy dating back to 1935, NSU is one of just five HBCUs in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of 15 public four-year universities in the state. Our campus is home to more than 5,400 students, including a thriving graduate population that makes up over 10% of our enrollment. NSU offers a supportive and engaging environment across five distinguished academic schools and colleges, led by a dedicated team of approximately 1,000 faculty and staff. With an annual operating budget exceeding $190 million, Norfolk State is positioned for growth, innovation, and student success. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or make a lasting impact, NSU invites you to be part of a community where excellence, purpose, and progress are more than just words — they're a way of life.

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