Graduate Assistant - Financial Aid Office 26-27

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 98,509 - 117,994; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-State Tuition

Valuable work experience

Job summary

A public research university is seeking a Graduate Assistant for its Financial Aid Office. The position entails providing support through administrative tasks, customer service, and policy research, with a commitment of 20 hours per week. The candidate must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled full-time in a graduate program. This position offers a stipend of $9,700 for an 8-month appointment, with potential for renewal based on academic performance.

Qualifications

• Maintain academic good standing (minimum GPA 3.0).
• Be enrolled full‑time, generally a minimum of 9 credits.
• Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service support.
• Proofread materials and conduct policy research.
• Assist with administrative tasks and special projects.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Customer service

Microsoft Office Suite

Adaptability

Education

Full-time enrollment in a graduate program

Tools

Excel

Windows XP

Job description

Graduate Assistant – Financial Aid Office 26-27

Position Title: Graduate Assistant – Financial Aid Office 26-27

Position Summary

The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non‑academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships has 2 Graduate Assistant positions open for 2025‑2026. These positions may be renewable provided Graduate Assistants have met the position’s requirements, are recommended by their department to continue, and have maintained a 3.0 or higher GPA.

We will make every attempt to shape the work of each Graduate Assistant to provide a rich work experience relevant to field of study. Fields of study that may be relevant include, but are not limited to, Accounting, Business, Communication Studies, Counseling, Higher Education, Psychology, and Public Affairs. Duties may include customer service support, proofreading materials, policy research, and other administrative tasks. Graduate Assistants may be assigned special projects as necessary by the supervisor and/or members of the leadership team.

8-month appointment

20 hours per week

Stipend: $9,700 (4,850 per term)

In‑State Tuition

Minimum Qualifications

• Maintain academic good standing at all times (minimum GPA 3.0).
• Be enrolled full‑time, generally a minimum of 9 credits.
• Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
• Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must first attain full admission status to a UNCG graduate program. He or she must be dependable, detail‑oriented, organized, and able to handle confidential information in a professional manner, adapt to different situations, and work well with others. The individual must also possess the ability to work well with computers and technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Windows XP, and Excel.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Number of Months per Year: 10

Posting Begin Date: 03/23/2026

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled (Yes)

Supplemental Questions

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