Graduate Assistant - Honors Program

Evolving Solution Services; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 7,500 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Avila University in Kansas City invites a graduate student to join the Honors Program as a Graduate Assistant, providing administrative support to the Honors Program Director. The role offers exposure to academic administration, event planning, and student engagement, with potential for remote work during the 2026-2027 year.

The position is up to 12 hours per week and may offer tuition remission for credits.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a graduate program at the institution as a domestic student.
• International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships.

Responsibilities

• Organize student files and spreadsheets, schedule meetings and manage correspondence.
• Maintain records and databases related to Honors Program activities and participation.
• Assist in planning, organization, and execution of social or community engagement events.
• Serve as a point of contact for Honors Program students with reminders of dates and procedures.
• Attend and facilitate discussions and group activities during Honors Seminars.
• Assist in teaching and research with the Honors Program Director as available.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Commitment to Honors Program goals

Education

Graduate student status

Job description

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Student Avila University - Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City, MO, US

Position Summary

The Avila University Honors Program Director seeks a dedicated graduate assistant to provide administrative support and assistance to the Honors Program Director. This position offers an opportunity for a graduate student to gain valuable experience in academic administration, event coordination, and student engagement. If sufficiently qualified, the Honors Program GA may work entirely remotely. The position is for up to 12 hours a week (for up to 6 hours of credit hour tuition remission per semester) during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Honors Program Director in administrative tasks such as organizing students files and spreadsheets, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records and databases related to Honors Program activities and student participation.
• Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of social or community engagement events for the Honors Program.
• Serve as a point of contact for Honors Program students, providing reminders of important dates, deadlines, and procedures.
• Attend and facilitate discussions and group activities during Honors Seminars
• Assist the Honors Program Director and Steering Committee in teaching and research, as needed and if available during free hours.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program at the institution as a domestic student. International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interested in and committed to supporting the goals and objectives of the Honors Program.

Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

The Community:

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)" and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety.&nbsp ; A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.