Graduate Assistant, Student Life & Campus Engagement

University of St. Francis; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,800; Part time

Job summary

The University of St. Francis in Joliet seeks a Graduate Assistant for Student Life to support programs that strengthen student engagement, belonging, leadership, and campus community.

The position resides on campus and participates in the residence hall on-call rotation with Student Life staff and student leaders in clubs, SAB, intramurals, and commuter programs. Main duties include assisting with campus events, coordinating logistics and contracts, advising student clubs and Greek Life, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Must be admitted to and remain in good standing in an eligible University of St. Francis graduate program.
• Experience in student affairs, student leadership, campus programming, residence life, or related areas preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and administrative skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and other campus constituents.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends and participate in residence hall on-call rotation.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, values, and traditions of the University of St. Francis.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission, vision, values, and Franciscan traditions of the University of St. Francis.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of Student Life programs, activities, and campus traditions which support student belonging and retention.
• Coordinate campus-wide student activities and intramurals with SAB and Commuter Assistants for residential and commuter students, including program logistics, communications, contracts, purchasing, budget tracking, assessment, and other administrative responsibilities as directed.
• Support and advise student leaders in student clubs and organizations and Greek Life.
• Participate in the residence hall emergency response/on-call rotation and assist with residential student needs as assigned.
• Attend Student Life and Division staff meetings, and other meetings or events as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other offices to support a welcoming and engaging campus environment.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Graduate program admission

Job description

The University of St. Francis in Joliet seeks a Graduate Assistant for Student Life to support programs that strengthen student engagement, belonging, leadership, and campus community.

The position resides on campus and participates in the residence hall on-call rotation with Student Life staff and student leaders in clubs, SAB, intramurals, and commuter programs. Main duties include assisting with campus events, coordinating logistics and contracts, advising student clubs and Greek Life, and