Graduate Student Assistant

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University on campus is seeking a Graduate Student Assistant to support teaching, grading, scheduling, and class-related tasks. The role involves working independently with good judgment and discretion, up to 20 hours per week during the appointment term.

Responsibilities include assisting professors, preparing documents, managing attendance and exams via Canvas and Top-Hat, and providing academic accommodations in line with university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
• Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program by the start date.
• Enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program and have previous teaching experience; experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the department and The Graduate School.
• Create and edit PowerPoint, Excel, or Word documents; manage attendance via Top-Hat and Canvas.
• Administer/proctor exams; monitor exams to prevent cheating; assist with Top-Hat or Canvas.
• Grade quizzes/tests/exams and written assignments within university timeframes.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

English proficiency

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Computer and scheduling skills

Problem solving

Mobility/physical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)

Master’s/ doctoral enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Graduate Sstudent Assistant works on campus in an academic support role for the University. These roles can range from teaching your own classes, overseeing students, grading academic assignments, scheduling, sending emails, lecturing, etc. The Graduate Assistant works a maximum of 20 hours per week (12m - 1040) throughout their contracted time length.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the department and The Graduate School.
• Uphold and follow the Community Standards and respected Honor Code (provided by the Office of Community Life), as well as the Graduate Assistantship Handbook.
• Create and edit any and all PowerPoint, Excel, or Word documents.
• Track Attendance using Top-Hat and post in Canvas.
• Administer/proctor exams: monitor students during exams to avoid talking, laptop browsing, and cheating; answer questions and manage Top-Hat or Canvas technologies.
• Grade subjective and objective quizzes/tests/exams and written assignments within university specified timeframes.
• Communicate through email and Canvas with students regarding absences/attendance issues/meetings/any course related questions responding within university specified timeframes.
• Manage excused absences, doctors’ notes, student athletes.
• At the direction of the Office of Disability Accommodation Support, provide any academic accommodations to students by managing tests and assignments for these students with the Testing Center or making modifications to third party tests/Canvas to meet these requirements.
• Maintain regular business office hours to provide availability and interaction with students either in person or over MS Teams as directed by their supervisor/chair/dean.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.
• Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) Assist in a support role for the assigned professor in class related functions.
• Assist and conduct research under the direction of a supervisor in relation to the department's goals or needs, as approved by the Academic Administration and The Graduate School.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graduate Assistant Supervisors are responsible for abiding by the Graduate Assistantship Handbook and overseeing the Graduate Assistants for their respective departments. This should be in line with the tasks and responsibilities that will be assigned to their Graduate Assistant. They are to monitor and assess the Graduate Assistants' academic, professional, social, and spiritual growth. In addition, they will also complete Graduate Assistants evaluations for every new hire at the end of their first semester and for returners at the end of the year.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Graduate Student Assistant Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) degree from a four-year college or university preferred.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program by the start date.

Preferred Qualifications: Enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program and have previous teaching experience. Experience using Microsoft Office. Ability to attain an understanding of all technical systems that support the role of being a GSA. Must live in the local area in order to report to work on campus.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

• Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer and scheduling skills.
• Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Physical and Sensory Abilities Required to travel to local and campus locations. May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard. Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally. Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business. Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. Working environment also includes facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

PAY RANGE

Graduate Student Assistant $16,320 annual salary, may be prorated based on the term of appointment.

Time Type Part time Location Onsite

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Company Culture

Before you begin an application, please review our application process. Whatever capacity you work in at Liberty University, you’ll be playing a supportive role in our mission of Training Champions for Christ. Liberty has a wide variety of engaging and challenging positions available that are waiting for committed men and women of integrity just like you. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971. As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.