OPS Student Graduate Assistant - Residence Life GA for Engagement & Assessment - Fall 2027/Spring 2028

University of West Florida; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

University of West Florida is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Engagement and Assessment in Housing & Residence Life for Fall 2027/Spring 2028. The role involves supporting engagement efforts, assessment activities, and staff oversight within the department.

Training begins mid-July with anticipated night/weekend obligations during the academic year. The position requires graduate enrollment, a 3.0 GPA, and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a graduate student at the University of West Florida pursuing work related to the student’s graduate studies program.
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate program is required (minimum 6 graduate credit hours per semester).
• Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA and remain in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Serve on and potentially lead committees organizing large-scale programming.
• Advise and support graduate staff, NRHH, and RHA; conduct regular meetings with advisees.

Skills

Campus collaboration

Public speaking

Leadership

Organization

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Graduate enrollment (6 credit hours/semester)

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

Classification Title: Graduate Assistant
Working Title: Residence Life Graduate Assistant for Engagement & Assessment - Fall 2027/Spring 2028
Department:Housing Residence Life
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Salary Range:$14,500 stipend paid bi-weekly over the Fall and Spring semesters
Pay Basis:Annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:

The Graduate Assistant for Engagement and Assessment reports to an Assistant or Associate Director. This position provides support and oversight within the department for the creation, completion, and assessment of engagement efforts for Housing & Residence Life.
This position does not oversee a designated community, however it may be called to serve and assist in various housing processes which include, but are not limited to: opening, closing, health & safety checks, marketing, assessment, and various committees on campus.
All positions within the Housing & Residence Life department begin with mandatory training in mid-July each year. This is a full-time training which runs through early August. All assistantships require some scheduled night and weekend obligations per semester. These obligations can be associated with major department events, including but not limited to move-in weekends and hall closing days. As with any live-in position, staff members are also responsible for handling crises as they occur within or outside office hours. These assistantships will average 30 hours per week over the course of the academic year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must be a graduate student at the University of West Florida and pursuing work related to the student’s graduate studies program.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

*This position requires a Bachelor's degree in any field
*Full-time enrollment in any graduate program at the University of West Florida for the period of the assistantship is required (required enrollment: minimum of 6 graduate credit hours per semester)
*Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
*Must remain in good standing with the university, department, and graduate program
*Must be available to work 5 consecutive office hours between 9:00am and 5:00pm on weekdays, in addition to some evenings, weekends, and to serve in an on-call rotation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

*Previous experience working on a college campus as a para- or professional staff member
*Ability to effectively work with university students, demonstrate a sense of job responsibility and maturity, and show evidence of leadership skills
*Ability to organize tasks, prioritize duties, and effectively complete the many components of the job
*Ability to collaborate with a variety of campus partners, including Student Affairs departments, University Faculty members, and fellow Housing & Residence Life staff members
*Have a solid understanding of ethical situations and the ability to think critically
*Ability to lead small-group training sessions/discussions, engage in public speaking, and design and conduct experiential learning programs
*A working knowledge of residential living-learning philosophy
*Ability to interact with and support a diverse student population
*A comprehensive understanding or ability to learn various email, database, and electronic systems used for communication and community management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

• 25% - Community Development: *Serve on and potentially lead committees organizing large scale programming in the department, including but not limited to: Battle of the Hall Stars, Late Night Breakfast *Assist with oversight of the department’s programming initiatives *Oversee the operation of the Programming Room which includes providing support, teaching proper use, organization and managing of inventory *Oversee the operation of the Presidents Hall Multipurpose Room which includes reservations, policy, and set up *Utilize institutional data to assess and respond to student needs - (Essential)
• 25% - Advising: *Potentially serve as the financial, programmatic, and leadership co-adviser to both RHA and NRHH *Assist in the training and development of advisees & graduate staff community council advisors *Maintain high visibility and availability with staff and advisees as it is related to programming, NRHH, RHA, and Community Council *Provide support, feedback, and guidance to advisees through regular one-on-one meetings and attending weekly organizational meetings *Develop resources to assist organizational and leadership development as it related to NRHH, RHA, and Community Councils *Ensure organizations are following their constitutions and by-laws, including maintaining any required regulations to be recognized by the state and region. *Potentially oversee the implementation and tracking of programs, strategies, and services that support the mission and purpose of NRHH & RHA. *Opportunities to travel to student-related conferences as an advisor - (Essential)
• 20% - Student Conduct and Crisis Management: *Respond to residents in need and follow up with situational concerns, referring to other professionals, when appropriate *Provide leadership during times of crisis in and adjacent to the community *Assist in emergency situations as needed *Implement UWF and HRL objectives, policies, rules, and procedures *Participate in an on-call duty rotation for on-campus residents, including holidays and University breaks - (Essential)
• 20% - Professional Development & Administration: *Attend and participate in all scheduled Housing and Residence Life trainings and meetings which include, but not limited to: Summer and Spring staff trainings, On-Going Trainings, Graduate Staff Meeting, Large Scale Programs, etc. *Assist in departmental programming, marketing, and assessment efforts as needed or called upon *Participate in departmental and divisional professional development activities *Participate in the recruitment, selection, and training of staff members for Housing and Residence Life *Serve on department and university committees as needed *Approving/Denying timesheets submitted by student desk staff - (Essential)
• 10% - Overarching Staff Expectations: *Serve as an appropriate role model by following policies and procedures, accepting and completing assigned responsibilities, and encouraging participation in Housing and Residence Life activities *Practice ethical stewardship of university resources, including managing each area’s designated budget and any associated administrative tasks *Provide assistance during campus-wide and weather or emergency related situations *Demonstrate a commitment to diversity by promoting and attending campus & community multicultural events, facilitating professional development with student staff, presenting on diversity, or implementing strategies. *Demonstrate a consistent willingness to work with individuals from a diverse variety of backgrounds and social identities. *Create and maintain positive professional relationships within the department and across the university *Perform all expected duties of the position and additional duties as assigned or related to community development by the RLC, AD and/or other departmental staff - (Essential)

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

• This position requires a criminal background screening.
• This position requires fingerprinting.

ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS

Number of Vacancies: 4
Work Hours: Office Hours between 9:00 am - 5:00 pm with some evening and weekend work
Contract Period: Fall 2027/Spring 2028 - mid-July 2027 to mid-May 2028
FTE:0.50
Closing Date:02/15/2027