Student Assistant - Student Leadership Programs

Inside Higher Ed; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Georgia is seeking a part-time Student Assistant for Student Leadership Programs. This role involves supporting the Center for Career and Leadership Development by promoting leadership activities, assisting with office operations, and managing social media communications. Candidates must be currently enrolled students with at least a 2.5 GPA, possess strong communication skills, and have a focus on leadership and collaboration. Customer service experience is preferred, and proficiency in relevant software is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 GPA required.
• Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
• Experience in customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in promoting leadership development opportunities.
• Handle daily office operations and assist clients.
• Assist with planning leadership events and social media.

Skills

Critical thinking

Creative thinking

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Canva

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: Student Assistant - Student Leadership Programs

Location: Middle Georgia State University

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 288296

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia—and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

In this position, student assistants will work with the Center for Career and Leadership Development (CCLD) Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs to promote and aid student leadership organizations as well as encourage leadership development in students and other clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs, the CCLD Director, and other CCLD staff members in communicating and promoting leadership and development opportunities to students and clients.
• Assist with daily office operations including, but not limited to answering phones, scheduling appointments, making copies, distributing mail, assisting walk-ins, assisting with the professional closet and taking headshots, etc.
• Assist in planning and working leadership development events and conferences such as Student Expos, orientations, etc. and setting up information tables.
• Assist in development and dissemination of leadership services on social media.
• Assist with digital communication by managing social media calendar and posts to promote events, career and leadership education topics, and communicate other CCLD activities.
• Attend and participate in Knights LEAD and Emerging Leader sessions.
• Collaborate with Resident Assistants for the Living-Learning Community.
• Provide administrative support when needed including answering phone calls, taking messages, assisting walk-ins, etc.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and staff in both oral and written forms about Handshake, interviewing, professional attire, career fair prep, LinkedIn, job search, and other services.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student with a minimum of 6 credit hours
• Critical and creative thinking skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service experience
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Adobe Creative Suite, social media platforms, Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Event and/or program planning experience
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures
• Knowledge of principles of leadership
• Previous involvement in student leadership at the university level

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.