Student Program Associate, Mount Vernon Campus

The George Washington University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington University’s Mount Vernon Campus is seeking a dedicated Student Program Associate to support student programs and space management within the Division of Student Affairs.

You will collaborate with campus partners to create engaging, outcomes-based programs for a diverse student population, supervise undergraduate staff, coordinate events, manage communications and space rentals, and support signature campus traditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience with client services and event planning preferred.
• Familiarity with digital platforms and design tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support student programs and space management on Mount Vernon Campus.
• Coordinate, develop, plan and execute campus programs and traditions.
• Manage communications materials, website updates, and space rentals for GW groups and external clients.
• Supervise undergraduate student staff and advise student organizations.
• Collaborate with campus partners and GW staff for on-site event support.

Skills

Client services

Event planning

Event setup/management

Digital platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

USI

EMS

Adobe

Canva

MAC graphics software

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

GW’s Division for Student Affairs ( DSA ) supports the mission of the George Washington University by enhancing the student experience through programs and services that focus on student learning and success; student and parent engagement; and wellness, education, and prevention. The Mount Vernon Campus is home to 680 undergraduate students who reside in campus residence halls. The campus includes academic programs such as the University Writing Program, recreational facilities, event venues, and living/learning communities (e.g., University Honors, Women’s Leadership, Civic House and Politics & Values.). This Student Program Associate, Mount Vernon Campus position serves within the Division of Student Affairs and is responsible for supporting student programs and space management of Student Affairs spaces on the Mount Vernon Campus.

Specific responsibilities include:

Student Programs

• Collaborates with Mount Vernon Campus partners to create intentional, engaging, outcomes-based programming for a diverse student population residing on the Mount Vernon Campus.
• Manages general operations for the MVC
• Supports the coordination, development, planning, and execution of student programs, campus signature programs and traditions for the Mount Vernon Campus (e.g. Serves as a member of the DSA Student Life unit responsible for the planning and implementation
• of university-wide programs on Foggy Bottom & Mount Vernon Campuses (e.g. Weeks of Welcome, Vern Harvest, VernLights, Tailgates, Fountain Day, Lunar New Year, and Back to Mount Vernon).
• Manages communications including campus flyers, the MVC website, and REACH screens and curates the social media presence for the Mount Vernon Campus.
• Manages the rental of select campus spaces to GW student organizations and departments as well as external clients for conferences, weddings, summer camps and special occasions.
• Works with the Student Center, Events & Venues, Facilities, Dining, GW staff, students, and/or external clients in the planning, setup, and on-site support for campus programs.
• Supports the selection, training, and evaluation of undergraduate student staff to include direct supervision of student coordinators.
• Leads, advises, and supports a diverse portfolio of approximately 3 student organizations in line with the GW’s student organization advising expectations.

Student Systems

• Responsible for inventory, maintenance, and tracking of DSA equipment and technology.
• Provides onsite technical support for event spaces on the Mount Vernon Campus.

The position is based at GW’s Mount Vernon Campus in Washington, DC but travels to the Foggy Bottom campus on occasion. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with client services, event planning, and event setup/management
• Experience with digital communication platforms and software such as USI or EMS , Adobe, Canva and MAC graphics software
• Understanding of computer networks
• Flexibility to adapt to new enterprise technologies

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

College/School/Department:

College/School/Department: Division of Student Affairs

Family

Sub-Family

Sub-Family Student Programs

Stream

Level

Level Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 9:00am-5:30pm with occasional evening/weekend event support.

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework:

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check:

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S014463

Job Open Date:

Job Open Date: 09/14/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

• * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
  • No
  • Yes
• * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder,employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
  • Yes, IEP complete
  • No, still in IEP
  • N/a - not a current GW employee
• * What is your salary range expectation?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume