Graduate Assistant Gwartney Institute (28751)

Graduate Assistant Gwartney InstituteOttawa University - Ottawa, Kansas - Ottawa, KS 66067OverviewPosition Type Graduate Assistant - Part Time 29 Hours Travel Percentage Yes - Driving MVR Required Category Academic ETLDescriptionOttawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.Job SummaryThe primary responsibilities for this position will be assisting the director/faculty with outreach, research and teaching. The director/faculty will be doing speaking engagements at high schools and other venues that will serve two primary functions: first to recruit students through exposure to the Institute and more generally OU, and secondly to promote economic education in the high school curriculum through meetings with high school teachers and administrators. The GA will help the directors build a national profile through social and other media as the Institute becomes an expert that national news outlets will turn to for input regarding how economic freedom and/or social justice impact human flourishing. The GA will assist the directors work with OU Advancement on future funding of Institute initiatives.Essential Functions and Required Duties of the JobRecruit students through exposure to the InstitutePromote economic education in the high school curriculumAssist the directors work with OU Advancement on future funding of Institute initiativesWork assignment for Graduate Assistants will be approximately 29 hours a week, but will fluctuate with the demands of the Institute and time of year.Other duties as assignedPreferred ExperiencePrior experience working in an office setting preferred.Standard University ExpectationsModel and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University's Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.QualificationsGraduate Assistant General Information: A limited number of graduate assistants are available through various departments and campus locations.The selected candidates will be granted tuition waiver (18 credit hours per year) for one of Ottawa University's graduate programs, a partial meal allowance and a bi-weekly living stipend paid over 12 months. Renewals for a second year are based on the evidence of academic performance and quality execution of assigned duties.International candidates are only eligible to pursue the on-campus MBA degree of the programs that are offered. International students must also be able to secure an F1 student visa and meet the international admissions criteria for acceptance into the Ottawa University MBA program.Appointments are generally made to those students who have shown superior aptitude in their field of study as an undergraduate and who appear likely to render a high quality of service to the University through their appointment and service activities.All Graduate Assistants must be eligible to work in the United States and present the proper documentation to the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their graduate assistantship.Academic RequirementsAn individual must first be accepted and enrolled in an Ottawa University graduate program to be eligible for appointment as a Graduate Assistant. Admission requirements are as follows:1) Completed online admissions application at: REQUIRED application fee3) Submission of official undergraduate transcripts (3.0 GPA – minimum requirement) earned bachelor's degree.4) Submission of a personal statement regarding career goals and three professional references.5) Other items as identified by the specific academic programApplication RequirementsApplicants must submit the following materials to be considered for employment.A completed employment application is required.Candidates should attach cover letter and resume.