Graduate Assistant

Graduate Assistant for the Department of Education Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA 24501 Overview Salary Range $17.00 Hourly Position Type Graduate Job Shift Temporary Education Level 4 Year Degree Description Position Type: Graduate Assistant Reports to: Academic Coordinator and Dean, School of Professional and Applied Sciences JOB PURPOSE: The GA's primary purpose is to support the Academic Coordinator, the Dean, and the faculty. The position requires 20 hours per week of work on campus during the Fall and Spring semesters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES include but are not limited to: Maintain a welcoming attitude to all students, faculty and staff and positively represent SPAS, and the Department of Education programs both on and off campus. Serve as office assistant for the Department of Education, creating work orders, making copies, answering phones, inventorying supplies, assisting the Academic Coordinator, etc Develop marketing, promotion, and advertising of programs and events via email, posters, and social media. Assist in keeping brochures, website and marketing materials updated. Locating and analyzing research articles pertaining to faculty areas of research. Data entry, statistical analysis, or development of graphics Management of Digital Monitors Complete other duties as assigned. EQUIPMENT USED: Computer Copier, printer, scanner Telephone ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be a current full-time graduate student at the University of Lynchburg. Preference will be given to students currently enrolled in one of the Masters of Education programs. Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA. Must be in good disciplinary standing with the University. ORAL AND WRITTEN REQUIREMENTS: Excellent oral and written skills for effective communication with individuals and large groups. Excellent reading comprehension and writing abilities. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Demonstrate administrative skills and experience. Computer knowledge of word processing applications. Effective oral and written communication skills. Good organizational skills. Excellent typing skills. Must be courteous and people-oriented. MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree is required. The University of Lynchburg is dedicated to inclusive excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our common life, affirming our different histories, realities, and identities. All belong here. As a testament to our strong commitment to accessibility, diversity, and inclusion, we will attract, celebrate, and retain a community of diverse students, staff, and faculty; foster belonging; and create a campus environment that embraces civil discourse and accountability for our words and actions. The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.