Graduate Assistant (administrative)

Penn State

University Park, Pennsylvania, US
Grade 18 for doctoral c + idates; grade 16 for mas...
Hybrid (current students and staff are encouraged to apply internally through workday; external applicants must apply through a separate process)
Prior experience supporting educational programming
Experience working with graduate students in advising capacity
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Penn State is seeking a Graduate Programming Assistant for the Office of Graduate Educational Engagement Programs, aimed at enhancing the graduate student experience through co-curricular initiatives. The position is part-time and involves event planning, collaboration with faculty, and administrative tasks to support graduate programming

Job Summary

  • The position supports the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School's mission to enhance the graduate student experience through co-curricular initiatives.
  • The assistant will report directly to the Associate Dean for Graduate Education and collaborate with senior staff to plan and execute professional development workshops.
  • Responsibilities include managing logistical tasks, creating Canvas course sites, and tracking academic outcomes for graduate student participants.

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Penn State is seeking a Graduate Programming Assistant for the Office of Graduate Educational Engagement Programs, aimed at enhancing the graduate student experience through co-curricular initiatives. The position is part-time and involves event planning, collaboration with faculty, and administrative tasks to support graduate programming.

Salary

Grade 18 for doctoral candidates; Grade 16 for master's candidates; Half-time assistantship

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prior experience supporting educational programming
  • Experience working with graduate students in advising capacity
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience with Canvas learning management system
  • Experience with survey design and program assessment
  • Interest in graduate student affairs and engagement

Key Requirements

  • Must be a current Penn State University Park graduate student
  • Not previously employed at the university if applying as a student
  • Successful completion of background checks required

Work Rights

Must be a current Penn State student or employee

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