Graduate Assistant For The Office Of Financial Affairs (ofa)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $14,445 for 9 month 50% appointment; bonus/e...
In-person (20 hours per week)
Attend weekly board meetings
Support fiscal operations
Work collaboratively with student government
The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Office of Financial Affairs to support fiscal operations and facilitate funding for Registered Student Organizations. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, along with experience in budgeting and event management

Job Summary

  • This Graduate Assistant position supports the Office of Financial Affairs, which awards student activity fee funding to Registered Student Organizations.
  • The role includes attending weekly OFA board meetings, facilitating funding decisions, and helping with budget reviews and procurement processes.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a benefits package including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program options.

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The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Office of Financial Affairs to support fiscal operations and facilitate funding for Registered Student Organizations. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, along with experience in budgeting and event management.

Salary

Base: $14,445 for 9 month 50% appointment; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Attend weekly board meetings
  • Support fiscal operations
  • Work collaboratively with student government
  • Maintain collegial working relationships
  • Basic budgeting skills
  • Event planning and coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with meeting agenda development
  • Prior experience with student leaders
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to interpret funding rules

Key Requirements

  • Enrolled as graduate student at University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
  • Available Thursdays 5:00-6:30 p.m. during Fall and Spring semesters
  • Criminal background check
  • Sex offender registry check

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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