Student Engagement Graduate Assistant (Messiah University campus)

Position Title:   Graduate Assistant of Student Engagement                                                                    

Department:      Office of Student Engagement

Reports To:        Director of Student Engagement

Office of Student Engagement: To foster student engagement, provide intentional leadership development experiences, and encourage thoughtful dialogue while promoting a sense of belonging for all students

Position Summary: The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) seeks one master’s level graduate student to work closely with the Director to design and implement specific strategies related to the advancement of the Office of Student Engagment.

Education Required:  Bachelor's degree required; current enrollment in one of the degrees within the graduate program in Higher Education Leadership at Messiah University.

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and positive attitude
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and program-design skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and students
• Demonstrated commitment to continued learning/professional development
• Highly professional, motivated, flexible,and creative
• Conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills
• Christian faith commitment required

Special Working Conditions: 20 hours a week, with weekend and evening work to be expected.

Primary Duties:

• Supporting the design, implementation, and execution of programmatic events for student and other programs. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting large and small-scale events hosted by the Student Activites Board; assisting with student leadership training; supporting clubs and organizations; supporting Intramural and Open Gym programming; supporting Esports events, and other areas as assigned
• Supporting the Director in advising 2-4 members of the Student Activities Board throughout their Tier 1 Leadership experience. This includes one-on-one meetings with students, reflection, and processing of various leadership roles.
• Assist in the development and execution of board and position specific training for members of the Student Activites Board
• Supporting the Director in the vetting process of artists, guest speakers, and films
• Assist with chaperoning and advising Student Activites Board & Student Government Association events; including, but not limited to dances, concerts, and retreats
• Work alongside the Director of Student Engagement to compile the annual “Club Grading Report” to be submitted to the Student Government Association to be considered as a part of club performance appraisals
• Attend regular OSEteam meetings for the purposes of intra-team bonding, personal growth, and logistical planning 
• Provide mentorship and guidance to the Office of Student Engagement Work Study student through one-on-one meetings and regular follow-up
• Developing and conducting assessment for various programs and services offered through Student Engagement
• Researching best practices for student engagement and supporting the office in implementing change when needed

Secondary Duties:

• Maintain a schedule of 20 hours per week
• Be available to attend meetings, programs, and events outside of the normal work day (evenings & weekends)
• Communicate regularly and attend meetings
• Meet regularly with supervisor
• Possess a willingness to be innovative and take initiative with assigned tasks
• Maintain office standards and protocol with respect to processes, confidentiality, and other issues as they arise
• Appreciate and internalize professional standards and ethics
• Develop credible, working relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Integrate curricular and assistantship responsibilities by discussing and applying current issues in higher education and student affairs
• Be knowledgeable about current issues in higher education, student affairs and broader culture
• Be flexible, open-minded, and maintain a positive attitude
• Set personal and professional goals with a specific action plan
• Willingness to become a Messiah University Approved Driver to support Office of Student Engagement Break Shuttles and Student Activities Board Excursions, preferred
• Other Duties as assigned