Higher Education Graduate Assistant Position
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This appointment is for Fall semester 2008 through Spring semester 2009 depending on funding, academic progress and performance. Must register for coursework in a U of Minnesota graduate or professional degree program for duration of appointment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree and currently admitted/enrolled in the Educational Policy and Administration or Educational Psychology (Higher Education Track) Graduate Programs at the U of Minnesota.
Preferred Qualifications
- Undergraduate work experience in a college student affairs position (such as residence halls, judicial affairs office, student activities, One Stop, or recreation).
- Strong commitment to a profession in student development.
- Experience in a multicultural environment.
- Strong oral and written communication skills including listening skills.
- Familiarity with FERPA and ability to work with confidential files
Position Summary
The GA will conduct disciplinary meetings informally with undergraduate students and assist in hearing procedures as needed. The GA will have the opportunity to work with students, staff and community members and occasionally participate on campus committees addressing student development issues. The GA will assist in educating the campus community about the student conduct code, and assist in special projects throughout the academic year.