Graduate Assistant - Student Engagement and Leadership

Graduate Assistant - Student Engagement and Leadership
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The SEAL Graduate Assistant serves the Office of Student Engagement and
Leadership in a number of ways. The position will receive direct one-on-one student organization advising experience as the lead advisor to Emerson Mane Events, and supervisory experience in the development, implementation, and assessment for training and engagement of Campus Centers student staff. The position is a flexible 15 hours a week, being mindful of night and weekend commitments. This position will work hand-in-hand with the other Graduate Assistant, student workers, student volunteers and other professional office staff.

The Student Engagement and Leadership Graduate Assistant will help with specific day-to-day operations within the Campus Centers (a functional area of the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership). Duties may evolve due to needs and shifting priorities, as well as areas of interest of the Graduate Assistant.

Tasks will include, but are not limited to-

• Advising of Emerson Mane Events, the college's student activities board
  
• Creation of student employee training concerning equity and access within the Campus Centers student staff
  
• Creation and implementation of training, development, and engagement for Campus Centers student staff
  
• Day-to-day operational needs within the Campus Centers
  
• Assist with the annual Emerson Recognition & Achievement Awards
  

Other Responsibilities:
Tasks will include, but are not limited to-

• Serving as a member of Student Engagement and Leadership at campus wide programs including Orientation, Family Weekend, Recruitment events and other Student Affairs functions
  
• Help create intentional branding and marketing to promote the office and its features
  

Qualifications:
Must have a bachelor's degree. Must be enrolled in graduate level course work in the Boston area.

Preferred Qualifications:
Student Affairs experience as a student leader at an undergraduate institution. Comfortable with designing virtual and in person workshops. Comfortable with public speaking.

Grade of Position:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 15.00

Salary: $0.00



In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Graduate-Assistant---Student-Engagement-and-Leadership_JR003807

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Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. Its main campus is located in the center of the dynamic multicultural city of Boston, in close proximity to major publishing houses, arts institutions, and research centers. The college also has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. Emerson College enrolls over 4,300 graduate and undergraduate students from more than 70 countries and all 50 states.

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Emerson College believes diversity enriches the educational experience by providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals who may have different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Engagement with diversity in the curriculum, in our co-curricular offerings, and all other aspects of the College enhances the personal and intellectual growth of all members of our campus community. Emerson is committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for meaningful citizenship in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society. Emerson College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender in its educational programs or activities. Emerson has designated the Associate Vice President, Title IX, and Clery Coordinator to respond to inquiries regarding the College Sexual Misconduct Policy. The Title IX Coordinator may be reached at 8 Park Plaza, Transportation Bldg, Room 230 Boston, MA 02116; Telephone: 617-824-8999; email: titleix@emerson.edu

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