Graduate Assistant, Student Engagement

Job Description The Graduate Assistant will work directly with the Director of Student Engagement & Community Programs to host programs, leadership development and initiatives that enhance the student experience and align with the Notre Dame of Maryland University mission. The Graduate Assistant is expected to be student-centered, administratively sound, task-oriented, have the ability to problem solve, build relationships and work autonomously as well as with a team.

Major responsibilities include creating an environment consistent with the University's Catholic identity and commitment to the education of women fostering holistic growth and development of students, promoting community development, advising selected student organizations, providing support for educational and retention-driven programs, and assisting all student organizations with various programming initiatives including evening and late-night programming.

Essential Functions

Assist with programs such as Welcome Week, Orientation, Spirit Week, Leadership Summit, Student Leader Selection, etc. Develop additional programming for non-traditional students, including graduate students and non-residential populations. Assist with tracking and assessing student and community programs. Work closely with other campus offices within Student Life and Academic Affairs to enhance student programs and initiatives. Be an active member of the Division of Student Life and university by participating in annual retreats, meetings and other events. Assist with supervision of student assistants in the office including Engagement Coordinators, Campus Activities Board, Student Government, clubs and federal work study. Advocate, understand and respond to challenges of today's student population. Serves as a resource to faculty, staff and students on matters relating to program policies, procedures and activities. Enhance professional knowledge and skills by attending training sessions, workshops/seminars and reviewing published literature. Create advertisements and manage all social media accounts for Student Engagement. Any other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required and one to two years student leadership and campus life experience at undergraduate level. Currently enrolled in a graduate studies program at Notre Dame of Maryland. Understanding of student development theory and translating theory to practice. Candidates should understand best practices in communications and promote a vibrant, inclusive campus environment in their daily actions. This position requires administrative skills, supervisory skills, counseling skills, the ability to effectively manage crisis, and the ability to work effectively with students, families, staff and faculty. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time (20 hr/week), 12-month live-on position with evening and weekend responsibilities. Additionally, the candidate will serve on the on-call duty team rotation.

Notre Dame of Maryland University does not discriminate in offering equal access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or protected veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy: Greg FitzGerald, Chief of Staff, Notre Dame of Maryland University, 4701 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210, 410-532-5109.

For all other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at 410-532-5898 or human_resources@ndm.edu. Notre Dame of Maryland University is an EEO/AA employer.

All applicants must submit:

Cover letter Resume Contact information for 3 professional references Questions can be directed to the hiring manager, Teresa Hayes, thayes@ndm.edu