Graduate Job Opportunities

Graduate Assistant for Graduate Development

ABOUT THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDENT LIFE & THE GRADUATE STUDIES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER

The Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Graduate Studies Professional Development Center
(GPDC) work together to provide a vibrant graduate student experience through programming, access to
information, professional development needs for both graduate students and postdocs. and services available
at CWRU and creates opportunities to build community, foster conversations, and encourage collaboration
across disciplines. Both offices are housed together and often work collaboratively on programming and
services.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The graduate assistant is chiefly responsible for partnering in the development of the graduate student
community, development of programs to enhance the student experience, conducting assessments about
services/programs, and knowledge of the campus at a deeper level. Assist the OGSL Director in the support
of the Graduate Student Council (GSC). Creativity, ability to work autonomously, innovative thinking and the
ability to work with a team is required. A successful candidate will also possess strong organizational and time
management skills.

CONTRACT DATES
August 7, 2023 - May 24, 2024 (With the option to begin in July, 2023 as well as the opportunity to add an
additional year based on performance)

QUALIFICATIONS
● All applicants must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time degree-seeking graduate student.
● All applicants must have obtained a bachelor's degree prior to the Fall 2020 academic semester to
qualify for the graduate assistant positions.
● Applicants must be available to work the complete term of the contract dates. If the graduate program
conflicts with the contract dates, please notify the selection committee in writing.

RESPONSIBILITIES
● Work with the OGSL Director in developing the spring Graduate Student Appreciation Week program
which includes Cleveland business outreach and creation of departmental programming.
● Work with GPDC director to plan and coordinate the annual Three Minute Thesis competition
● Assist with program logistics including arranging space, catering, and set up/takedown for department
sponsored events
● Manage the marketing of programs and services for both offices. Including but not limited to the
creation of flyers, social media posts, as well as updating the website. (Familiarity with Canva would
be helpful)
● Use CampusGroups, the campus engagement platform, to create events, track attendance, and
engage with students for both offices.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
● $14/hour
● A flexible schedule not to exceed 20 hours per week which includes weekend and/or evening hours.
● Professional development opportunities (practicums, department events, workshops, etc.)