Administrative Graduate Assistant (AGA) Center for Excellence in Criminal Justice

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The AGA Center for Excellence in Criminal Justice supports the Director of the Center for Excellence in Criminal Justice by assisting with center events, administrative projects, research, data collection, reporting, and program support. This position helps coordinate and prepare materials for institutional reporting, accreditation, program reviews, faculty-related initiatives, and other center priorities while collaborating with faculty, staff, graduate assistants, and university departments. The role requires strong communication, organization, confidentiality, and professional judgment while upholding Liberty University policies and the mission of Training Champions for Christ.

Requirements

• Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program by the start date.
• Bachelor’s degree with a relevant combination of writing, communication, planning and coordinating events, and reporting experience.
• Must be enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program and have previous teaching experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to attain an understanding of all technical systems that support the role of being an AGA.
• Must live in the local area in order to report to work on campus.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer skills.
• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• May be required to travel as a chaperone for student trips.
• May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) degree from a four-year college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of a Director with the Helms School of Government (HSOG).
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the Center of Excellence in Criminal Justice.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the HSOG and The Graduate School.
• Uphold and follow The Graduate School Honor Code and Graduate Assistantship Handbook.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data related to programs offering, institutional reports, and other relevant metrics. This will involve using spreadsheet software or databases.
• Assist the Director in conducting research related to best practices in higher education, program assessment, accreditation, and other relevant topics.
• Help review and update policies and procedures related to program offerings, ensuring they are in line with the institution's guidelines and regulations.
• Assist with data collection and preparation of materials for institutional reporting, accreditation processes, and program reviews.
• Support the Director in managing faculty-related matters, such as compiling materials for reporting, meetings, committees, and program reviews.
• Collaborate with other graduate assistants, staff, faculty, departments, and colleges/schools across the university on tasks and initiatives.
• Handle sensitive Center of Excellence in Criminal Justice student and research data and information with discretion, adhering to legal and ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Benefits

• Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour.
• Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED