Administrative Graduate Assistant for School of Education

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Graduate Assistant (AGA) program offers graduate students the opportunity to gain valuable experience while supporting various departments. This role involves assisting with administrative tasks, data collection and analysis, research, policy review, and collaboration with university staff and faculty. The AGA will handle sensitive information with discretion and adhere to university policies and ethical standards, representing the university in an exemplary manner and working effectively as a team member.

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.
• 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.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English.
• Possess public communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer and scheduling skills.
• Ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve problems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn new software.
• Excellent computer and document formatting skills.
• Ability to travel to local and campus locations.
• Regularly required to hear and speak.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the assigned Director.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and The Graduate School.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions as directed.
• Uphold and follow The Graduate School Honor Code and Graduate Assistantship Handbook.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and other various responsibilities.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data related to academic programs, institutional reports, and other relevant metrics using spreadsheet software or databases.
• Conduct research related to best practices in higher education, program assessment, accreditation, and other relevant topics.
• Help review and update policies and procedures related to academic programs.
• Assist with data collection and preparation of materials for institutional reporting, accreditation processes, and program reviews.
• Support the management of 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.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion, adhering to ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality.
• Strictly adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

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