Graduate Assistant, Access Barnard

Barnard College • New York City, NY

40d • $30 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Associate Director for Advising & Programs, Access Barnard, the Graduate Assistant (GA) will assist with projects and events in support of students who identify as first-generation, lower income, and/or international. The GA will: Assist with oversight of Peer Mentoring initiatives, including recruitment, training, and supervising evening office hours Plan and execute Access Barnard programming initiatives and special events, including social gatherings such as study breaks and developmental workshops (academic, personal, career) Assist with office communications, including social media and newsletter content Research and benchmark advising, peer mentoring, and special population initiatives at peer universities; provide detailed information and suggested initiatives to supervisor Assist with evaluations and assessments of programs and initiatives Advise students in their connection and involvement with program activities Carry out special projects and assignments, as needed This position provides excellent exposure to the administration of Barnard College and is great experience for someone planning to pursue a career in higher education administration.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and some knowledge of and experience with students of diverse backgrounds.
• We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, a student-centered focus, and a willingness to learn.
• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program (MA, PhD, etc.).
• Special sensitivity to concerns of students of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to handle confidential information and data with discretion.
• Heightened sense of professionalism, personal accountability, reliability, and integrity.
• Must be available to work an average of 16-20 hours per week (evening hours required) in-person.

Nice To Haves

• education, counseling, student personnel, social work, or a related field.
• Prior experience advising or working with youth, preferably in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Assist with oversight of Peer Mentoring initiatives, including recruitment, training, and supervising evening office hours
• Plan and execute Access Barnard programming initiatives and special events, including social gatherings such as study breaks and developmental workshops (academic, personal, career)
• Assist with office communications, including social media and newsletter content
• Research and benchmark advising, peer mentoring, and special population initiatives at peer universities; provide detailed information and suggested initiatives to supervisor
• Assist with evaluations and assessments of programs and initiatives
• Advise students in their connection and involvement with program activities
• Carry out special projects and assignments, as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees