Graduate Assistant Student Engagement

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant is a proactive professional focused entirely on student-facing initiatives, including advising, outreach, event planning, and marketing. Responsibilities may include assisting with student check-in, basic data entry, resume reviews, career readiness programming, and Blackboard career modules. The Graduate Assistant will also support career fairs, workshops, tabling events, and outreach initiatives, including assisting with promotional materials and social media content. This position requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality when working with student records and sensitive information in accordance with university policies and FERPA guidelines. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program, or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours a week/PT-25% - 10 hours a week) with regular attendance
• Eligible to legally work up to 20 hours per week in the United States
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript (Proof of a minimum of 8 academic credits and a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.)

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express) and video editing is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with student check-in, customer service, and front-desk operations
• Perform basic data entry, record maintenance, and other administrative support tasks
• Conduct resume reviews and provide feedback to students using University Career Services resources and guidelines
• Assist with updating of career readiness programming, workshops, and outreach initiatives
• Support Blackboard career modules and related student engagement activities
• Assist with career fairs, workshops, tabling events, and other Career Services programs, including event setup, promotion, and student support
• Assist with the creation of promotional materials, social media content, and marketing efforts to increase awareness of Career Services programs and resources
• Maintain confidentiality when working with student records and sensitive information, and participate in professional development activities
• Assist with training or supporting Career Ambassador and Work-Study students as needed
• Create or update presentations and deliver workshops on common career topics (e.g., resumes and internships) and for targeted audiences (e.g., student-athletes and graduating seniors)
• Provide individual career advising to help students with resume writing, job and internship searches, and mock interviews
• Serve as liaison for marketing events, programs, and workshops aimed at students and alumni
• Creatively promote programs and events to maximize student participation
• Maintain office social media accounts to ensure timely dissemination of information

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level