Graduate Assistant
Wiley University•Marshall, TX
About The Position
The Graduate Assistant is a structured, part-time role within Wiley University’s Workforce Pipeline Initiative designed for graduate students to contribute meaningfully to institutional operations while completing their degree. Graduate Assistants are selected based on their ability to support functional and academic priorities, demonstrate professionalism, and operate with a higher level of accountability. In exchange, Graduate Assistants receive full tuition support and professional experience aligned with their field of study. This position is designed to develop students into skilled professionals while contributing to the effectiveness of the University.
Requirements
- Admitted and enrolled in a Wiley University graduate program
- Unconditional admission status
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per term
- Ability to work up to 20 hours per week
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated professionalism and reliability
Nice To Haves
- Prior professional, internship, or leadership experience
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Experience in administrative, academic, or project-based work
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Alignment between academic program and assigned role
Responsibilities
- Support departmental operations, academic functions, or institutional initiatives
- Assist with program coordination, project execution, and administrative processes
- Contribute to data analysis, reporting, and documentation
- Support student-facing services, academic programs, or operational workflows
- Maintain professional communication with faculty, staff, and students
- Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion
- Complete assigned projects within established timelines
- Participate in required training and development through People and Culture
- Attend regular meetings with assigned supervisor
- Contribute to at least one defined project or initiative per term
Benefits
- Full tuition waiver (applied after financial aid)
- Monthly stipend
- Professional development and institutional experience
- Training and Development Requirement
- Online professional development curriculum
- In-person workshops facilitated by People and Culture
- Ongoing supervisor-led development
