Graduate Assistantship Opportunities - Spring 2027

Warner Pacific University•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Warner Pacific University offers competitive graduate assistantships that provide practical experience and financial support through placements in university administrative and program offices. Assistants apply classroom learning while supporting campus research, teaching, and administrative goals. The assistantships are overseen by department heads, are typically 20 hours per week, and are in person. Schedules are determined with the supervisor to accommodate the student’s schedule and university needs. Applicants must be in good academic standing and enrolled full-time in their graduate programs, taking at least 6 credits per semester. The assistantship offers an annual 18-credit reimbursement. Spring 2027 placements are available in University Advancement, Athletics, Academic Affairs Accreditation, and the School of Nursing. Duties depend on the placement. University Advancement focuses on event and facility-rental coordination; Athletics on facility upkeep and event support; Academic Affairs Accreditation on data, assessment, program reviews, and accreditation preparation; and the School of Nursing on administrative and program coordination for academic, clinical, and student-support operations. The position is in a typical office environment, with professional or business-casual attire required. Remote work is not available. Offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing required paperwork.

Requirements

Be in good academic standing.
Be enrolled full-time in a graduate program, taking at least 6 credits per semester.
Pass a background check and complete all required paperwork as a condition of a job offer.

Responsibilities

Assist with administrative operations, events, data entry, and department functions as needed.
For University Advancement: coordinate campus events, departmental meetings, and facility rentals; serve as the primary contact for external clients and vendors; manage room scheduling through the university master calendar; oversee rental logistics and contracts; handle invoicing and event-related financial documentation; provide on-site event support, including walkthroughs and event coordination; and conduct post-event evaluations.
For Athletics: maintain the cleanliness and organization of athletic facilities, including the gymnasium, fitness center, weight room, and storage areas; prepare spaces for practices, competitions, and campus events; help maintain equipment and facilities to operational standards; and support game-day setup, breakdown, and logistics.
For Academic Affairs Accreditation: organize data, support assessment and program reviews, prepare materials for the April 2027 accreditation site visit, and assist with projects related to institutional effectiveness and accreditation.
For the School of Nursing: support admissions and onboarding, scheduling, communications, clinical placement logistics, compliance tracking, records and reporting, events such as Pinning, and coordination of supplies and resources; work with faculty and staff on special projects and other operational needs.