Student Employment: Graduate Student Affairs - Staff Assistant - AY 26/27

Quinnipiac University • North Haven, CT

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About The Position

The Office of Graduate Student Affairs is seeking motivated students who qualify for Federal Work-Study to fill multiple Staff Assistant positions for the Academic Year 2026-2027. These roles offer unique focus areas within Graduate Student Affairs, including Communications (PR, Social Media), Equipment Scheduling, Operations/Building Operations, and Program Planning and Advisement. While each position has a specific focus, all Staff Assistants will share common responsibilities in supporting graduate student programs and operations.

Requirements

• Enrolled as a Quinnipiac student.
• Possess a student-centered attitude and mindset.
• Programming experience.
• Administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions on a case-by-case basis.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement at least two programs a month for graduate students.
• Advise and ensure coverage during activities, programs and events sponsored through Graduate Student Affairs and other departments.
• Provide support and guidance to graduate student leaders in planning programs, community service projects, and off-campus trips.
• Provide emergency intervention, crowd management, and appropriate use of facilities during events.
• Interface with food service, public safety, facilities, residential life, purchasing, and other university departments to ensure appropriate communication to meet programmatic goals.
• Plan, create, promote, implement, evaluate and advise programs that are social, educational, professional, and continue personal growth in students.
• Be knowledgeable of campus resources and refer students as appropriate.
• Advise graduate student groups by participating in meetings and being a resource to them when necessary.
• Assume role and responsibilities as a para-professional staff member of the Office of Graduate Student Affairs for the Dean.
• Assist with graduate events, on and/or off-site, scheduling/reserving space and/or equipment.
• Serve on departmental committees as assigned.
• Uphold University policies and procedures as outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed