Graduate Student Assistant

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of First Generation and Promising Futures Programs (FGPFP) Graduate Assistant (GA) is responsible for general administrative, office, and programming support for the FGPFP Office. This role involves assisting in the development and oversight of programs, events, and special initiatives, as well as supporting campus-wide efforts to achieve institutional goals. The GA will also play a key role in outreach to K-12 students, serve as an office liaison, and contribute to research and marketing efforts for the office.

Requirements

Must be admitted and currently enrolled in a graduate program at Chapman University.
Experience working with student support initiatives in an academic, professional, or student organization setting.
Ability to work independently and exercise initiative.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance in developing and overseeing programs, events, and special initiatives for the FGPGP Office.
Attend and participate in university-wide events, trainings, and workshops.
Support colleagues across campus (e.g., Student Affairs, Academic Affairs) to encourage the implementation or fulfillment of institutional goals and strategic priorities.
Lead small group meetings or focus groups as needed.
Facilitate presentations requiring public speaking as needed.
Assist with the Office of First Gen & Promising Futures Programs, Early Outreach Initiatives by leading campus tours, participating in student panels, and inspiring K-12 students to pursue higher education.
Serve as the office liaison at university events both on and off campus.
Participate in recruitment and yielding events in collaboration with the Office of Admission.
Review and provide reports on the latest research surrounding first-generation students in higher education.
Develop and disseminate marketing materials for the Office of FGPGP.
Provide assistance with updating the Office of FGPFP social media pages to include Panther Connect and Instagram.
Provide assistance with developing and establishing a peer-to-peer mentorship program for first-generation students.
Additional evening and weekend work as needed.
Provide overall support for the office with high-level projects.
Complete other duties as assigned.
May include supervision of student workers.