HEOP Graduate Senior Student Assistant Specialist

The New School • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The New School Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program is a New York State Education Department–funded program that offers financial, academic, and socio-emotional support for five years of undergraduate study and related educational activities. It is designed specifically for economically and educationally disadvantaged students who might not meet traditional college admissions criteria but demonstrate promise and potential for academic achievement and success. At The New School, the HEOP office is housed under Student Affairs in which they will coordinate, evaluate, and administer academic, and operational activities of the program to foster student growth and success. The HEOP Graduate Assistant will report to the Director of HEOP. This position is required to work year round and is New York State grant funded.

Requirements

• Passionate about access/opportunity programs
• Be open-minded and culturally competent
• Takes initiative, works independently and collaboratively, strong work ethic
• Meets deadlines promptly, communicates clearly, and asks for help when needed
• Uses good judgment, thinks critically and thoughtfully
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Knowledge of social media platforms such as but not limited to IG, Facebook, etc.
• Experience with researching, brainstorming, ideating, and creating programming and marketing materials
• Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 35lbs
• Positive professional with a genuine interest in working with a diverse population of students
• Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new programs
• Demonstrated ability to engage in active listening, be a team player, reinforce boundaries with students, and exude a great deal of flexibility and adaptability

Responsibilities

• Support the HEOP program with event preparation including but not limited to transporting materials, decorating & arranging spaces, and event breakdown/clean-up
• Perform administrative duties related to the functional operation of the HEOP Space
• Assist with stipend and monthly check disbursements for all HEOP students.
• Communicate important information regularly to first-year HEOP students via email
• Assist the Director with day to day operations of the HEOP program which include, but not limited to, planning and implementing workshops during the summer program and academic year, supporting with financial and program reporting, supervise HEOP student workers and summer counselors, and assist HEOP students with the development of their study and time management skills.
• Attend weekly staff meetings, one-on-one meetings with the HEOP Director, and attend any other meetings necessary for the academic and programmatic success of HEOP and HEOP students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed