Graduate Assistant, Sister to Sister Program
Job Description
Position Number:
1P0006Title:
Graduate AssistantFunctional Title:
Graduate Assistant, Sister to Sister ProgramCategory Status:
04-Graduate AssistantApplicant Search Category:
Graduate AssistantUniversity Authorized FTE:
.25Unit:
PRES-ODI-Office of Multi-Ethnic Student EducationCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE) offers a variety of services and programs to enhance the academic experience of diverse student populations at the University of Maryland. The mission of OMSE is to serve undergraduate multi-ethnic students to increase rates of matriculation, retention, graduation, and overall GPA. As an academic unit under the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), OMSE recognizes the value of the multiple histories, beliefs and ethnic backgrounds of our students and works with faculty and staff to support ethnic diversity and inclusion at the university.
Sister to Sister (S2S) is a first year retention program created to establish an academic excellence and leadership forum for multi-ethnic females. Members of S2S serve as mentors and academic tutors to first year females. Sister to Sister also provides students with leadership opportunities, as well as personal, academic, and professional development opportunities.
The goals of the Sister to Sister program are:
- 100% retention of first year multi-ethnic females.
- Active engagement and completion of program components
- To build a social network to support the retention of multi-ethnic females.
- To connect undergraduate multi-ethnic females with upper-class students and professional mentors.
- To increase awareness and engagement of participants with the University Partners Program.
The graduate assistant (GA) for the Sister to Sister Program will lead recruitment, facilitation and management of a a first year retention program for the Office of Multli-Ethnic Student Education. As a first year retention program focused on multi-ethnic female-identifying students, the GA will serve as a primary point of contact, mentor, and leader to the executive board and members of the program. The graduate assistant will assist with meeting the goals and objectives of the Sister to Sister program. This position will report to the director and assistant program director to support the program as follows:
- Facilitating Sister to Sister program curriculum as advised by OMSE staff and supervisor;
- Attending and facilitating all key Sister to Sister meetings and events (e.g. General Body Meetings, Executive Board Meetings, and cross program events);
- Overseeing and mentoring student Executive Board (eboard), facilitating eboard progress reviews;
- Updating and managing program database to track student progress and program requirement completion;
- Submitting regular program reports and bi-annual assessment data;
- Facilitating Sister to Sister summer recruitment outreach, meetings, and planning;
- In collaboration with others, monitoring program budget and Sister to Sister inventory (e.g., program marketing incentives);
- Submitting all required internal forms and requests in a timely manner;
- Attending mandatory and non-mandatory meetings, trainings, and events as requested;
- Providing coverage at and support with OMSE Signature events, including but not limited to, Meet and Greet, Giving Day, Academy of Excellence Awards (AAEA), Maryland Day, Homecoming;
- Working all scheduled in-person office hours at Hornbake office; and
- Other related duties as assigned.
There are two half-time graduate assistant positions available. This graduate assistantship will require weekly evening coverage and occasional weekend work.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Must be a registered full-time graduate student in good standing enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland, College Park and must be making satisfactory progress toward the degree.
Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in leadership and program facilitation, mentoring experience is a plus.
- Experience collecting and/or reporting statistics and tracking program data for weekly reports, and internal database tracking.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of MS Office (e.g., Powerpoint, Word, Excel), Zoom, ELMS, Google Suite (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
- Knowledge of using Canva, Photoshop, or similar publishing/design software for creating and marketing materials.
- Excellent communication skills including writing, editing, speaking/facilitating and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong detail-oriented and strong time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and technical skills.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Continuity for 2+ years in the position is desirable.
- Candidate must be able to work in-person at the OMSE Offices on campus Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.
- Demonstrated experience supporting marginalized and historically underrepresented student populations and community members.
- Passion for supporting programs and resources for multi-ethnic students in higher education, demonstrated history working with students from diverse backgrounds and with varied skill levels.
Additional Information:
- There are two half-time graduate assistant positions available.
- This is a 10-hour per week, 12-month graduate assistantship. Some weekend and evening hours (4:30pm-9:00pm) may be required to support meetings/events.
- A completed application includes a cover letter with relevant experience, a resume, and a list of 3 references.
Posting Date:
06/28/2024Open Until Filled
NoBest Consideration Date
07/19/2024Physical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment. Regularly required to communicate and exchange information and to use technology/devices. Must have the ability to lift and deliver small carry parcels, packages and other items. With notice, must have the ability to attend events after normal business hours. Must have the ability to travel to meetings, events, etc. both on and off campus.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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