Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
GA000092

Position Title
First Generation Programs Graduate Assistant

Position ID
GA-FIRGEN-IWS

Department
Student Affairs

Division
Student Affairs and Athletics

Supervisor
Marissa Gaigalas

Supervisor Title
Associate Director for First Generation and Military-Affiliated

Description of Job Duties

1. Maintaining electronic records including files on Box, and databases of first-gen students and alumni. Student database is used to track outreach efforts, attendance at workshops, scholarship eligibility, meetings with faculty mentors, retention, etc.
2. Ongoing outreach and relationship building with all first• generatlon students related to Cardinal First.
3. Assisting with planning and implementation of Cardinal First cohort workshops as assigned including communications, RSVPs, food and paper produce ordering, logistics (including room set up requests, name tags table set up), clean up and attendance monitoring.
4. Mentoring of first-gen students in assigned cohort(s) through one-on• one meetings each semester.
5. Ambassador Selection and Development • Assisting with selection and leadership
development for Cardinal First Student Leadership Team
6. Managing Cardinal First social media channels, content and implementing strategy.
7. Assisting with all first-gen related initiatives including Cardinal First cohort workshops, First-gen Academic
Groups, First-gen Celebration Week, and special initiatives.
8. Assisting with assessment and data collection
9. Pricing, ordering and distributing Cardinal First planner/calendars, t-shirts, water
bottles, pens, etc.
10. Representing Office of First-Gen programs at Admission Visit Days, campus
presentations and committees.
11. Assisting the First-gen Staff and the other Graduate Assistant as needed.
12. Miscellaneous duties as assigned to improve the first-gen student experience and advance outcomes for first-generation students.

Do the job duties for this position have any potential exposure to student records?
Yes

Do the job duties for this position include any driving requirements?
Yes

Will this position be working with minors?
No

Job Qualifications

Strong Communication Skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of students, staff, and stakeholders both in writing and verbally.

Attention to Detail
Keen attention to detail in all tasks, ensuring accuracy in event planning, data management, and communications.

Project Management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, including scheduling, event registration, food ordering and resource coordination.

Event Planning
Experience planning and facilitating events, with a focus on student engagement and logistical coordination.

Relationship-building Skills
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with first-generation students, faculty, staff, and external partners.

Commitment to Quality
A strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes in all aspects of work, from program development to event execution.

Mission-driven
Passionate about and committed to the mission of supporting first-generation college students through education, engagement, and advocacy.

Problem-solving Abilities
Ability to anticipate challenges, offer creative solutions, and adapt quickly to evolving needs in a dynamic environment.

Time Management Skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Experience with Social Media and Digital Tools
Proficiency in using social media platforms, digital communication tools, and event management software to promote programs and engage students.

Approximate number of work hours per week
20

New or Replacement?
Replacement

If replacement, person(s) being replaced

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu

Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Date
11/07/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Graduate tuition remission is available for Fall and Spring semesters only. Twelve-month graduate degree programs do not qualify for a graduate assistant position. This is a graduate assistant position and we are actively recruiting to fill it utilizing a remote hiring process. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.