Graduate Assistant for Student Health and Wellbeing

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. As one of only three selective state institutions in the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize an expansive liberal arts education focused on critical thinking. Through personalized attention and award-winning, high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, and study abroad, GCSU prepares leaders, problem solvers and life-long learners for successful careers. The university offers small class sizes and personalized attention for optimal student engagement in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through experiential learning. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia and located only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta.

Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom and supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct . For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu .

The Graduate Assistant will assist the Office of Student Health and Wellbeing and Bobcats FIRST with developing programs and services related to holistic student wellbeing. The Graduate Assistant reports to the Assistant VP for Student Health and Wellbeing and works closely with the Director of Student Care and Outreach and the Director of Institutional Effectiveness, as well as other Student Life administrators, to enhance the student experience at GCSU. The Graduate Assistant will plan, market, execute, and evaluate programs and tabling events to promote wellness resources and wellbeing practices. This position also assistant with collecting, assessing, and presenting data for a variety of audiences.
This position offers graduate students the opportunity to develop transferable workplace skills including communication, organization, time management, and professionalism.

Program Development - 30
Assist with the planning of Bobcats FIRST workshops, Wellness Day, and other programs throughout the academic year
Market and promote Campus Corner and Serenity Den through tabling, social media, and other marketing materials
Coordinate with units such as Wellness and Recreation, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Health Services to develop collaborative programs
Manage set-up and break-down of events
Clerical & Administrative - 40
Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
Help students navigate Campus Corner and Student Care & Outreach resources with sensitivity and discretion
Perform data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and document preparation tasks
Manage supply inventory for Campus Corner and Serenity Den
Assist with scheduling, room reservations, and calendar coordination
Provide general information about office services, procedures, and referrals
Technology & Systems - 25
Use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) 
Support digital record-keeping and database entry tasks
Manage systems including Trooh digital signage, GivePulse volunteer management, Ombea feedback portal, and other data systems (training will be provided)
Other - 5
Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Other Required Qualifications
Approved for regular admission to a graduate degree program at Georgia College & State University. Upload Acceptance into "Additional Documents" attachment in application.
Maintain academic good standing. If a student's grade point average falls below a 3.00 (academic warning), the student will have next semester or summer term to improve and return to good standing before termination of the assistantship. Should a student fail to return to good standing after the next semester or summer term, or should a student receive academic exclusion and be dismissed from the degree program, the assistantship will be terminated at once.
This position will work in-person 19 hours per week. 
Full assistantships (19 hours/week) cover all but $25 of tuition.
Applicable student fees are not covered by the assistantship.
Course loads for graduate assistants must be at least 6 graduate semester hours.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work a flexible schedule around class commitments, including occasional evenings and weekends
Preferred Experience
Experience planning student programs through prior campus involvement
Experience managing data using Excel and other tools

ABILITIES
Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor
KNOWLEDGE
Proficiency with basic computer applications including Microsoft Office
Proficiency with design software like Canva
SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a busy office environment

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

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