Graduate Assistant (0000GA11)

Graduate Assistant (0000GA11)

Location

UH Manoa, Honolulu, HI

Job Type

Part-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-01459

Department

University of Hawaii at Manoa - Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Excellence

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Position Number:

0000GA11

Description

Title: Graduate Assistant

Position Number: 0000GA11

Hiring Unit: Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Excellence

Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa Campus

Date Posted: July 16, 2026

Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until position filled; application review to begin August 6, 2026

Salary: $2,627 month / $31,524 Annual (Step 17) @ 20 hours per week

Monthly Appointment Type: 11-Month

Part Time/ Full Time: Part Time

Full Time Equivalency: 50%

Temporary/ Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions:

To begin approximately August 2026 or as soon as possible. This position is for an appointment of 11 months; renewal of appointment is dependent on satisfactory performance, program needs, availability of funds, and meeting the eligibility requirements of the assistantship (for details, go to the UHM Graduate Division website Eligibility & Criteria | Graduate Division (hawaii.edu).

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct graduate-level research and writing which may include, but not limited to, policy briefs, report writing, white papers, etc., on academic policies, procedures, and effective practices.

2. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using thematic approaches and statistical methods to create tables/figures and other data visualizations.

3. Create, update, and maintain materials for presentations, events, newsletters, and websites.

4. Manage and maintain accurate course and program records, including database management and data entry.

5. Communicate with academic departments, students, and external stakeholders.

6. Provide administrative support for academic initiatives, including academic course and program actions, commencement, new faculty orientation (Ho'olauna program), and faculty and department leadership training events.

7. Coordinate and provide logistical and technical support.

8. Update the OVPAE website.

9. Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Classified, full-time (minimum of 6 credits) graduate student in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 or above) in any field.

2. Conduct academic research and develop literature reviews.

3. Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.

4. Complete assigned tasks with a high degree of attention to detail, accuracy and quality.

5. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan and organize tasks.

6. Able to work independently, take initiative as appropriate, and reliably contribute to the team.

7. Proficiency in office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).

8. Contribute to maintaining a positive and professional work environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Experience in project coordination, management and or event planning.

2. Experience updating websites.

3. Prior experience in higher education administration or academic support roles.

To Apply:

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Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following:

(1) Cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;

(2) current CV;

(3) Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references; and

(4) copy of official transcript (copies acceptable, however official transcript will be required at the time of hire. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered. All documentation becomes the property of the school.

Inquiries: Dr. Monica Stitt-Bergh, 808-956-4568; bergh@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawaii complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Employer University of Hawaii

Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu