Graduate Assistant (GA) / Veterans and Military Resource Center

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Position Information

Requisition Number Stu778P Position Type Student Worker Department Department of Student Workers Job Title Graduate Assistant (GA) / Veterans and Military Resource Center Classification Student Worker Pay Rate $6000 per year (FT) Graduate assistants (FT) also earn tuition waiver credits of 18 credits per year.

Position Summary Information

Hours per week Full-time 20 hrs/week Days Worked Weekdays during regular university business hours, with flexibility to support the functions of VMRC Hours/Shift worked

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Veterans and Military Resource Center (VMRC) is seeking a motivated and adaptable individual to support veterans and military-connected students throughout their academic journey at Millersville University. This role involves contributing to a variety of student-focused services and center operations, including outreach, event support, and communication strategies.

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the VMRC, support digital engagement efforts, and assist with the scheduling and guidance of VA work-study students. The position provides opportunities to gain experience with student support services, veteran education benefits, and digital outreach, while promoting access to resources and programming tailored to the needs of veterans and the broader military-affiliated community.

Required Qualifications

All graduate assistants must be enrolled in a Millersville University graduate program; non-degree students and those only seeking post-baccalaureate certification are not eligible.

Full-time Graduate Assistants must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 credits in Fall semester and in Spring semester.

Ability to work on-campus with flexibility to coordinate times with the needs of Veterans Resource Center and work-study staff schedules.

Accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Exceptional customer service skills, and ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications Job Duties

• Conduct research and promote campus engagement as you support the unique needs of military-connected and veteran students.
• Gain experience with veteran education benefits, event planning, and student support services.
• Develop skills in digital communication and social media outreach for both online and on-campus students.
• Build leadership through scheduling, time management, and oversight of VA work-study students.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort Posting Open Date 07/21/2026 Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate Assistant payment and hours guidelines

• Graduate Assistants must work 300 hours (FT) or 150 hours (PT) per semester.
• Stipends are paid 8 payments throughout the semester and are paid bi-weekly according to the payroll schedule.
• Graduate Assistants (who are not on an F-1 visa) may work 10/20 extra hours per week in addition to the required hours for the position for a total of 30 hours a week.
• Graduate Assistants who are on an F-1 visa are only permitted to work a maximum of 20 hours per week during academic sessions (spring and fall semesters); there may be opportunity to work during school breaks over 20 hours a week, which would be compensated at an hourly rate.
• Graduate Assistants must meet all eligibility requirements as detailed in GA Guidelines.

Documents needed:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is optional
• Transcripts/other documents optional
• Clearances are required for this position: PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprint (Not needed to apply)

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/15292

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Other Document 1

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently enrolled in a graduate program at Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?

• YES

• NO

• • In which program are you enrolled?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you available to work on campus during regular university business hours?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?
• YES
• NO