Graduate Assistant - Resource Centers (Student)

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59606

Location

Columbia

Full/Part Time

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Student Engagement & Leadership at the University of Missouri offers involvement opportunities, leadership training, community building, and volunteer experiences to undergraduate and graduate students, with a focus on building transferable skills for future employment. The Resource Centers operate under the Department of Student Engagement & Leadership and include the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center (GOBCC), LGBTQ Resource Center, Multicultural Center, and Womens Center.

Job Description

Summary

The Resource Centers operate community-centered spaces designed to foster a sense of belonging among students. These centers support students through education, programming, and outreach initiatives. The Resource Center Graduate Assistant is a graduate-level position that supports the Assistant Director for Resource Centers and Student Engagement & Leadership staff by contributing to center operations, programming, and outreach efforts.

Essential Functions

• Programming & Student Engagement

• Collaborate weekly with the Assistant Director for Resource Centers and Student Engagement & Leadership staff to develop, implement, and assess programming, outreach initiatives, and community-building services for each Resource Center.

• Plan and execute both small- and large-scale events, ensuring compliance with all University policies and procedures.

• Advise and support undergraduate student leaders in event planning, coordination, logistics, and post-event assessment.

• Serve as an ambassador for Student Engagement & Leadership by promoting the department and fostering a sense of belonging across campus.

• Operations & Administrative Support

• Assist with the daily operational management of the Resource Centers.

• Support the Assistant Director for Resource Centers with administrative tasks, including:

• Purchasing supplies

• Student employee scheduling and staffing

• Record keeping and assessment

• General office management

• Manage the space reservation process by:

• Monitoring MU Engage for requests

• Confirming necessary permits

• Maintaining accurate records

• Responding promptly to communications from stakeholders

• Student Staff Development

• Recruit, train, and coach student employees to maintain high standards of customer service for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

• Provide ongoing guidance and feedback to foster student employee leadership development.

• Collaboration & Campus Engagement

• Collaborate with a wide range of University partners, including but not limited to Fraternity & Sorority Life, Leadership & Service, MizzouRec, MU Housing, Office of Assessment & Strategic Initiatives, Student Health & Well-Being, Environmental Health & Safety, Emergency Services, Reservations & Events, and Campus Facilities.

• Actively contribute to division-wide initiatives and cross-campus programming.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$23.37 per hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Shift

Average number of hours per week: 20.

Hours may be scheduled between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Fridays.

This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri. Enrollment in the summer session is not required if the student was enrolled in the Spring semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester. Selection is contingent upon results of a review with the Office of Institutional Equity, Office of Student Accountability & Support, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, previous MU appointment history, and reference checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Be a student enrolled in a graduate degree program at the University of Missouri-Columbia.
• Administrative experience and/or working in an office setting.
• Experience in event programming and/or planning and executing events.
• Customer service experience and working with a wide range of individuals.
• Experience working with people at various levels within an organization, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Desire to learn and assist others in accessing resources to promote student success and campus engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving skills.

Application Materials

Complete application, and upload the following: résumé, class schedule, cover letter, and 3 or more references which must include at least 1 MU supervisor (if applicable). Please provide your MU e-mail address in the contact information section of the application.

Other Information

Learning Outcomes

Expected career readiness competencies gained and/or enhanced from this position include:

• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret and use knowledge, facts and data in this process and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
• Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers by valuing the uniqueness of every individual. The individual is able to work within a team structure and can negotiate and manage conflict productively.
• Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.
• Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage their emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize and delegate work.
• Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits (e.g., punctuality, working productively with others and time-workload management), and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind and is able to learn from their mistakes.
• Career Management: Identify and articulate ones skills, strengths, knowledge and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.

Benefit Eligibility

This is a student position and is not eligible for University benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.