Graduate Assistant - Spiritual Life and Service

Description: At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

The Graduate Assistant for Spiritual Life and Service will primarily be focused on aiding in the management of all student service related activities within the department. This work would include the oversight and management of our Orange Thread food pantry and career clothing closet as well as our Pioneers Serve programming. The position will assist and report to the Director of Spiritual Life and Service in the Department of Student Life. This is a two-year position with the expectation of successful graduation from Carroll University with a Master's Degree.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Spiritual Life and Service in developing, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive service program which delivers quality and diverse programming opportunities.
• Assist in providing leadership for and budget management of the Orange Thread food pantry and career clothing closet.
• Assist in providing leadership for and budget management of service programming.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of service events such as Service Saturdays, First-Year Day of Service, and Alternative Spring Break Programming.
• Create marketing materials and promote student service activities and events to encourage maximum attendance by all students.
• Aid in leading, motivating, supervising and evaluating the student staff in service.
• Assess service program needs and develop new programming initiatives.
• Act as a student advocate, providing guidance and appropriate referrals to students seeking assistance.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Previous experience in community service or student activities is preferred
• Previous experience working in higher education is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required; experience with databases is a plus
• Maintain full time status in an eligible Carroll University graduate program is required (tuition is fully waived for the following graduate programs: Athletic Training, MBA, Exercise Science, Master of Education and Master of Arts in Teaching).

Human Relations Skills:

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented; strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently as well as on a team; flexibility
• Customer service experience is strongly preferred
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Term of Employment:

• This position is limited to a two-year employment term.

Special Requirements:

• Must have valid motor vehicle license and be insurable under the University's insurance plan.

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at the Department of Public Safety, at 239 East Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to Public Safety and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Please attach a cover letter and resume with this electronic application.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.