Graduate Assistant- New Student Programs

Job Summary

Duties/Responsibilities

• This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibility requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
• Assists with the coordination of programming and materials for New Student Orientation, Transfer Student Orientation, and Fusion First Day events for incoming freshmen and transfer students. Will also assist, as needed, with events pertaining to International Student Orientation such as airport pickups and event setups in both the fall and spring semesters. Assist with the planning and implementation of Family Day in conjunction with the Dean of Students Office and Office of Student Involvement.
• Will assist in the hiring process of the new Orientation Staff by approving applications and participating in the interview process. Will create, organize and lead the training program for the Orientation Leaders selected (approximately 70 per year.) Meet with the Director and Orientation Coordinators throughout the spring semester to plan and improve upcoming events.
• Plan and help implement and lead summer Ignite sessions for incoming freshmen. Works with the Director to plan details of the events, organize student registrations, purchase supplies and help oversee students during this event.
• Attends Admission Office prospective student event days to present information about First-Year Experience programs and opportunities as needed.
• Perform general office duties such as answering phones and assisting students as needed. Other duties as assigned.