What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant position at Dominican University?
POSITION: Graduate Assistant
DEPARTMENT: New Student Programs
REPORTS TO: Associate Director of New Student Programs
HOURS NEEDED PER WEEK: Up to 29 hours
PAYMENT: $1,800 monthly stipend
AVAILABLE TO: Students enrolled in a graduate-level program at an accredited institution
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT (APPROXIMATE): May 11, 2026-July 31, 2026
PRIMARY PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY:
The Graduate Assistant (GA) of New Student Programs will provide direct assistance to the Associate Director of New Student programs with the development, coordination, execution and evaluation of the Student Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR) program within the department. In addition, the GA will build relationships and collaborate with various university departments.
EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL DOMINICAN EMPLOYEES:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.
JOB COMPONENTS/PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the training and supervision of the summer orientation leaders and summer undergraduate intern
- Development of a training program and manual for the orientation leaders
- Work with first-year student and transfer student SOAR programs
- Logistics and planning of all orientation programs
- Facilitate weekly one-day in-person first-year orientation programs and virtual and in-person transfer orientation programs
- Establish and maintain connections with other departments, while collaborating on joint efforts.
- Assist in the coordination of student training, program assessment, and orientation.
- Perform other duties as requested, delegated or assigned
BASIC COMPETENCIES: (Required knowledge, skills, abilities)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Assessment and data-analysis skills
- Be able to thrive in a growing environment
- Capable of articulating vision and exhibiting effective leadership
- Demonstrate close attention to detail
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Enrolled in a graduate program at least part-time during the regular academic year
- Position is available to external candidates
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Resume and cover letter.
Salary : $1,800