Position as a Graduate Assistant
GRADUATE ASSISTANT (GA) JOB SUMMARY:
GA's are graduate student staff members of the Department of Housing and Residence Life (HRL) who live in and provide leadership for a university community. To qualify for this position, you must be accepted as a full-time graduate student in one of the University's academic programs (Higher & Adult Education program or Counseling program preferred) and have residence hall and/or undergraduate leadership experience. We have four (4) Graduate Assistant positions available in our department:
- Student Conduct
- Leadership Development
- International Student Services*
- Residential Care Coordinator*
GA responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Live in and provide leadership for a university community
- Serve as a housing and residence life level hearing officer for lower-level conduct
- Encourage an environment that supports the respect and dignity of individuals
- Engage in quality administrative practices to support departmental functions
- Serve on an on-call duty rotation and effectively assist in the management of crises per established protocols
- Serve on departmental committees and task forces
- Work 20 hours per week, including occasional nights; Additional hours may be required during peak times (opening, closing, training)
- Be considered essential university personnel
- Other Duties as assigned
MORE INFO:
*Now Seeking:
International Student Services GA - Immediate Opening
Residential Care Coordinator GA - Anticipated Start July 2025
CONTACT US:
Phone: 901.678.2295 | Email: recruitreslife@memphis.edu
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