Graduate Assistant-Student Activities Council

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSUs core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education thats accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Job Summary

This position represents Columbus State University to the student body in regards to Student Activities Council (SAC). Graduate Assistants will be responsible for aiding the advisor with planning and implementing all aspects of programming.

Objectives

• Plan, develop, and execute events to meet the current needs and interests of students.
• Provide opportunities for learning and engagement in the event programming process.
• Provide information, resources, leadership to students.
• Assist students in establishing healthy connections between administrators, community members, and event programming companies.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Student Activities Council.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and implementing the SAC executive board recruitment and training process.
• Oversee weekly individual meetings with Executive Board in conjunction with Advisor.
• Assist and manage campus logistics, vender and attraction research, contractual agreements under the supervision of the Advisor.
• Attend weekly SAC Executive Board Meetings and organization meetings.
• Promote development by implementing creative social, educational, and cultural student programs and activities.
• Assist with coordination, preparation and distribution of advertising and promotional materials.
• Maintain websites, social media platforms and CSUinvolve portal.
• Serve as a resource and advisor for students and volunteers.
• Implement assessment and evaluation processes for events; maintain all calendars and records for event and budget purposes.
• Remain current on University programs and policies as it relates to student organizations & programming.
• Participate and contribute to other office and campus initiatives including ROAR Orientation, Cougar Kickoff, Homecoming, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports to the Student Connection and Engagement Coordinator.
• The position receives oral and written advice and/or instructions from the advisor.
• The position has indirect supervision received from Student Life and Development Staff.

Required Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Enrolled as a full-time graduate student at Columbus State University.
• Well organized and able to multi-task as needed.
• Bachelors Degree.
• Valid drivers license.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related programs.
• Possess organizational skills, abilities to multi-task and follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Model appropriate behavior for student leaders and the campus community.

Preferred Requirements:

• Seeking a Masters or PhD in Higher Education or a related field.
• Experience in planning events, leadership training and advising undergraduate students.

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience. This position requires 19 contact hours per week with some evenings and weekends required. The position is a ten-month academic year appointment, with summer appointment contingent upon funding.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 References

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Leah Harrison, Student Connection and Engagement Coordinator Student Life and Development, Davidson Student Center Harrison_leah1@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;

• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.

• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

• Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Special Applicant Instructions

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