International Student Services Graduate Assistant

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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 and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Job Summary

The Center for Global Engagement at Columbus State University has an opening for an International Student Services Graduate Assistant. The individual in this position will work primarily with International Students but will also assist with front office activities and Study Abroad functions.

Responsibilities

Providing support to students who are receiving the International Student Service Scholarship, assisting with International Student Orientation, International Student events, coordinating and leading Global Dialogue sessions, planning and implementing various other programming along with providing front office administrative support. The International Student Services Graduate Assistant will also help with study abroad activities as well as other duties as assigned. The International Student Services Graduate Assistant will work with a variety of people and departments across the CSU campus.

Required Qualifications

• Full time graduate student at Columbus State University (9 hours)
• Meet all Graduate Assistant position requirements
• Have cross-cultural communication skills and an interest in working with domestic and international students
• Have leadership experience and/or the desire to develop this skill
• Be responsible, reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to new initiatives and priorities
• Possess public speaking skills
• Exude enthusiasm for cross cultural learning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and Outlook
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Hold a valid Georgia drivers license
• Must attend training to drive CSU vehicles
• Be willing and able to drive a 10 passenger van

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Canva and Microsoft Publisher
• Candidate should have some knowledge/experience of other cultures either from personal experience, social interaction or from study abroad experiences

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and education. A time commitment of 19 hours/week to the Center for Global Engagement, with set office hours every week. (The scheduling of hours is flexible based on class and work schedules.) Additional hours will be scheduled depending on weekly staffing needs (e.g., for information meetings, orientation sessions, other presentations).

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@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.

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

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

*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.