Title: Brotherhood and Sisterhood Scholars Program Graduate Assistantship 

Employee Classification: GS - Graduate Student - Stipend

Pay Grade: GS 0

Division: Chief Diversity Officer

Subdivision: BrotherHOOD SisterHOOD Programs

Department: Chief Diversity Officer

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary:

The Sisterhood (Helping Others Obtain Degrees) Scholars Program is a first-year student experience designed to increase retention and graduation rates for students who identify as women on campus.

Through collaborative university partnerships, the Sisterhood Scholars Program guides students in their transition to college by providing designated courses, dialogues, mentoring, and workshops. Dedicated staff lead and facilitate programming that is centered around three key developmental areas: academic, human and socio-cultural.  Sisterhood Scholar students are connected to staff, faculty, alumni and community members to provide a network of support along their collegiate journey.  

The ideal candidate should be available 20 hours/week, (between Monday-Friday 10am-7pm). This position offers opportunities related to equity and inclusion, and student development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet regularly with program participants to review academic progress and overall well being/development.
• Assess, track and document academic progress of program participants.
• Assist in facilitating cohort/ dialogue meetings and workshops focused on academic, human, and socio-cultural development. 
• Communicate and meet with various campus and community partners. 
• Assist in the recruiting process for prospective program participants. 
• Manage and update social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, etc.).
• Attend and participate in campus initiatives.
• Additional projects related to student engagement as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience working with first-year students.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other computer applications. 
• Proficient in Social Media targeting and communication. 
• Proficient in Canvas and Starfish.
• Ability to develop, promote, coordinate, and schedule regularly occurring programs.
• Experience developing marketing materials such as flyers, brochures and social media postings. 
• Capable of expanding existing experiences and learning new tools to enhance skills.
• Strong organizational skills. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Ability to be flexible and handle ambiguity. 
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well with others.

Appointment Percentage:

50%