Graduate Assistant - SAEO - Student Engagement & Outreach at University of Arkansas System

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

19260.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Student-Centered, Administrative Skills, Task-Oriented, Relationship-Oriented, Email Management, Problem Solving, Group Facilitation, Customer Service, Event Planning, Student Organization Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Technology Use, Data Analysis

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.” University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.” All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: 03/14/2026 Type of Position: Graduate Assistant Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department: New Students Transition Initiatives Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Student Engagement and Outreach (SEAO) Graduate Assistant supports professional staff members in planning, implementing and assessing ongoing and future student engagement initiatives. The Graduate Assistant works closely with the student engagement staff to advise the Cardinal Nights student group, manage the HogSync platform, and assist in transfer student support initiatives. The SEAO Graduate Assistant is expected to be student-centered, administratively sound, task-oriented, relationship-oriented, be proficient with email management, have the ability to problem solve, and must work well autonomously and with a team. Small and large group facilitation skills, strong customer service skills and the ability to work successfully with a variety of constituents are also highly desired. This position will develop UA Career-Ready skills such as Teamwork, Communication, and Critical Thinking. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university Successful enrollment in a graduate-degree seeking program at the University of Arkansas Preferred Qualifications: Undergraduate experience in event planning, student staff training & development, and student organization leadership experience Preferred Graduate Academic Programs: M.Ed. in Higher Education (HIED) Ph.D. in Education (HIED) Ed.S. in Education (EDUC) Masters of Social Work (SCWK) M.S. in Counseling (CNSL) M.Ed. in Adult Education (ADED) Ed.D. in Human Resource Development (HRDE) M.H.R.D. in Human Resource Development (HRDE) Additional Information: Federal Work Study Requirement: Federal Work Study award not required Required License(s), Training, Certification(s), & Background Checks: Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry Physical Activities Associated with this Position: The following physical activities are associated with the position and will be performed with or without accommodation. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Sedentary Work | Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Visual Acuity: Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes. Compensation & Benefits: Salary Amount: $19,260.00 In-state and out-of-state tuition is waived 12 -month Graduate Assistant's summer class tuition is waived Access to a discounted Student Health Insurance plan Graduate Assistant Professional Development series and other Professional Development Opportunities Professional Development Funds (dependent on the resources available to the hiring department and based on the GA’s performance evaluation) Student Affairs Wage Scale: Graduate Assistant 12 Month- Level 5 Salary Hours and Schedule: The position is designed to be a 20 hour per week in-person commitment. Weekly hours worked between 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday May require working some nights and weekends. Employment Timeline: 12 Month (July 1-June 30) Supervision: Jonas Zabriskie, Student Engagement & Outreach This job will provide experience to develop the following UA Career-Ready Skills: Communication | Technology | Critical Thinking Ability to Use Oral Communication: Ability to effectively convey information and meaning through speech, that is, easy to understand, engaging and employs proper tone. Ability to Leverage Technology: Understand how to identify, select, and use the appropriate technology for improving workplace efficiency and productivity. Ability to Gather & Analyze Data: Ability to locate and collect information, thoughtfully and thoroughly evaluate the quality of the information and consider a multitude of options to develop credible solutions. Application Instructions and Required Document: Please contact Jonas Zabriskie at jezabris@uark.edu, with additional questions about the position Resume and cover letter required Application documents must be submitted in Workday Application deadline: March 13, 2026 Graduate students are subject to background checks Duties & Responsibilities: Student Group Advising Assist students in planning and implementing large campus programs on a monthly basis. Track a budget of approximately $200,000. Meet with Student leaders 1:1 to ensure success in their position. Platform Management Collaborating with RSO office to conduct large-scale training and events Updating and maintaining web page with resources and information about HogSync Utilizing reports to evaluate student engagement efforts Collecting feedback to enhance outreach efforts Student Engagement Initiatives Assisting SEAO departments with transfer student events, programs, and projects Work collaboratively with a variety of Student Affairs staff as needed Attend staff departmental meetings and retreats Salary Information: Required Documents to Apply: Optional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: N/A Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Walking Benefits Eligible: Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act was passed in 1990 and was amended in 1998 to form the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. This law requires that certain institutions of higher education distribute to all current students and employees a copy of the required report, and to all prospective students and employees a summary of what is contained in the yearly report. The report is available on the Internet and may be downloaded and printed with Adobe Reader 5.0 or higher software. The software is free and may be downloaded from http://get.adobe.com/reader/ For prospective students and employees and all others who would like to obtain a copy of the yearly report but cannot print it from the Internet, a paper copy may be obtained by contacting the University of Arkansas Office of Admissions, Department of Human Resources or University Police. The report in its entirety is available on the Internet at: https://uapd.uark.edu/reports-and-logs/clery/index.php

Responsibilities

The Graduate Assistant supports professional staff in planning, implementing, and assessing student engagement initiatives. They will advise student groups, manage platforms, and assist with transfer student support.