Graduate Assistant (Multiple Positions)

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Type of Position: Graduate Assistant Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. Department: College of Humanities Arts, Social Sciences & Education Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences seeks Graduate Assistants for a full-time (twenty hours a week) administrative/research/production position in the Masters program. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy. Qualifications: Required Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education; Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students; Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Notify the appropriate chair, graduate coordinator and/or supervisor when absent; Work with diverse populations; Be accessible to supervisor, faculty, graduate coordinator through email and scheduled appointments; Perform duties as needed as determined by chair, graduate coordinator, and/or supervisor; Meet deadlines as required by chair, graduate coordinator, and/or supervisor; Respect confidentiality of all individuals; comport with FERPA requirements where applicable; Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently without constant supervision; Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple tasks; Ability to communicate both orally and in writing; Ability to use customer service initiatives to clients and the campus community; Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment; Ability to work with diverse student populations; Ability to coordinate long-term, multi-layered projects that require collaboration with others inside and outside of your office; Proficiency with word processing, database, and presentation systems (e.g., Word, Excel, WordPress, PowerPoint, Google docs, etc.) Additional Information: Salary Information: $8000 Required Documents to Apply: None Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must be able to show that they meet the following requirements: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education; Regular admission to a graduate degree program or good standing with the Graduate School for continuing graduate students; Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance. Recruitment Contact Information: Jeremy Ecke, Associate Dean, jsecke@ualr.edu 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. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required The University of Arkansas at Little Rock 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 is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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: Hearing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Standing, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Benefits Eligible: No The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. 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