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Graduate Assistant for Clubs & Organizations


Holy Names University is a small, private liberal arts institution founded on the Catholic tradition, and ranked among the most diverse universities in the U.S. HNU is nestled in the hills of Oakland, CA and is easily accessible by bus and BART.

The Department of Student Development & Engagement is committed to: meeting students 'where they are,' and partnering with them for future growth; modeling empathy and service to foster student development and community interaction; creating a welcoming environment where students are valued and supported to foster generosity and gratitude; and challenging ourselves and others to grow, understand, and appreciate diversity with open minds and intentionality.
New Student Programs, Involvement & Leadership believes in building a community that strives to help Hawks soar together through the values of the SNJM sisters and the residential curriculum. The Graduate Assistant Clubs & Organizations position is a 24-hour per week, live-on commitment within the campus community. Primary responsibilities include advising clubs and organizations, planning and implementing student activities, and assisting with campus-wide events.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

ADVISING
Provide support and training to student clubs and leaders by helping members understand their roles, how to access campus resources, and how to plan and implement programs and events
Work in collaboration with club advisors to ensure clubs adhere to University guidelines
Assist with leadership development and activities; including leadership workshops, presentations, and trainings, one-one meetings, student group forums, informal and formal events & discussions, student club training & development
Oversee club chartering process including setting and guiding processes, offering support and guidance in understanding chartering requirements, and assist in recruitment as needed
Serve as a consultant, mentor, and/or role model to students, staff and colleagues
Understand how to determine student needs and interests through formal and informal assessment measures. Work with staff to develop and implement a plan to address needs and interests, most specifically as it pertains to training and programming.
Model and teach student employees in leadership development

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Develop and implement club & campus resources fair events (3-4 total)
Encourage student involvement and participation in programming and student clubs and organizations
Develop and coordinate student activities, including off-campus trips
Take a role in developing and implementing Hawk Days and New Student Orientation
Take a role in developing and implementing social events and activities during New Student Orientation and assist with Welcome Week events
Awareness and recognition of current, changing, and diverse identities, demographics, and needs of college students at HNU
Commitment to equity, accessible practices, inclusion, and social justice
Collaborate with Campus Partners (i.e. Counseling and Psychological Services, Housing and Residence Life, Center for Social Justice & Civic Engagement, Career Services, Student Success Center, Campus Safety, Athletics, etc.) on programming relevant to HNU students
Communicate events and activities to the University community using the Campus Events Calendar, email, flyers, etc.
Articulate to various constituents the benefits of curricular and co-curricular programs, activities, and communities. Implement and provide resources for programs that support community and student development
Assist with other campus-wide programming initiatives as needed

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
Attend all Department, Student Affairs, and University wide trainings and staff meetings
Attend weekly supervision meetings with the Director of New Student Programs, Involvement & Leadership
Attend all Department, Student Affairs, and University wide trainings and staff meetings
Participate in professional development opportunities and professional conferences
Understand and interpret student concerns, needs, and goals to effectively assist or refer to campus resources
Serve in administrative on-call rotation with Residence Life staff, providing after-hours emergency response to the residential community
Collaboration with other departments as appropriate
Effectively utilize online applications and computer programs to perform job functions and maintain communication with students and staff (ex: Blackboard, Advocate, Residence, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Qualtrics, etc).

DEPARTMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for assisting in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating of Student Leaders with advisement from and in collaboration with the SD&E Pro-Staff
Participate in collaborative projects or events within Student Development & Engagement
Assist and/or attend campus wide events such as Convocation & Commencement

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required
Prior experience in event planning, advising, and/or residence life preferred
Must be an enrolled and registered Graduate Student in order to apply for this position
Organization, time management, basic computer skills
Start date: July 1st, 2022

HOURS
24 hours/week, M-F. Some evenings and weekends required.

COMPENSATION
Furnished room on campus with internet and cable provided.
Participation in admin rotation includes board (14 meals a week)
Graduate tuition covered per academic year (must apply and be admitted to HNU graduate program)
Professional organization membership provided


TO APPLY:
Recruitment (adp.com)
The review of applications will begin immediately. For consideration, applicants should submit a Holy Names University staff or faculty employment application, cover letter and resume to [email protected].

About Holy Names University
Holy Names University (HNU) has been empowering and preparing a diverse student body for productive lives of leadership and service since 1868. Rooted in Catholic intellectual and spiritual traditions, the University was founded by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. HNU offers a liberal arts and professional education. Student-centered, with small class sizes and courses in varied formats and schedules, HNU meets the needs of all learners, including first-generation students and working adults. Nestled in the Oakland hills of California, the University's idyllic, 60-acre campus offers panoramic views of San Francisco Bay. For more information, visit hnu.edu.
Holy Names University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from the community, alumni, and the general public. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.








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