Departments within the Division of Student Life at the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, provide employment opportunities for graduate students interested in pursuing a career in a student affairs related field. These graduate positions enable students to combine the knowledge learned in the classroom with the experience of working in a professional setting. In short, students are able to put theory into practice. The personal and professional skills gained by being able to directly apply what is learned in the classroom will be beneficial throughout your professional career.
If you plan to attend the Student Personnel in Higher Education (SPHE) program as a full-time student and will not be working as a full-time professional, please indicate your interest in applying for a Graduate Assistantship/Position on your On-Campus M.Ed. SPHE program application. Selection for the SPHE academic program and the assistantship/position hiring process are separate, but collaborative and concurrent processes. On-campus SPHE students are required to have a Graduate Assistantship/Position or related employment due to the “theory-to-practice” nature of the program.
(NOTE: First preference is given to students applying to the SPHE master’s degree program.)
Our graduate positions are intentionally designed to give students hands-on opportunities to work and grow throughout their time in school.
Graduate Assistantships:
Candidates outside of the Student Personnel in Higher Education will not be reviewed until the SPHE students have been hired. If there are any vacancies, candidates will be contacted. This does not usually occur until late March or early April.
Most graduate assistantships/positions are 20-hour-per-week positions for the fall and spring semesters (9-month appointments). Some assistantships/positions are also available in the summer. Candidates must be accepted to a graduate program at the University of Florida to be eligible for graduate employment.
Remuneration for UF:
- 9-month graduate assistants receive a $19,200 annual salary and 12-month graduate assistants receive a $25,600 annual salary.
- In-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester.
- GatorGradCare health insurance.
- Eligible for personal time with pay for up to five (5) days per semester appointment.
- Other types of leave are available where applicable.
Some terminology to be aware of:
- Assistantships – typically include a stipend, tuition waiver, and healthcare.
- Positions – may not include tuition waiver or health care, but do include a competitive stipend and other benefits. Be sure to ask supervisors during your interviews.
Graduate Assistant Positions for 2025-2026
Across the University of Florida, the Division of Student Life, and Santa Fe College, we offer a variety of opportunities through our many graduate assistantships.
Assistantships are typically 9-month appointments. For 2025-2026 the 9-month appointment dates are August 14, 2025 – May 14, 2026 (tentative).
Please review all of the graduate assistantship and graduate position descriptions and submit your preferences for interviews. It is encouraged for you to consider not only positions that you are familiar with, but also ones that will expand your skills and understanding.
Filled Positions
The below positions were previously posted and have now been filled.
The Graduate Assistant for Orientation Programs works directly with the Program Coordinator for First Year Orientation and aids in the recruitment, interviewing, training, and supervision of the Preview Staff (Orientation Leader) position.
Orientation Leader training components include but are not limited to the development, design, coordination, and co-instruction of the spring semester Orientation Leader 3 credit training course (EDA4930) as well as the development of staff retreat and intensive training week. This position will also include assessment of the training efforts and leadership development of the Orientation Leaders. Recruitment efforts will help develop a recruitment theme, social media assistance, and marketing for the position.
In addition, this position will help with the logistical coordination of the transfer orientation and new student orientation programs. This is a great opportunity to learn skills in leadership development and training, teaching, supervision, program planning, budget management, assessment, strategic planning, and collaboration.
Assistantship/Position Title
Center for New Student and Family Programs – Graduate Assistant, Orientation Programs
Job Responsibilities
- Assists in the coordination and marketing of the recruitment, interview and selection process of
- undergraduate Orientation Leaders, the Preview Staff
- Assists in training and supervision of Orientation Leaders during academic year
- Assists in the design and facilitation of EDA4930, the Preview Staff Training Course
- Assist with supervision of the Preview Student Coordinators (3-4)
- Assist in the preparation and participation in the NODA Region VI Conference, the Southern Regional
- Orientation Workshop (SROW)
- Oversees the facilitation, training, and coordination of Spring Leadership Retreat including curriculum
- development, staff selection, and assessment
- Serves as the instructor on record for SLS 1102: First Year Florida (University of Florida’s signature i
- during their second year.
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Evening and weekend work required (occasionally)
Time Commitment:
The position is 20 hours per week with additional time required during peak periods such as the beginning and end of each semester. Some evening and weekend hours are required. This position is a one-year contract with the ability to stay two years depending on demonstrated success and continued funding.
Web Address: welcome.ufl.edu
Assistantship/Position Title
Academic Advising Graduate Assistant
Department Overview: Academic Advising Center for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mission: We empower and teach students to explore and pursue their educational and professional goals.
Values:
- Connection: We foster positive relationships with students and the broader community. We encourage students to build connections in support of their educational and professional goals.
- Empowerment: We see students as the experts of their own lives. We challenge and support students to be active participants in their holistic development through curricular and experiential learning.
- Inclusion: We respect and embrace a culture of inclusivity recognizing the wide range of individual lived experiences.
- Integrity: We strive to be accountable, honest, and transparent with students, ourselves, and our colleagues.
- Professionalism: We uphold the professional standards of advising and foster professionalism for students as part of their holistic development.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Academic Advising Center (AAC) serves current undergraduate students in CLAS majors (on-campus, PaCE, and UF Online), Exploratory students, Pre-Health, and Pre-Law students. The Beyond120 program supports undergraduate students by cultivating career readiness through coursework and experience.
Job Responsibilities
General responsibilities for a Graduate Assistant in the AAC include advising students regarding registration, choosing and changing majors, campus resources to enhance academic success, and many other advising services. Graduate Assistants have the opportunity to get involved in different committees within our office which are focused on serving PROMISE scholars, exploratory students, and students facing academic difficulty. Graduate Assistants may also have the opportunity to work with the CLAS ambassadors, College Petitions Committee, Assessment committee, Communications committee and Transfer student outreach.
Qualifications
Required
- In addition to being admitted to the UF Graduate School, you must be able to work both Fall and Spring semesters in order to fulfill the 0.5 FTE (20 hour/week), nine-month appointment.
Preferred
- Traditionally, we search for graduate students who can provide a two-year commitment to this role.
- Relevant or related experience in academic advising.
Time Commitment: 20 hours a week for two academic calendar years
Contract Dates: August 14, 2024 – May 15, 2025 (tentative)
Remuneration:
For UF: $19,200 annual salary and in-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester. Eligibility to enroll in GatorGradCare. GA receives 5 personal days per semester.
Other information:
- Eligible to enroll in GatorGrad Care health insurance plan
- Reserved on-campus parking space (decal must be purchased)
- This position may require occasional nights and weekend hours
Web Address: advising.ufl.edu
Instagram: @UF_ACC
Assistantship/Position Title
Graduate Assistant, Student Learning & Engagement, Housing & Residence Life
The Division of Student Life
The University of Florida Division of Student Life champions meaningful experiences that foster community connection, career design, and lifelong wellbeing.
Department Overview: Housing & Residence Life
Mission: To provide well-maintained, inclusive, community-oriented facilities where residents and staff are empowered to learn, innovate, and succeed.
The Graduate Assistant for Student Learning Engagement is an architect behind the student experience for those living in our residence halls. This position is motivated by a passion for developing others, enjoys data driven decision-making, and brings innovative ideas to engage and develop our community. This Graduate Assistant position flourishes in a collaborative environment, communicates effectively with a multitude of stakeholders, and brings an intellectual curiosity that unlocks not just the potential of the student experience, but their own potential as well.
Job Responsibilities
Your Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator for Student Organization Advisor Support Services including but not limited to outreach, engagement, training, programs, and resources for student organization advisors.
- Assist with registration process for student organizations, including approval of registration forms, student organization constitution review, student organization outreach meetings, and program assessment.
- Assist in planning and execution of large- and small-scale events hosted through Student Engagement, Community & Belonging or student organizations, and serve as event staff or lead for campus programs/events as directed, including but not limited to the staffing and management of major campus events such as organization fairs, shows, speakers, and Homecoming festivities.
- Assist with student and student organization outreach, recognition, and professional development by creating and providing intentional outreach and recognition opportunities; may include advising the programming students/staff in developing and presenting workshops to organizations, designing and executing events, and assisting in event management of department programs.
- Serve as a point of contact and resource to specific student groups/organizations on issues related to contracts, event planning, membership, leadership and other financial matters related to their programs as directed.
- Assist with marketing/communication of department events/programs, student organization recognition efforts and promotion of student involvement on campus; partner with department ambassador groups and Divisional marketing to produce and manage external communications such as departmental social media posts, listservs, and newsletters as needed.
- Assist with special projects and tasks as directed including but not limited to new organization registration, officer updates, constitution reviews, officer eligibility checks, space allocations, GatorConnect management, assessment, record-keeping, and student organization handbook.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
- Enrolled as a full-time University of Florida graduate student in good standing as defined by the University or specific college at the time of employment
- Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
Preferred
- Seeking a graduate degree in Student Personnel and Higher Education
- Experience working with student leaders, student organizations, or familiarity with Housing & Residence Life
- Demonstrated ability to adapt and innovate
- Demonstrated dependability, organization, and professionalism
- Ability to work well within a team, with individuals, and build positive relationships
- This position may require occasional nights and weekend hours
Time Commitment:
-
Contract Dates: August 14, 2024 – May 14, 2025 (tentative)
Remuneration:
For UF: $19,200 annual salary and in-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester. Eligibility to enroll in GatorGradCare. GA receives 5 personal days per semester.
Other information:
- Eligible to enroll in GatorGrad Care health insurance plan
- This position will be required to live in an on-campus furnished apartment
- Reserved on-campus parking space (decal must be purchased)
- This position may require occasional nights and weekend hours
Web Address: housing.ufl.edu
Instagram: @ufhousing
Assistantship/Position Title
Graduate Assistant, Housing & Residence Life
The Division of Student Life
The University of Florida Division of Student Life champions meaningful experiences that foster community connection, career design, and lifelong wellbeing.
Department Overview: Housing & Residence Life
Mission: To provide well-maintained, inclusive, community-oriented facilities where residents and staff are empowered to learn, innovate, and succeed.
With almost 30 residence halls and 3 village communities providing housing for more than 9,000 students, Housing & Residence Life at the University of Florida helps craft an unmatched Gator student experience. Graduate Assistants in this role are motivated by the power of connection, believe that building positive relationships encourages belonging, and thrive in collaborative environment. Our Graduate Assistants serve as mentors to our next generation of Gators, and have the opportunity to work among the best and brightest, taking your skills, and future career, to the next level.
Job Responsibilities
- Create and implement community programs for residents that align with the Residential Curriculum expectations and unique community needs
- Supervise Resident Assistants providing support and guidance for daily activities as well as professional growth and development
- Develop and execute training programs for student staff aimed at enhancing the student employment experience through a focus on lifelong learning and the creation of positive outcomes
- Serve as a hearing officer to adjudicate conduct cases focusing on student development, education, and accountability
- Advise an Area Government or Council that focuses on enhancing the residential student experience with community programming
- Advise student leaders of the Area Government or Council providing guidance on budget management, overall engagement, and development of leadership skills
- Foster a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures
- Create a residential environment that cultivates a sense of community and belonging while encouraging residents to utilize departmental and campus resources
- Coordinate with Housing & Residence Life teams to provide safe and secure facilities for residents
Qualifications
Required
- Enrolled as a full-time University of Florida graduate student in good standing as defined by the University or specific college at the time of employment
- Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
Preferred
- Seeking a graduate degree in Student Personnel and Higher Education
- Ability to work well within a team, with individuals, and build positive relationships
- Demonstrated ability to critically analyze situations and actively problem solve
- Demonstrated dependability, timeliness, and professionalism
- Ability to prioritize well and tackle challenges enthusiastically
- Resourceful, highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines, and completion of tasks and projects assigned.
- This position may require occasional nights and weekend hours
Time Commitment: 20 hours a week
Contract Dates: August 14, 2024 – May 14, 2025 (tentative)
Remuneration:
For UF: $19,200 annual salary and in-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester. Eligibility to enroll in GatorGradCare. GA receives 5 personal days per semester.
Other information:
- Eligible to enroll in GatorGrad Care health insurance plan
- This position will be required to live in an on-campus furnished apartment
- Reserved on-campus parking space (decal must be purchased)
- This position may require occasional nights and weekend hours
Web Address: housing.ufl.edu
Instagram: @ufhousing
Assistantship/Position Title
Santa Fe College - Part Time Admissions Specialist
Department Overview: .
Santa Fe College (SF) has been recognized as one of the top-rated community colleges in the United States. Santa Fe College is a comprehensive public college that offers a range of Bachelor’s degrees, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degree options, as well as Certificate and Non-Degree programs. Santa Fe College is a student-centered institution with a commitment to open access, academic excellence, and cultural and ethnic diversity. A high quality of life, temperate climate, proximity to the University of Florida, diverse cultural events, and plentiful recreational opportunities make SF and Gainesville an ideal community to work and live.
The Office of Admissions helps students begin their path to academic success through recruitment, advising, processing, and orientation. The Office for Admissions is seeking a part-time Admissions Specialist to guide new and prospective students through SF’s admissions process. The Admissions Specialist is responsible for the dissemination of general college information, residency determinations and outreach to newly admitted students as well as assisting with other admissions requirements based on Florida Statutes and SF College policy. The Admissions Specialist is expected to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate the various needs of the Office for Admissions.
Job Responsibilities
- Support and assist prospective and new students with the admissions process, providing guidance, information and resources.
- Provide outstanding customer services in all areas of the admissions process, including completion of the admissions application, residency documentation, high school transcripts, placement test scores, etc. to ensure a successful admissions process, as well as statutory compliance.
- Make residency determinations for in-state tuition and help students document various state requirements for admission to higher education.
- Using the college’s constituent relationship management system (Salesforce), conduct outreach to a caseload of applicants and support them through initial enrollment.
- Help applicants understand the reason for and the appropriate college processes for resolving any flags/holds on their student record.
- Strictly maintain the confidentiality, privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information.
- Collaborate closely with the Coordinator in all areas related to admissions, assisting with special projects as needed.
- Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Master’s degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus two years of related experience.
Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.
Preferred
- Experience using Salesforce CRM. Experience in social media and digital marketing. Experience in higher education recruitment and/or enrollment management. Competency in a foreign language.
- Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
- Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job. Able to effectively communicate information and ideas, speaking and writing in terms understandable to others.
- Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
- Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
- Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
- Team Orientation & Interpersonal – highly motivated team player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization.
Time Commitment:
- Limited to no more than 28.5 hours per week.
Remuneration:
- Starting Salary is $19.12 per hour as per the Santa Fe College Salary Schedule.
Benefits/Perks:
SF employees can utilize the tuition waiver after they have completed 1 semester of work. The tuition waiver is eligible for SF and UF programs.
Application Process:
All applicants must submit an online SF Employment Application, submit a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume, 3 references, and unofficial college transcripts through the job portal to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts will only be accepted for review purposes. Candidates should be aware that official transcripts will be required prior to any offer of employment being made. Official transcripts for purposes of employment are defined as those sent directly from the awarding institution to an agent of Santa Fe.
All submitted materials will be routed to Human Resources.
Supervisor Information:
Reports to: Coordinator, Admissions Advising and Processing
Assistantship/Position Title
Santa Fe College - Part Time Finish at the Top Specialist
Department Overview: .
Santa Fe College (SF) has been recognized as one of the top-rated community colleges in the United States. Santa Fe College is a comprehensive public college that offers a range of Bachelor’s degrees, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degree options, as well as Certificate and Non-Degree programs. Santa Fe College is a student-centered institution with a commitment to open access, academic excellence, and cultural and ethnic diversity. A high quality of life, temperate climate, proximity to the University of Florida, diverse cultural events, and plentiful recreational opportunities make SF and Gainesville an ideal community to work and live.
The Part-Time Finish at the Top Specialist will work closely with the Coordinator, Admissions Advising & Processing to administer the Finish at the Top/Last Mile program. This award-winning college completion initiative helps former students who left SF without a credential, return to the college and take the courses necessary to earn a degree or certificate. Through leveraging the Salesforce Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system, the Specialist will develop and manage a database of former students, make contact with them using all available means, encourage former students to return to SF, provide students with support, collaborate with SF staff to provide information, and assist these students with enrollment. The Specialist will also offer support to newly readmitted program eligible students and determine which students qualify for program scholarships. The Part-Time Finish at the Top Specialist will assist the Office of Admissions as a backup to Admissions Specialist to guide new and prospective students through SF’s admissions process and to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate the various needs of the Office of Admissions.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and implement campaigns to re-connect with and re-enroll former students as part of the Finish at the Top program
- Maintain digital database within the Salesforce CRM of former students who did not complete their educational goals
- Use online resources to locate former students
- Initiate digital interactions with former students to motivate them to return to SF to earn the credential they started
- Assist former students in preparing for re-entry into SF, and facilitate their movement through the re-enrollment process
- Recommend eligible returning students for Finish at the Top/Last Mile scholarships
- Develop working relationships with internal SF partners, including the Office of Admissions, Financial Aid, Records, the Advisement Center, the Development Office, and the Educational Centers
- Connect students to appropriate on-campus resources to cultivate success
- Prepare, conduct, and report on program assessments
- Submit monthly reports for the Coordinator, Admissions Advising & Processing
- Provide backup support to Admissions Specialist to support and assist prospective and new students with the admissions process, providing guidance, information and resources.
- Demonstrate a commitment to service excellence through all interactions
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Master’s degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus two years of related experience.
- Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
- Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job. Able to effectively communicate information and ideas, speaking and writing in terms understandable to others.
- Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
- Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
- Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
- Team Orientation & Interpersonal – highly motivated team player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization.
Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.
Preferred
- Experience using Salesforce CRM. Experience in social media and digital marketing. Experience in higher education recruitment and/or enrollment management. Competency in a foreign language
Time Commitment:
- Limited to no more than 28.5 hours per week.
Remuneration:
- Starting Salary is $19.12 per hour as per the Santa Fe College Salary Schedule.
Benefits/Perks:
SF employees can utilize the tuition waiver after they have completed 1 semester of work. The tuition waiver is eligible for SF and UF programs.
Application Process:
All applicants must submit an online SF Employment Application, submit a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume, 3 references, and unofficial college transcripts through the job portal to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts will only be accepted for review purposes. Candidates should be aware that official transcripts will be required prior to any offer of employment being made. Official transcripts for purposes of employment are defined as those sent directly from the awarding institution to an agent of Santa Fe.
All submitted materials will be routed to Human Resources.
Supervisor Information:
Reports to: Coordinator, Admissions Advising and Processing
The Division of Student Life
The University of Florida Division of Student Life champions meaningful experiences that foster community connection, career design and lifelong wellbeing.
Department Overview: Student Engagement
Mission: Student Engagement fosters developmental, intentional, and dynamic co-curricular experiences for students through engaging events, memorable traditions, and a vibrant community of registered student organizations at the University of Florida.
Vision: Every UF student is empowered by Student Engagement to enrich their UF experience and create lifelong memories through campus involvement.
Who We Are: The Office of Community & Belonging serves as the hub for student leaders, student organizations, campus events, and a variety of programs and spaces that help students find and build community. Community and Belonging is a part of the Student Engagement team, which houses the Office of Campus Engagement, Community & Belonging, Sorority & Fraternity Life, Student Legal Services, and Administrative Services.
What We Do: Within the Office of Community & Belonging, we serve over 1,000 registered student organizations, advise student leaders, and host events and programs that promote community connection and a sense of belonging on campus through two functional areas, Community Engagement and Student Organizations & Advisor Resources. Together, we work to:
- Assist students in joining and creating student organizations
- Facilitate student organization fairs and involvement initiatives
- Coordinate the University Mentorship Program and other community engagement opportunities
- Execute events and programs that promote community connections and a sense of belonging on campus.
- Manage and oversee student organization and event spaces
- Provide supervision to student employees
- And more!
Assistantship/Position Title
Graduate Assistant – Student Engagement – Office of Community & Belonging Student Organizations and Advisor Resources
Job Responsibilities
Your Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as the primary coordinator and facilitator for Student Organization Advisor Support Services including but not limited to outreach, engagement, training, programs, and resources for student organization advisors.
- Assist with registration process for student organizations, including approval of registration forms, student organization constitution review, student organization outreach meetings, and program assessment.
- Assist in planning and execution of large- and small-scale events hosted through Student Engagement, Community & Belonging or student organizations, and serve as event staff or lead for campus programs/events as directed, including but not limited to the staffing and management of major campus events such as organization fairs, shows, speakers, and Homecoming festivities.
- Assist with student and student organization outreach, recognition, and professional development by creating and providing intentional outreach and recognition opportunities; may include advising the programming students/staff in developing and presenting workshops to organizations, designing and executing events, and assisting in event management of department programs.
- Serve as a point of contact and resource to specific student groups/organizations on issues related to contracts, event planning, membership, leadership and other financial matters related to their programs as directed.
- Assist with marketing/communication of department events/programs, student organization recognition efforts and promotion of student involvement on campus; partner with department ambassador groups and Divisional marketing to produce and manage external communications such as departmental social media posts, listservs, and newsletters as needed.
- Assist with special projects and tasks as directed including but not limited to new organization registration, officer updates, constitution reviews, officer eligibility checks, space allocations, GatorConnect management, assessment, record-keeping, and student organization handbook.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
- Be enrolled in an in person Master’s degree program at the University of Florida
Preferred
- Experience being involved in student organizations or other leadership roles
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated experience working with others in a collaborative setting
- Experience working in programs such as Excel, Word, Teams, Canva
Contract Dates: August 14, 2025 – May 14, 2026 (tentative)
Time Commitment:
- 9-month contract (with opportunity for renewal)
- Hours worked – 20 hours per week, including some late evenings and weekends. Standard business hours are 8am-5pm. GA’s receive 5 personal days per semester.
Remuneration:
- Annual Rate of $19,200 annual salary
- In-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester (fees not included)
- Eligibility to enroll in GatorGradCare
Web Address: studentengagement.ufl.edu
Instagram: @ufstudentengage
Assistantship/Position Title
Graduate Assistant for Campus Engagement, Campus Events & Traditions
The Division of Student Life
The University of Florida Division of Student Life champions meaningful experiences that foster community connection, career design and lifelong wellbeing.
Department Overview: Student Engagement
The Campus Engagement Area within the Division of Student Life at the University of Florida consists of the areas of Campus Events & Traditions and Student Government Advising & Operations. The Graduate Assistant will serve as a member of the Campus Events and Traditions team within Campus Engagement. This position serves students, student organizations, campus colleagues and partners, and ultimately the Division of Student Life. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Campus Events & Traditions.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with the management and coordination of the Signature Events program including but not limited to developing and maintaining UF Traditions, meeting with and advising student volunteers, and on-site event management.
- Assist in advising Student Government Productions in the planning and production of large-scale concerts on campus with attendees ranging from 500-15,000 UF students and community members.
- Assist with on-site event management of the GatorNights program.
- Coordinate and assist social media efforts for the Signature Events and GatorNights programs.
- Serve as an advisor to designated major campus-wide events as assigned (e.g., Great Gator Welcome, Homecoming Events, and Gator Growl)
- Collaborate with professional staff to ensure contracts and other financial paperwork for events are done in a timely manner.
- Support GatorNights, ACCENT Speaker's Bureau, Class Councils other departmental campus events as needed.
- Develop, conduct, and analyze research and assessments for various programs and services of Campus Engagement including but not limited to programming needs assessment, effectiveness of programs and services including outcomes assessment and student satisfaction.
- Participate in ongoing evaluations to assess personal growth and development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
- Admitted as a degree-seeking graduate student at the University of Florida
Contract Dates: August 15, 2025 – May 15, 2026 (tentative)
Time Commitment: 0.5 FTE (20hrs/wk)
Contract Dates: August 15, 2025 – May 15, 2026 (tentative)
Remuneration: For UF: $19,200 annual salary and in-state tuition for nine (9) credit hours per semester. Eligibility to enroll in GatorGradCare. GA receives 5 personal days per semester.
Web Address: studentengagement.ufl.edu
Instagram: @ufstudentengage
Assistantship/Position Title
Graduate Assistant, Leadership Development Program
Department Overview: Warrington College of Business
The student experience at the Warrington College of Business is much more than earning a degree. We focus many of our co-curricular programs in the area of leadership, competency growth, and development. This position will serve as a significant manager of the Leadership Development Program for the Heavener School of Business. This will include assisting or leading the participant selection, training of student leaders, program activities, and curriculum. LDP is a year-long program that introduces students to a unique approach to leadership development.
The Heavener School of Business, which is the undergraduate school within the Warrington College of Business, manages a dynamic suite of programs dedicated to supporting the personal and professional development of students through knowledge and experiential opportunities. The LDP Graduate Assistant will gain experience in directing student programming, event planning, leadership development programming, mentoring, and strategic collaboration with professional staff. This position will expose you to the unique experience of working in a student affairs environment within an academic affairs unit. This assistantship will be part of the Experiential Learning Department within the Heavener School of Business.
Job Responsibilities
General Responsibilities:
- Maintain and oversee the curriculum for this leadership development program. Ensure that curriculum has defined learning objectives and that learning objectives align with Heavener career-readiness competencies
- Key areas of emphasis are assisting or leading in
- Plan, direct, and participate in recruitment/enrollment activities.
- Prepare, manage, and track a program budget for LDP.
- Coordinate and manage meeting and activity space reservations to ensure the program runs efficiently.
- Attend all LDP programming to provide leadership, guidance, and counsel to the executive team as needed.
- Ensure that LDP adheres to Heavener policies, as well as UF regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain data and accurate and complete records of participants, leaders, and outcomes of LDP.
- Assess program outcomes, document program progress, and advocate for the participants in the program.
- Provide leadership coaching for students in LDP.
- Provide crises intervention and manage risk as appropriate.
- Key areas of emphasis are assisting or leading in
Special Projects Specific to Position:
- Manage the Leadership Development Program – 20 Hours per week
- Coordinate and attend executive board meetings with LDP student leaders (10%)
- Manage recruitment processes to ensure goals are met (15%)
- Work with community non-profits and appropriate campus partners to design and build LDP service-learning projects (15%)
- Administrative duties related to LDP will account for approximately (20%)
- Assist with data collection and analysis for leadership program evaluations (15%)
- Assist with the development of curriculum and execution of activities to aid in competency alignment for the Leadership Development Program with Gator Ready (5%)
- Data entry to support LDP, Gator Ready, and experiential learning. (10%)
- Other projects based on your interests. Past projects have included: program assessment, benchmarking, program creation, etc. (10%)
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate
- Energetic, highly motivated individual who is personable and works well with students
- Experience marketing programs to college students
- Familiar with using data to make informed decisions
- Self-starter and quick learner
- Ability to facilitate group discussions
- Interest in career readiness, competency development, and leadership development
- Available for a minimum commitment of one year
Remuneration:
This is a 20 - hour per week position. Preference is given to individuals with experience working with college students. However, candidates with strong intrapersonal communication skills will be considered.
* Professional development stipends are available for those who meet/exceed expectations of the role. Stipends may be used to travel to conferences, attend webinars, etc.
Position Details
- Work hours per week: 20 (mainly 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday; some nights and weekends)
- Position start date: August, 2025. Minimum one-year appointment (Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 terms).
- Two-year commitment is preferred.
- Preference is given to candidates with prior experience working with college students
Benefits
- Full tuition waiver and stipend
- Obtain hands-on leadership development and competency development experience
- Gain teaching experience
- Opportunities to present at regional and national conferences
- Professional mentoring and support offered by Heavener full-time professionals
Web Address: warrington.ufl.edu
Direct Suppervisor: Catherine Coe, catherine.coe@warrington.ufl.edu