Departments within the Division of Student Life at the University of Florida, as well as related departments and colleges, 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. Most graduate assistantships/positions are 20 hour per week positions for the spring and fall semesters (9 month appointment). 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.
(NOTE: First preference is given to students applying to the SPHE master’s degree program.)
Some terminology to be aware of:
• Assistantships – typically include a stipend, tuition waiver, and health care
• 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.
Our graduate positions are intentionally designed to give students hands-on opportunities to work and grow throughout their time in school.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT POSITIONS FOR 2022-2023
STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSISTANTSHIPS:
This assistantships in part of the University of Florida Alumni Association, Alumni Relations & Annual Giving, and it reports to the Assistant Director of Student Philanthropy and Engagement.
Job Description:
• Serve as the Florida Cicerones Advisor
• Serve as a resource and advocate to the group as an extension of UFAA
• Provide support and guidance to officers and members
• Interpret and clarify university and UFAA policy and procedure
• Advise officers in decision-making matters
• Provide feedback about officers’ performance
• Facilitate recruitment and selection of new members and elections of executive board
• Attend all executive board (Monday evening 5-8 p.m.) and general body meetings (Tuesday evenings from 5-6 p.m.) and other mandatory membership events (retreats, forums, and trainings) during both fall and spring semester
• Assist with oversight over the Cicerones budget
• Streamlining processes and procedures as they relate to existing and developing programs
• Collaborate with campus partners to ensure efficient operations of Cicerone event requests
• Support Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT) membership program
• Provide onsite management of BEAT T-Shirt Giveaways
• Assist in annual update of the F Book
• Assist STAT marketing, promotion, and sales during Preview sessions
• Supports other UFAA initiatives with various projects as assigned (including special events and Gator Nation Tailgates)
• Performs light administrative tasks such as filing, general correspondence, and other duties assigned when necessary
Qualifications:
• Applicant should be a current graduate student at the University of Florida
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working in both a team environment and independently are essential
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel o Experience with video editing or Photoshop is a plus
• Exhibits strong affinity for the Gator Nation
• Support and advocate University of Florida Alumni Association goals
• The ability to lift boxes usually packed with membership materials and weighing at least 20 lbs.
Work Hours: 20 hours per week. Off during break weeks and University Holidays. Some conference attendance and travel may be required in August 2022 and February 2023.
Renumeration:
• Tuition waiver for 9 credit hours, $16,000 stipend for an academic year (fall and spring) & GatorGradCare (health insurance).
• July 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023 (position could also be extended for an additional year).
• Eligible to receive professional development funds to offset travel expenses to professional student affairs conferences.
Department Overview
Student Life Assessment & Research champions a culture of evidence-based decision making for the University of Florida’s Division of Student Life. As a shared service department, Assessment and Research supports the assessment efforts of other Student Life departments, as well as advances the assessment and research agenda of the Division. Regular projects support the department’s six strategies: capacity building, data management, project management, reporting, research, and strategic planning. For more information about Assessment and Research, visit the department website: https://assessment.ufsa.ufl.edu/.
Assistantship Title: Graduate Assistant, Student Life Assessment & Research
Job Responsibilities
• Serve as an integral member of the Assessment and Research team by actively participating in departmental strategic planning, team meetings, and department events.
• Collaborate with department staff on departmental and divisional projects, including those related to capacity building, data management, project management, reporting, research, and strategic planning.
• Conduct survey collection, data processing, and analyses in collaboration with other Assessment and Research staff.
• Connect with all Assessment and Research staff to understand and contribute to their responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Renumeration:
• Rate of pay/stipend: $16,000 per academic year (new comp rate= $820.51 X 19.5 pay periods per academic year). • Tuition waiver or scholarship offered and details: Tuition waiver is included. If you meet the state’s eligibility requirements for Florida residency status, you will be expected to apply for Florida residency as soon as you are eligible. Detailed information on applying for Florida residency can be found at the following website: http://www.admissions.ufl.edu/residency.html
• Benefits (health care, etc.): eligible to enroll in the GatorGradCare health insurance plan.
• Length of Assistantship: 9 months, with possibility to work part-time over the summer.
• Hours worked: Average 20 hours of work per week, ability to schedule flexibly, no on-call or weekend hours, rare evenings.
• Student qualifications required for a graduate assistantship: https://hr.ufl.edu/manager-resources/recruitment-staffing/hiring-center/preparing-an-offer/requirements-for-an-appointment/#gradstudent.
Through transformative educational experiences and developmental opportunities, the Center for Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement celebrates and empowers diverse communities and advocates for an inclusive campus for all students across identities.
Our Approach: Identity-based and Culturally Responsive Resources, Education, and Community.
Our Vision: The University of Florida develops culturally aware and responsive global citizens, who exhibit the knowledge, skills, ability, and courage to lead for a more just and equitable society. Members of our community have an unquestioned sense of belonging and are able to focus on excelling inside and outside of the classroom, without threat of stereotypes, bias, discrimination, or hate.
Our Values:
• Education- Life-Long Learning, Racial Literacy, and Cross-Cultural Engagement
• Respect- Equity, Integrity, and Affirmation
• Community- Collaboration, Solidarity, and Storytelling
• Inclusion- Social Justice, Racial Justice, and Intersectionality
Position Description: The Graduate Assistant (GA) works alongside the Program Director for the Office of Black Student Engagement, other graduate students, and undergraduate student ambassadors within the Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement. The GA helps coordinate transformative educational programs, community events and establishes campus partnerships for collaborative projects and training. The GA will facilitate student ambassadors’ professional and personal development and support, plan educational programs, support student organizations, promote leadership development, and oversee both the recruitment and retention and staff development teams. The GA must be able to work in a high-energy, high-impact, fast-paced environment, possess the ability to adapt to changes, and must work well with people from diverse backgrounds. Graduate students of all backgrounds and fields with an interest and passion for inclusion and multicultural engagement and student development are encouraged to apply. In order to be considered, you must be accepted into your graduate program of study at the University of Florida for fall.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Directly schedule and supervise student ambassador staff to include scheduling, time reporting, task support and meetings.
• Provide support and opportunities for personal and professional growth among student staff by holding biweekly one-on-one meetings.
• Guide and assist student ambassadors with event planning and management on social justice initiatives, community building, leadership development, and education initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and analyze event/program assessments and research studies
• Attend department meetings.
• Remain updated on current events affecting the Black community at a regional, national, and international level.
• Assist and develop campus partnerships to enhance the Black student experience
• Complete any other duties as assigned by Office and Center supervisors
• All other duties assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to demonstrate a cooperative attitude while working with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge about the diverse history, culture, and social issues that impact the Black community.
• Possession of effective leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (listening, written, and verbal).
• Analytical/Research Skills with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining research studies, assessments, programs, tasks, etc.
• Flexible individual that thrives in fast-paced environment that can effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Innovative, initiative driven problem-solver who can identify problems and create solutions.
• Self-motivated and ability to complete tasks without direct supervision.
Time Allocation:
• 40% - Student Supervising
• 40% - Office of Black student engagement Initiatives (PAACT, Conscious Conversations, MLK, advising volunteers, etc.)
• 10% - Center of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement responsibilities (Meetings, all hands-on deck initiatives, tabling, special projects, etc.)
• 10% - Other duties assigned including but not limited programming
Renumeration: This 20-hour per week position includes $16,000 stipend for 2022-2023, GatorGradCare health insurance, and in-state tuition waivers (9 credit hours per semester). This is a 9-month graduate assistantship starting mid-August through mid-May.
Through transformative educational experiences and developmental opportunities, the Center for Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement celebrates and empowers diverse communities and advocates for an inclusive campus for all students across identities.
Our Approach: Identity-based and Culturally Responsive Resources, Education, and Community.
Our Vision: The University of Florida develops culturally aware and responsive global citizens, who exhibit the knowledge, skills, ability, and courage to lead for a more just and equitable society. Members of our community have an unquestioned sense of belonging and are able to focus on excelling inside and outside of the classroom, without threat of stereotypes, bias, discrimination, or hate.
Our Values:
• Education- Life-Long Learning, Racial Literacy, and Cross-Cultural Engagement
• Respect- Equity, Integrity, and Affirmation
• Community- Collaboration, Solidarity, and Storytelling
• Inclusion- Social Justice, Racial Justice, and Intersectionality
Position Description: The Graduate Assistant (GA) works alongside the Assistant Director of Inclusion, Equity, Excellence, Access and Student Success (IDEEAS) Initiatives, other graduate students, and undergraduate student ambassadors within the Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement. The GA helps coordinate transformative educational programs, community events and establishes campus partnerships for collaborative projects and training. The GA will facilitate student ambassadors’ professional and personal development and support, plan educational programs, support student organizations, promote leadership development, and oversee both the recruitment and retention and staff development teams. The GA must be able to work in a high-energy, high-impact, fast-paced environment, possess the ability to adapt to changes, and must work well with people from diverse backgrounds. Graduate students of all backgrounds and fields with an interest and passion for inclusion and multicultural engagement and student development are encouraged to apply. In order to be considered, you must be accepted into your graduate program of study at the University of Florida for fall.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Directly schedule and supervise student staff to include scheduling, time reporting, task support and meetings.
• Provide support and opportunities for personal and professional growth among student staff by holding biweekly one-on-one meetings.
• Guide and assist student ambassadors with program/event planning and management on social justice initiatives, community building, leadership development and education initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and analyze event/program assessments and research studies
• Attend department meetings.
• Remain updated on current events affecting the inclusion and multicultural community at a regional, national, and international level.
• Assist and develop campus partnerships around inclusion and multicultural education to enhance the student experience
• Complete any other duties as assigned by Office and Center supervisors
• All other duties assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to demonstrate a cooperative and team mentality attitude while working with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge about the history and social issues that impact the diverse and intersectional communities.
• Possession of good leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (listening, written, and verbal).
• Analytical/Research Skills with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining research studies, assessments, programs, tasks, etc.
• Flexible individual that thrives in fast-paced environment that can effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Innovative, initiative driven problem-solver who can identify problems and create solutions.
• Self-motivated and ability to complete tasks without direct supervision.
Time Allocation:
• 40% Student Supervising
• 40% IDEEAS Initiatives (UMMP, Gatorship, Native American Heritage Month, workshops/presentations, advising volunteers, etc.)
• 10% Center of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement responsibilities (Meetings, all hands-on deck initiatives, tabling, special projects, etc.)
• 10% Other duties assigned including but not limited programming
Renumeration: This 20-hour per week position includes $16,000 stipend for 2022-2023, GatorGradCare health insurance, and in-state tuition waivers (9 credit hours per semester). This is a 9-month graduate assistantship starting mid-August through mid-May.
Department Overview: The Center for New Student, Parent and Family Engagement successfully orients over 7,000 new freshmen, 2,000 transfer students and over 10,000 family members each summer. As a national model, Preview in conjunction with other orientation and transition programs, has successfully contributed to a first-year retention rate over 97%. This program features 23 two-day programs over the span of three months and features over 150 different campus partners. Our department does much more than just preview- we also training and develop student leaders, house the First Year Freshman Seminar Course (called first year Florida), provide semester programs for Family Members, and we help assist with online students attending the university. Each year Preview selects approximately 45 student leaders to assist in coordination of the Preview program.
Assistantship Title: Graduate Assistantship for Orientation Programs
Position Description: The Orientation Programs Graduate Assistant works directly with the Assistant Director for Orientation Programs (Preview) area and provides assistance 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 program. This is an excellent opportunity to learn skills in the areas of leadership development and training, teaching, supervision, program planning, budget management, assessment, strategic planning, and collaboration.
Job Responsibilities
• Assists in the coordination and marketing of the recruitment, interview and selection process of New Student and Family Programs, Undergraduate Orientation Leaders, Preview Staffers
• Assists in training and supervision of Orientation Leaders during academic year
• Assists in the design and coordination EDA 4930 the Preview Staff Training Course
• Assist with supervision of the Preview Coordinators (3-4)
• Evaluation of Student Leaders
• Assist in the preparation and participation in our Regional Conference SROW
• Assist in 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 during their second year.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Evening and weekend work required
Remuneration:
• 9 Month Academic Year Rate of Pay: $16,000
• Bi Weekly Rate of Pay: $820.51
• Begin Date: August 15, 2022
• End Date: May 5, 2023
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 as well as continued funding. Your stipend will be accompanied by a tuition waiver for the minimum required registration (9 credits each Fall and Spring). You are reminded that while tuition is included in your assistantship, all students are responsible for the fees associated with each credit hour of registration.
Department Overview: The Center for New Student, Parent, & Family Engagement is your gateway to the University of Florida. We encourage growth, provide care, and promote accountability. CNSPFE is responsible for providing programs that support new student success and transition to the University of Florida. Our Center exists to help new students and their families with their transition and growth, and we are dedicated to student success and creating a culture of care from day one.
Assistantship Title: Graduate Assistantship for Transition Programs
Position Description:
The Center for New Student, Parent, & Family Engagement Graduate Assistant works directly with the Assistant Director for Transition Programs within the office. The Graduate Assistant for Transition Programs will work with the University of Florida’s premier first-year seminar course, First Year Florida. This includes supporting programs and services for first-year and transfer students. This position primarily assists in the coordination of First Year Florida Peer Leader recruitment, selection, training, advising, and supervision component.
Additional components include but are not limited to the development, coordination, and instruction of the Peer Leader three-credit training course (IDS4905) as well as assistance with Co-Instructor training and support, and the Peer Leader retreat. The Graduate Assistant for Transition Programs will serve as a Graduate Leader in their first-year and instructor on record for First Year Florida during their second year. The Graduate Assistant for Transition programs will also have the opportunity to assess programmatic components, assist in the editing and management of the First Year Florida textbook, Campus Resource Guide and develop the Campus Partner Presentation Portal.
In addition, this position will help with the logistical coordination of New Student Convocation, First Year Florida Transitions Conference, & the End of the Year Banquet. This is an excellent opportunity to learn skills in the areas of leadership development and training, teaching, supervision, program planning, budget management, assessment, strategic planning, and collaboration.
Job Responsibilities
• Assists in the coordination and marketing of the recruitment, interview and selection process of Peer Leaders for First Year Florida.
• Assists in training and supervision of 50+ Peer Leaders during academic year.
• Assists in the design and coordination IDS4930 the Peer Leader Training Course.
• Co-supervise the Peer Leader Lead Educators (2).
• Assist in the evaluation of Peer Leaders& Co-Instructors (Staff/Faculty).
• Assist in the preparation and participation of New Student Convocation logistics in August, including but not limited to that of Class Picture, Weeks of Welcome, & Gator Nights logistics, as needed.
• Assist in the development of new Peer Leaders & Co-Instructors during the Transitions Conference.
• Assist in the creation & implementation of new Co-Instructor training for Staff & Faculty.
• Assist in the facilitation, training, and coordination of Spring Leadership Retreat including curriculum development, staff selection and assessment.
• Develop & implement the Campus Partner Presentation Portal.
• Monitors the Peer Leader Canvas Portal.
• Serves as the instructor on record for SLS 1102: First Year Florida during their second year, with opportunity to do so during first year, as needed.
• Understands the role of which they will help with oversight of First Year Florida courses as need be during academic year.
• Perform other duties as assigned to help overall mission of the Center for New Student, Parent & Family Engagement.
• Evening and weekend work required.
Remuneration:
• 9 Month Academic Year Rate of Pay: $16,000
• Bi Weekly Rate of Pay: $820.51
• Begin Date: August 15, 2022
• End Date: May 5, 2023
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 as well as continued funding.
Your stipend will be accompanied by a tuition waiver for the minimum required registration (9 credits each Fall and Spring). You are reminded that while tuition is included in your assistantship, all students are responsible for the fees associated with each credit hour of registration.
The Academic Advising Center (AAC) is the advising office for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS). The AAC provides several advising services for CLAS students, exploratory students, Pre-Health and Pre-Law students, and other students interested in CLAS majors. CLAS is the largest college on campus, with more than 700 faculty members responsible for teaching the majority of the university’s core curriculum courses to at least 35,000 students each year. CLAS has more than 10,000 undergraduate students pursuing a variety of disciplines.
Assistantship/Position Title: Academic Advising Graduate Assistant (1 position available for 2022-2023, two-year commitment preferred)
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 probation students. Graduate Assistants may also have the opportunity to work with the CLAS Ambassadors, assessment committee, communications committee and transfer student outreach.
Renumeration: 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. This position includes a tuition fee waiver for nine (9) credit hours/semester during the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 semesters. Tuition for the specified number of credit hours for each term will be paid, but the student is responsible for the fees associated with each credit. The current annual rate of pay for this 9-month appointment is $16,000.
Overview:
- Disability Resource Center Mission: The Disability Resource Center celebrates disability identity as a valued aspect of diversity. We champion a universally-accessible campus community that supports the holistic advancement of individuals with disabilities.
- Disability Resource Center Vision: The DRC envisions a universally inclusive community where all individuals are seen as valued and contributing leaders of society.
Assistantship Title: Graduate Assistant
Job Responsibilities:
- 40%- Leads or co-advises DRC student groups. This includes leading Rising Scholars, a 9 week mentorship group to enhance the transition experience, and co-advising Disability Ambassadors, an outreach and education group which extends the DRC mission.
- 40%- Develops and conducts outreach programming and education, including training content to re-frame disability as a valued aspect of diversity. May need to work occasional evening/weekend student events. Presents to student groups and classes as assigned.
- 20%– Completes administrative tasks such as supporting development of DRC policies and procedures, engaging in professional development opportunities, and supporting research projects at the DRC.
Remuneration:
- Rate of pay/stipend:
- Annual- $16,000
- Bi-Weekly-$820.51
- Tuition waiver or scholarship offered:
- Tuition waiver for Fall/Spring (9 credit hours per semester)
- Benefits:
- Eligible to enroll in GatorGradCare health insurance plan
- Length of Assistantship:
- 9 month Assistantship
- Start date and End Date:
- First day of Fall 2019
- Last day of finals in Spring 2020
- Hours Worked:
- 0.5 FTE
- 20 hours per week
Department Overview:
With almost 30 residence halls and 5 village communities providing housing for more than 8,000 students, Housing & Residence Life at the University of Florida helps craft an unmatched Gator student experience. Motivated by the power of connection, we believe in building positive relationships and creating a culture that embraces inclusion and authenticity. Our Graduate Assistants are builders of people, thrive in collaborative environments, and are mentors to our next generation of Gators.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Housing & Residence Life - Residence Life & Education
Job Responsibilities:
- Supervise and train Resident Assistants (undergraduate student staff) providing support and
guidance for daily workflow activities and conducting regularly scheduled meetings - Create and implement community development, learning and engagement programming for
residents in alignment with Residential Curriculum expectations and unique community
needs - Track and maintain the allocated budget for area government, community programming, and
staff events - Advise an Area Government/Council in assigned community assisting with community
programming, budget management, and providing guidance as necessary - Serve as a hearing officer to adjudicate conduct cases focusing on student development and
accountability - Facilitate Housing & Residence Life student care, crisis, and building emergency protocols,
and related follow-up procedures - Design and implement training for student staff and Area Government/Council that enhance
student development and provide information surrounding position - Assist with maintaining facilities, coordinating with internal teams to provide safe and
secure facilities for residents - Create a residential environment that is inclusive to all resident identities, encouraging
residents to utilize departmental and campus social justice resources and cultural centers - Support professional staff in administration of area and divisional policies and procedures
- May serve in an on-call rotation providing support and coordinating resources for residents
and staff - Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 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
- Must be available for 20 hours per week, including nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications:
- 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 critical analyze situations and actively problem solve
- Demonstrated time management and leadership skills
- Demonstrated dependability, timeliness, and professionalism
Additional Information and Renumeration:
- A stipend in the amount of $16,000 will be provided for a nine-month appointment (Fall and
Spring semesters) - Tuition waiver for 9 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters (fees not included)
- 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)
Department Overview:
With almost 30 residence halls and 5 village communities providing housing for more than 8,000 students, Housing & Residence Life at the University of Florida helps craft an unmatched Gator student experience. Motivated by the power of connection, we believe in building positive relationships and creating a culture that embraces inclusion and authenticity. Our Graduate Assistants are builders of people, thrive in collaborative environments, and are mentors to our next generation of Gators.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Housing & Residence Life - Student Learning & Engagement
Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinate engagement/programming development efforts for academic living learning
communities and theme housing communities providing support for specific academic
initiatives programs - Collaborate and communicate with the Housing & Residence Life team, Divisional partners,
and campus stakeholders to provide support for Living Learning Communities - Develop and facilitate trainings, retreats and developmental opportunities for Resident
Assistants, Housing advisors, and student leaders for Area Governments/Councils - Advise Housing student organizations through meeting regularly with executive board
members to assist in their personal leadership growth, the continued development of the
organization, and specific positional duties and goals. - Track and maintain the allocated budget for Student Learning and Engagement
- Ensure compliance training requirements are met for Resident Assistants and Graduate
Assistants - Assist with coordinating Resident Assistant hiring process including information sessions,
application review, and Resident Assistant placement - Serve as delegation advisor for student leadership conferences
- Facilitate Housing & Residence Life student care, crisis, and building emergency protocols,
and related follow-up procedures - Create a residential environment that is inclusive to all resident identities, encouraging
residents to utilize departmental and campus social justice resources and cultural centers - May serve in an on-call rotation providing support and coordinating resources for residents
and staff - Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 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
- Must be available for 20 hours per week, including nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications:
- Seeking a graduate degree in Student Personnel and Higher Education
- Experience working with student leaders, student organizations, or familiarity with
Living Learning Communities - Experiences with training or recruitment of staff
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and innovate
- Demonstrated dependability, timeliness, and professionalism
- Ability to work well within a team, with individuals, build positive relationships, or
mentor those around them
Additional Information and Renumeration:
- A stipend in the amount of $16,000 will be provided for a nine-month appointment (Fall and
Spring semesters) - Tuition waiver for 9 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters (fees not included)
- 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)
Department Overview: The Graduate Assistantship described is primarily responsible for providing leadership, direction, and management for Newell Hall. This position will work with other members of the Union Experience team which includes areas such as union recreation and leisure, arts and wellness, and other various programs and spaces. Specifically, this position will manage the daily operations of the 24-hour learning commons. As an integral member within the Reitz Union team, this role serves areas that elevate the student experience and provide a foundation of opportunities that enhance campus life for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Reitz Union is a multi-purpose facility with over 600,000 gross square feet of public space, including ballrooms, an auditorium, meeting rooms, a food court, game room, offices, and a hotel with 36 guest rooms. Additionally, Newell Hall is a 24-hour collaborative study space designed for and utilized by students and campus partners.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant in Newell Hall
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide oversight and management of Student Managers and Student Assistants including hiring, onboarding, continued training, scheduling, and evaluation.
- Monitor general facility usage and participate in facility safety and security operations.
- Assist in creating, reviewing, and updating facility policies and procedures.
- Manage the lost and found process for the facility.
- Communicate regularly with building partners such as UPD, CURBS, and Facility Services.
- Manage all facility-related concerns and issues.
- Facilitate educational and social programs in conjunction with union experience programs.
- Benchmark against other state institutions, southeastern institutions, as well as top ten institutions to determine best practices.
- Participate in ongoing assessment efforts of the areas and provide reports as needed.
- Participate in all-staff functions as well as volunteer opportunities (as needed/desired) within the Reitz Union team.
- Serve on University committees as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution.
- Admitted as a degree-seeking graduate student at the University of Florida.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in facility management.
- Previous experience in event management.
- Previous experience with management of peers, staff, or volunteers.
- Previous project management experience.
- Experience working within a collegiate setting; this may include undergraduate involvement in campus activities, housing and residence life, student union/campus center operations, programming boards, or similar activities experience.
- Demonstrated effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
Renumeration & Additional Information:
- Maintain a 3.0 or better GPA each semester.
- Meet the minimum course registration requirements for each semester of appointment.
- Must be enrolled in nine (9) credit hours of graduate course work during the fall and spring terms.
- Throughout the contract dates, this position will require 20 hours per week which may include occasional night and weekend hours, and the potential for additional time required during peak periods such as the beginning and end of each semester.
- Tuition for up to nine (9) credit hours per semester plus the current UF minimum salary for a 9-month Graduate Assistant appointment.
- The contract will be valid August through May.
- Opportunity for hourly summer employment may be available.
- Graduate students have access to health insurance through the University.
- Florida is one of the few states without a state income tax.
Department Overview:
At the University of Florida approximately 52,000 students live off-campus. Off Campus Life (OCL) is committed to educating and assisting UF students to achieve a positive off-campus living experience. Through OCL’s resources, services, education, and support we foster leadership and civic engagement to develop great Gator neighbors in Gainesville and throughout the Gator Nation. The Office of Off Campus Life educates students on topics including but not limited to off campus housing search strategies, safety, city codes, community responsibilities, civic engagement, and fun things to do in Gainesville.
Educational outreach is conducted through print materials, website, social media, events, and programming. OCL is a unique university office that frequently collaborates with non-university groups and businesses in addition to on-campus offices. External partners include City of Gainesville officials, Gainesville Police Department, Code Enforcement office, community members, local business owners, landlords, and local apartment management. Collaborating campus offices include Housing and Residence Life, New Student & Family Programs, the Dean of Students Office, Student Legal Services, GatorWell, the International Center, Student Activities and Involvement, UFPD, and Assessment and Research. The Off Campus Life Graduate Assistant is a paraprofessional staff member who aides the Director and Coordinator of Off Campus Life in providing events and services for UF students that live off-campus.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Off Campus Life – Program & Event Planning
Job Responsibilities:
Your duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with strategic planning, monthly goal setting and educational outcome development.
- Coordinating and facilitating monthly events including: assisting with planning, securing locations, maintaining attendance list, assisting with event management, and assessment.
- Assisting with the creation of new events and educational programs.
- Providing office presentations both on-campus and in the Gainesville community on various topics.
- Creating content for monthly e-newsletter sent to students living off-campus.
- Designing and scheduling weekly social media content for the OCL office.
- Responding to walk-in, phone call, and email questions from students, family members, citizens, and other university and city offices.
- Providing one on one meetings with students and family members of students that are looking for off-campus housing or who have concerns while living in the community.
- Assisting in the education of incoming students and parents through presentations at Preview (orientation).
- Co-advising the Off Campus Ambassadors, OCL’s sponsored student ambassador registered student organization.
- Assisting the Off Campus Ambassadors with their monthly events and outreach efforts.
- Creating, revising, and editing office print and digital materials including, but not limited to: E-Newsletter, Press Releases, event descriptions, Gator Guide to Off Campus Life (OCL’s annual magazine-style publication), Gator Times submissions, Annual Report, etc..
- Assisting with student assessment, tracking of office outreach, and contacts.
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The position is 20 hours per week with occasional after-hour or weekend events. Salary includes in-state tuition waiver for 9 credit hours, $16,000 stipend for an academic year (fall and spring semester).
For more information about Off Campus Life visit the OCL website offcampus.ufl.edu or find us on social media @UFOffCampusLife.
The Graduate Assistantship described is primarily responsible for providing innovation, creativity, and management of union experience programs and activities within the J. Wayne Reitz Union and Newell Hall. This position will work with other members of the Union Experience team which includes areas such as union recreation and leisure, arts and wellness, and other various programs and areas. Specifically, this position will work with collaborative programs, discovery series, union landing, RU Game Room, the Gallery, and the Arts and Crafts Center. As an integral member within the Reitz Union team, this role serves areas that elevate the student experience and provide a foundation of opportunities that enhance campus life for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Reitz Union is a multi-purpose facility with over 600,000 gross square feet of public space, including ballrooms, an auditorium, meeting rooms, a food court, game room, offices, and a hotel with 36 guest rooms. Additionally, Newell Hall is a 24-hour collaborative study space designed for and utilized by students and campus partners.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant for the Reitz Union Experience
Area Specific Job Responsibilities:
- Develop a programs and experiences curriculum for the Reitz Union Experience Team including programs for life skills, talent discovery and enhancement, and experiential learning.
- Coordinate all aspects of the discovery series including program and experience design, schedule workshops, secure room and equipment reservations, and manage marketing and communication processes.
- Develop instruments and conduct assessment/research projects to better understand and provide recommendations for the union experience program.
- Benchmark against other state institutions, southeastern institutions, as well as top ten institutions to determine best practices.
- Participate in ongoing assessment efforts of the area and provide reports as needed.
- Participate in all-staff functions as well as volunteer opportunities (as needed/desired) within the JWRU team.
- Serve on University committees as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
- Admitted as a degree-seeking graduate student at the University of Florida
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in event planning (e.g. workshops, activity based programs, collaborations).
- Previous experience with management of peers, staff, or volunteers.
- Previous project management experience.
- Previous experience in program/conference planning and presenting leadership workshops.
- Experience working within a collegiate setting; this may include undergraduate involvement in campus activities, student union/campus center operations, programming boards, or similar activities experience.
- Demonstrated effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring exceptional customer service skills.
Remuneration & Additional Information:
- Maintain a 3.0 or better GPA each semester.
- Meet the minimum course registration requirements for each semester of appointment.
- Must be enrolled in nine (9) credit hours of graduate course work during the fall and spring terms.
- Throughout the contract dates, this position will require 20 hours per week which may include occasional night and weekend hours, and the potential for additional time required during peak periods such as the beginning and end of each semester.
- Tuition for up to nine (9) credit hours per semester plus the current UF minimum salary for a 9-month Graduate Assistant appointment.
- The contract will be valid August through May.
- Opportunity for hourly summer employment may be available.
- Graduate students have access to health insurance through the University.
- Florida is one of the few states without a state income tax.
The Graduate Assistantship described is primarily responsible for providing support, guidance, and management of union facility and operations components within the J. Wayne Reitz Union and Newell Hall. This position will work with other members of the Union Operations team which includes areas such as building supervisors, information desks, safety and security, and facility operations. As an integral member within the Reitz Union team, this role serves areas that elevate the student experience and provide a foundation of opportunities that enhance campus life for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Reitz Union is a multi-purpose facility with over 600,000 gross square feet of public space, including ballrooms, an auditorium, meeting rooms, a food court, game room, offices, and a hotel with 36 guest rooms. Additionally, Newell Hall is a 24-hour collaborative study space designed for and utilized by students and campus partners.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant for the Reitz Union Operations
Area Specific Job Responsibilities
- Manage hiring, training, and scheduling of student staff for the Information Desk, Administration Suite Desk, and Building Supervisor Departments.
- Monitor general facility usage and participate in facility safety and security operations.
- Assist in creating, reviewing, and updating facility policies and procedures.
- Manage the lost and found process for the facilities.
- Create and manage building safety training for Reitz Union employees.
- Serve as a Reitz Union administrator in emergency and crisis response situations.
- Benchmark against other state institutions, southeastern institutions, as well as top ten institutions to determine best practices.
- Participate in ongoing assessment efforts of the areas and provide reports as needed.
- Participate in all-staff functions as well as volunteer opportunities (as needed/desired) within the Reitz Union team.
- Serve on University committees as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution.
- Admitted as a degree-seeking graduate student at the University of Florida.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in facility management.
- Previous experience in event management.
- Previous experience with management of peers, staff, or volunteers.
- Previous project management experience.
- Experience working within a collegiate setting; this may include undergraduate involvement in campus activities, housing and residence life, student union/campus center operations, programming boards, or similar activities experience.
- Demonstrated effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring exceptional customer service skills.
Remuneration & Additional Information
- Maintain a 3.0 or better GPA each semester.
- Meet the minimum course registration requirements for each semester of appointment.
- Must be enrolled in nine (9) credit hours of graduate course work during the fall and spring terms.
- Throughout the contract dates, this position will require 20 hours per week which may include occasional night and weekend hours, and the potential for additional time required during peak periods such as the beginning and end of each semester.
- Tuition for up to nine (9) credit hours per semester plus the current UF minimum salary for a 9-month Graduate Assistant appointment.
- The contract will be valid August through May.
- Opportunity for hourly summer employment may be available.
- Graduate students have access to health insurance through the University.
- Florida is one of the few states without a state income tax.
Santa Fe College is one of the premier public colleges in the United States. A member of the Florida College System, a statewide system of 28 public colleges, Santa Fe was chartered by the State of Florida in 1966.
Santa Fe College
- Named #1 community college in the nation by the Aspen Institute in 2014-2016.
- Named one of the Top 10 community colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute two consecutive times, 2012-2014 & 2014-2016.
- Ranks first in Florida among public colleges in graduation rate and in the Top 10 nationally in the number of associate degrees awarded in liberal arts.
- Is a charter member of the prestigious League for Innovation in the Community College.
- Enjoys strong ties with the University of Florida; SF sends more transfer students to UF than any other college.
- Enrolls nearly 20,000 degree-seeking students annually from Florida, across the United States, and 54 countries; more than 40% of SF students come from outside the two-county district.
- Enrolls an additional 9,000 students annually in enrichment, continuing education or workforce training programs.
- Is easily accessible, with seven convenient and attractive campus locations throughout the region, as well as online programs.
Department Overview:
Student Life
Student Life is a central facet of Santa Fe College, serving its 12,000+ students by creating and supporting opportunities for involvement, leadership, and service on campus and in the community. Student Life includes the following programs or offices:
Civic Engagement & Service
- International Student Support & Advising
- Leadership Programs
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Health Care Center
- Student Life Business Office
- Student Life Marketing
- Student Organizations
- S-Lobby information desk, computer lab, recreation room and SF ID room
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant in Student Activities
Job Responsibilities:
The Graduate Assistant in Student Activities will support the numerous social, cultural, diversity, and wellness events in person and online sponsored by Student Life. These activities add to students’ college experience by creating a stronger campus community and a more involved student body. All currently enrolled SF students are invited to participate in our events, programs, or activities.
Graduate positions within Student Life will provide opportunities to combine knowledge learned in the classroom with the experience gained in a professional environment. In other words, theory is put into practice. Graduate students develop personal and professional skills that will be used throughout a professional career.
Student Life coordinates renewable graduate positions, which may last up to two academic years. The experience will give a graduate student full exposure and involvement in all areas of programming, student activities and involvement at Santa Fe College. Graduate students will be expected to work 20 hours per week.
Due to the multi-faceted programming of Student Life, graduate students will be given many experiences to create a well-rounded learning environment. Many aspects of Student Life, including Student Government, campus programs, civic engagement, service learning, assessment, leadership development and training, and budget management will be incorporated throughout the two-year program. Graduate students will have the opportunity to be involved in other areas of campus administration as their interests lead them.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree and must be in a graduate program in Student Personnel in Higher Education or a related field at the University of Florida or another accredited institution. Applicants must have experience with student leadership as an undergraduate through Student Government, student organizations, campus activities, residence life or related area. Candidates should possess the maturity, leadership and personal qualities that will promote success in the profession. They must be able to relate well to students and staff in a collegiate environment, show initiative, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and manage their time efficiently.
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- Rate of pay/stipend: $16.47
- Tuition Waiver for UF graduate courses
- Benefits (health care, etc.): None
- Length of Assistantship (9 or 12 months): Up to 12 months
- Start date and end date: August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023
- Hours worked: Up to 20 hours per week with a varied schedule that matches GA’s course schedule and Student Life’s event schedule. Ideally, work 3-4 days per week. No on-call responsibilities; no evening and weekend hours required
Department Overview:
At the University of Florida, the Division of Student Affairs cultivates a comprehensively excellent student experience that prepares Gators to engage, transform, and thrive in an evolving global community. The mission of the Department of Student Activities and Involvement is to provide the foundation for student organizations and their initiatives, facilitate activities and engagement opportunities, and advise, mentor and educate students to maximize their University of Florida experience.
Assistantship/Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Student Activities and Involvement – Student Organizations & Advisor Resources
Job Responsibilities:
Your duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Coordinate student organization success resources and events for student organization leaders and advisors (includes organization fairs, semi-annual conference series, SAILE, resource materials, leadership retreats, presentations, workshops, trainings, etc.)
• Assist in the coordination and management of external communications/marketing such as departmental emails, social media posts, listservs, and newsletters
• Assist with management of student organization registration processes for 900+ returning student organizations and new organizations as directed
• Facilitate student organization recognition efforts and promotion of student involvement on campus through assessment projects, committee involvement, outreach initiatives, tabling, presentations, programming, and events • Serve as a point of contact and resource for student organizations to advise on contracts, event planning, leadership, event management, and other University policies and procedures
• Provide support and serve as event staff or lead for programs/events as directed (e.g. organization fairs, major concerts, speakers, and Homecoming)
• Assist with special projects and tasks, as directed including but not limited to new and returning registration, officer updates, constitution reviews, officer eligibility checks, space allocations, GatorConnect management, assessment, record-keeping, and student organization handbook
• Perform other duties as assigned
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• FTE: 0.5
• Annual Rate of $16,000 pay; or UF minimum Tuition waiver of 9.0 credit hours each Fall and Spring semesters (fees not included)
• Potential Access to Graduate Health Benefits
• 9-Month Contract
• 20 Hours worked, including late evenings and weekends