Student Involvement Graduate Assistant Department: Student Affairs Location: Des Moines, IA Graduate Assistant Student Involvement: Grand View University aspires to serve a diverse community of learners- students, faculty, and staff- in an inclusive and equitable environment with the goal of empowering all to achieve their fullest potential. Our objective is to sustain a campus environment that is free from the power imbalances and institutional biases that contribute to systems of oppression, while preparing our students to stand against those inequities when they leave Grand View. Grand View University is dedicated to the goal of an inclusive campus where people of diverse identities feel welcomed and empowered to shape our culture and processes. At Grand View University we view diversity through the collective or group and we welcome and affirm the thoughts and experiences each distinct member brings to our community of learners. To learn more about Grand View-s commitment to diversity, and to read our entire Diversity Statement, click on this link: https://www.grandview.edu/about/diversity Grand View University-s Student Life Office includes student involvement outside of the classroom. Student Involvement at Grand View includes clubs and organizations, and student leadership. Overview of Position This position would support our strategic plan. For Grand View to truly be a School for Life, it is critical that students feel a sense of belonging. A GA will enhance the support to four student leadership teams and also assist in growing Skolfest and other student engagement opportunities. By offering more targeted and robust student engagement opportunities, there is a great likelihood that enhanced belonging will positively impact retention (a critical aspect of Vitality). Principle Duties and Responsibilities 1. Responsible for planning and executing high-quality student events, including but not limited to large evening and weekend social events, films, family-friendly programs, service programs, annual campus traditions and festivals. 2. Assist in advising and supporting Student Activities Council (SAC), the student programming board comprised of 6-8 student leaders. 3. Provide leadership, support, and coordination to help ensure a unique range of campus activities, meeting the needs of a diverse campus community. 4. Assist in advising and supporting Student Leadership Team (SLT), comprised of 6-8 student leaders. Provide support and assist in growing student leadership at Grand View. 5. Research best practices in campus activities and student engagement, offering refreshing and innovative updates to the programming ethos at Grand View University. 6. Provide support to student leaders in the coordination of Skolfest. 7. Enhance partnerships and awareness for the food pantry. Minimum Requirements + Requires a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university. + Requires clear communication skills and desire to work with college-age students. + Candidate must have excellent project management skills, including flexibility, problem solving and leadership development skills. + Must be enrolled in a Grand View graduate program. Compensation & Hours + 20 hours/week assistantship (fall & spring semesters) + $2,000/semester + 100% tuition remission for Grand View's graduate program (Note: If GV pays more than $5,250 in educational assistance benefits for you during a calendar year, you must pay taxes on the amount over $5,250. GV will include this information on your W-2.) All applicants must apply through our online application system. Grand View University is an equal opportunity employer. The University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities. A pre-employment background check is required. START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3302189&source=3302189-CJB-0)