Graduate Administrative Assistant; GAA

Position Summary

The primary role of the graduate assistant (GA) is to lead, plan, coordinate, set up, and execute programming. Other duties include supporting OSAC with administrative duties, scholarly projects, and other related duties as assigned.

• Provide leadership, planning, coordination, and set-up & execution of staple events, such as Bears Connect with OSAC Fair, Transfer Week Send-Off, and targeted student receptions.
• Create, design, implement, and assess an original student program.
• Host a bi‑annual RSO Prep Room orientation for student group leaders and maintain the organization of the space.
• Keep track of the Bear Bottoms Closet supplies and host an annual drive to increase inventory and awareness.
• Perform various clerical duties, including accepting and directing phone calls, preparing documents & reports.
• Conduct online searches for programs, activities, events, and explore research for original scholarly projects.
• Read, comprehend, summarize, write, and report information.
• Work effectively with others and make meaningful contributions to a collaborative team.

• Knowledge of organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.
• Demonstrate follow‑up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.

• Successful experience interacting with the public.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive interpersonal/human relations competencies.
• Attention to detail.
• Adeptness in maintaining electronic records.
• Proficiency in time management and project efficiency.
• Skill in using a wide range of technologies, including Word, Excel, Canva, etc.

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Number of Hours per week: 20 hours.
Desired start date: 08/01/2026.
Desired end date: 05/15/2027.