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Graduate Assistant in Student Life

University of Dubuque is hiring a Graduate Assistant for Student Life for the  term, with potential renewal for , in the work areas of Vocation, Career Services, and Community Engagement & Student Engagement.

• Work closely with the Director in the assigned work area to develop and implement programming, activities, initiatives, and special events to engage campus and community.
• Provide support and guidance for undergraduate students by offering advice and serving as a role model.
• Assist with advertising and public relations by coordinating social media messaging, designing and distributing marketing materials, and promoting events and activities.
• Assist with general office support, including greeting guests and visitors, scheduling meetings and appointments, and monitoring office e‑mail accounts.
• Attend and contribute to regular meetings for your work area and the Student Life division.
• Attend and support activities and events within all work areas of the Student Life division.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the University’s mission.

• Bachelor’s degree required; position is conditional on acceptance into the University of Dubuque Masters’ program.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple ongoing projects.
• Demonstrated professional behavior and service‑oriented attitude.
• Self‑motivation and initiative.
• Interest in a higher education career path preferred.
• Experience planning or supporting events preferred.

All graduate tuition is waived for the term in which the assistant serves as a GA. In return, the assistant agrees to provide service equivalent to twenty (20) hours per week.

Submit a UD Employment Application with an attached cover letter, resume, and three professional references to HR@.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to the University’s website.