Manager of Student Employment and Graduate Assistantships

Manager of Student Employment and Graduate Assistantships

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Manager of Student Employment and Graduate Assistantships, a highly visible leadership role that plays a critical part in supporting student success and advancing the university's workforce development initiatives. Reporting to the University Director of Financial Aid, the Manager of Student Employment and Graduate Assistantships provides centralized leadership for the coordination, administration, and compliance of all on-campus and university-affiliated student employment, including Federal Work-Study, institutional non-federal work-study positions, graduate student employment, and graduate assistantships across the university.

Working collaboratively with academic units and administrative offices across the University, the Manager ensures consistent practices, regulatory compliance, and a high-quality student employment experience that supports both student success and institutional needs. This role also serves as a strategic partner in maximizing the effective use of student employment and financial aid funding while helping connect students with meaningful employment opportunities aligned with their academic and career interests.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in higher education administration, human resources, public administration, business administration, or a related field preferred.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in higher education, human resources, payroll, financial aid, or student employment administration. Experience administering or supporting student employment, Federal Work-Study, payroll, financial aid, or related compliance-driven programs is preferred. Working knowledge of Federal Work-Study regulations strongly preferred. Experience with HRIS systems, student information systems, or payroll platforms preferred, or demonstrated technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn, utilize, and develop proficiency in new systems and processes.

Proficiency in developing reports, monitoring budgets or expenditures, and analyzing data to support operational decision-making and process improvements preferred. Track record of interpreting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements and applying them consistently and effectively. Experience coordinating complex administrative or compliance-driven processes across multiple stakeholders. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with individuals at all levels of the institution.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position. Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.