Graduate Enrollment Management; GEM Graduate Assistant - 3G Search
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, University Professor, Academic Counselor, School Counselor
Position Overview
Graduate Enrollment Management (GEM) is seeking a current, full-time graduate student (master’s or doctoral) to serve as a Graduate Assistant (GA). This position will serve as a representative of GEM and the University of Kansas to aid in the development and implementation of recruitment programs and initiatives, provide outreach and support to prospective graduate students, engage in professional development opportunities, and provide administrative support.
The GA position is for Spring 2026. Upon a satisfactory evaluation, the position may be extended for the duration of the graduate student’s course of study, so long as it does not conflict with their academic work and/or GTA/GRA/GA appointment (if applicable).
50% - Recruitment Programs & Initiatives
- Present in-person and online information sessions and webinars for prospective graduate students.
- Collaborate with GEM staff, graduate program coordinators, and campus partners to develop and implement information sessions, webinars, and recruitment events.
- Represent GEM at local recruitment events (e.g., tabling at graduate school and professional fairs).
- Serve on panels about the graduate student experience and advice for prospective students.
- Lead campus tours for prospective graduate students upon request.
- Support Explore Graduate School Week in-person and virtual events as needed.
- Travel to regional graduate school and professional fair events to represent the University of Kansas.
40% - Outreach & Support
- Email, call, and text prospective graduate students utilizing the Slate Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system.
- Provide information to prospective graduate students regarding on-campus and community resources, including financial opportunities, housing, career services, the writing center, etc.
- Meet prospective graduate students upon request to share program information and provide application support.
5% - Professional Development
- Attend meetings within GEM and Enrollment Management.
- Attend bi-weekly 1:1 meetings with direct supervisor.
- Participate in professional development opportunities related to recruitment and admissions (e.g., virtual webinars, professional articles, conference attendance, etc.).
5% - Administrative Tasks
- Gather and prepare Graduate School Viewbooks and/or swag items for upcoming events and/or upon request for campus recruiters/program coordinators.
- Triage questions to the GRS team, faculty, and/or program coordinators as appropriate.
- Other duties as assigned to support GEM unit.
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Employment ConditionsPlease submit the following application materials to be considered:
- Cover letter that addresses your qualifications and interest in the role
- Resume or CV
- Names and contact information for 2-3 professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor)
Only complete applications will be accepted
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To ensure consideration apply before the application review starts on Friday, 2/13/2026. A review of applications will continue and is ongoing until a pool of qualified candidates is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants:
Cori Deming
cdeming
Advertised Salary Range: $19.25/hr
Anticipated
Start Date:
Monday March 2, 2026
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