Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are currently available:

Graduate Assistant (GA) for Student Affairs

The Department of Special Education, Counseling, and Student Affairs in the College of Education is seeking a graduate student, from within the College of Education, to work as a Graduate Assistant (GA) for our student affairs graduate programs [M.S. in College Student Development (CSD) and Ph.D. in Student Affairs in Higher Education] for the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 semesters.

Qualification, Expectations and Application Instructions

Responsibilities of this GA position may include but are not limited to:

Assisting with the Coordinated GA Recruitment process (with campus partners)
Leading the planning and implementation of new student orientations each semester
Assisting with other recruitment and retention efforts for the M.S. in CSD and Ph.D. in Student Affairs in Higher Education programs (e.g., informational sessions about the programs, social activities, professional development activities)
Assisting with the planning and implementation of the annual Chet Peters Lecture
Assisting with the activities of the Higher Education Student Association (HESA)
Assisting with data collection and data management for program review and revitalization purposes

The position is 0.50 FTE (20 hours per week), which means the GA will be eligible to participate in the Kansas Board of Regents GTA/GRA/GA health insurance plan. Additionally, the GA will receive the benefit of only paying the resident (rather than non-resident) K-State tuition rate along with a $1500 scholarship each semester that they work. The GA salary will be discussed with those who are seriously interested in being considered for the position. Any offer that will be made will be continent on the applicant’s ability to provide satisfactory documentation verifying their eligibility to work for K-State in the above-mentioned position; passing the required background check; meeting the requirement for being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or obtaining an exemption from the university) prior to your agreed start date; and the completion of other paperwork required to finalize the employment process.

If interested, please send a copy of your resume/vita and a letter in which you share your interest in and ability to fulfill the above responsibilities to Dr. Christy Craft (Professor and Interim Department Chair) via email ccraft@ksu.edu.

Graduate Assistant (GA) for Recruitment and Special Affairs

The Center for Student Success and Professional Services (CSSPS) in the College of Education (COE) is seeking an enthusiastic, detail oriented, and driven graduate student to join our office. The graduate assistant will report to the Assistant Director of Enrollment Management and Institutional Partnerships. This position is available January 2023 for 20 hours weekly/9-month position. Compensation includes bi-weekly salary and eligibility for group health insurance.

Qualifications, Expectations and Application Instructions

Job Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM (subject to change)
Hours Per Week: 20
Wage/Salary: $12,624 (Bi-weekly Rate: approx. $630)
Tuition Assistance: Waiver for up to 10 hours of campus tuition in Fall and Spring semesters

Responsibilities:

The GTA who fills this position will have responsibilities such as:

Leading campus visits for prospective students. (30%)
Presenting during recruitment events such as PowerCat Preview Day and Admitted Wildcat Day. (5%)
Use of CRM to maintain updated list of prospective students. (5%)
Data collection, analysis, and presentation. (20%)
Create the annual report, a document detailing large amounts of data that is used to reflect and develop recruitment strategies. (30%)
Other duties as assigned (10%)

Required Qualifications:

Graduate student in good standing enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester.

Public speaking skills.
Self-driven.
Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
Well-organized and detail oriented.
Available for a one-year commitment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and experience in the field of teaching.
Former or current K-State College of Education student.

Application Instructions:

Submit a resume, three references, and cover letter describing interest and relevant experience to Marcus Kidd mkidd@ksu.edu. This position will remain open until filled.