Graduate Assistant for Special Projects - Division of Student Success / New Stud
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro, NC, United States
Graduate Assistant for Special Projects - Division of Student Success / New Student Transitions & First Year Experience - 2026-2027
Position Title Graduate Assistant for Special Projects - Division of Student Success / New Student Transitions & First Year Experience - 2026-2027
Position Eclass
Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary
The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Reporting to the Senior Director of First Year Student Engagement and Experience, this position primarily supports special projects for the Division of Student Success.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):
Assist with Spartans Thrive and Wellness Takeover Day program planning, implementation, and assessment
Special events, team-building, recognition/awards
Assist in planning by way of ordering supplies, day-of program set up and attendance, facilitating sign-up or nomination processes, etc.
Bi-monthly divisional newsletter
Send reminders about deadlines
Compile graphics submitted by departmental representatives as well as create original content
Schedule the newsletter to go out on predetermined dates/times
Social media
Manage the Division of Student Success Instagram account
Create original content as needed through platforms such as Canva, emma, and Constant Contact
Attend events/capture divisional efforts to post to divisional social media
Assist with promoting university-wide social media campaigns such as Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks, National Transfer Student Week, Homecoming, Believe in the G, etc.
Research and Writing
Oftentimes, special projects require investigation into local data, national trends, benchmarking, etc.
Executive summaries of research projects, proposals, and reports
First year student program supplemental support for key events, such as SOAR and NAV1GATE
Additional New Student Transitions & First Year Experience Initiatives
All NST & FYE staff provide support for departmental programs and services, regardless of the specific functions of each job
Assist with all NST & FYE major events, such as but not limited to NAV1GATE, SOAR, Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks; includes day-of event support
Represent the department at a number of University events, including Admissions Open Houses and Admitted Student programs.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
Other duties and special projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS :
Admission to a graduate program at UNC Greensboro is required.
Quality written and oral communication skills are required.
Preference is given to candidates with marketing, communications, and/or social media experience, attention to details and deadlines, as well as experience in program planning, and assessment.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
10 month contract with preferred start date of August 2026
20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters for a remuneration of a $15,000 stipend, with the opportunity to continue work over the summer for additional compensation.
Professional development funds may be available in support of departmental needs.
Graduate assistants are entitled to student holidays. However, due to the nature of orientation/transition programs, often occurring during breaks, Graduate Assistants will be required at times to return early or leave late for such breaks. Individual accommodations may be made for each break with the direct supervisor.
Graduate Assistant employment is contingent upon available funding and resources.
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Additional Minimum Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Number of Months per Year
Number of Months per Year 10
Org #-Department
Org #-Department Undergraduate Student Success - 13601
Posting Begin Date
Posting Begin Date 01/23/2026
Posting Close Date
Posting Close Date 05/01/2026
Open Until Filled No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Position Title Graduate Assistant for Special Projects - Division of Student Success / New Student Transitions & First Year Experience - 2026-2027
Position Eclass
Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary
The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Reporting to the Senior Director of First Year Student Engagement and Experience, this position primarily supports special projects for the Division of Student Success.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):
Assist with Spartans Thrive and Wellness Takeover Day program planning, implementation, and assessment
Special events, team-building, recognition/awards
Assist in planning by way of ordering supplies, day-of program set up and attendance, facilitating sign-up or nomination processes, etc.
Bi-monthly divisional newsletter
Send reminders about deadlines
Compile graphics submitted by departmental representatives as well as create original content
Schedule the newsletter to go out on predetermined dates/times
Social media
Manage the Division of Student Success Instagram account
Create original content as needed through platforms such as Canva, emma, and Constant Contact
Attend events/capture divisional efforts to post to divisional social media
Assist with promoting university-wide social media campaigns such as Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks, National Transfer Student Week, Homecoming, Believe in the G, etc.
Research and Writing
Oftentimes, special projects require investigation into local data, national trends, benchmarking, etc.
Executive summaries of research projects, proposals, and reports
First year student program supplemental support for key events, such as SOAR and NAV1GATE
Additional New Student Transitions & First Year Experience Initiatives
All NST & FYE staff provide support for departmental programs and services, regardless of the specific functions of each job
Assist with all NST & FYE major events, such as but not limited to NAV1GATE, SOAR, Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks; includes day-of event support
Represent the department at a number of University events, including Admissions Open Houses and Admitted Student programs.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings.
Other duties and special projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS :
Admission to a graduate program at UNC Greensboro is required.
Quality written and oral communication skills are required.
Preference is given to candidates with marketing, communications, and/or social media experience, attention to details and deadlines, as well as experience in program planning, and assessment.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
10 month contract with preferred start date of August 2026
20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters for a remuneration of a $15,000 stipend, with the opportunity to continue work over the summer for additional compensation.
Professional development funds may be available in support of departmental needs.
Graduate assistants are entitled to student holidays. However, due to the nature of orientation/transition programs, often occurring during breaks, Graduate Assistants will be required at times to return early or leave late for such breaks. Individual accommodations may be made for each break with the direct supervisor.
Graduate Assistant employment is contingent upon available funding and resources.
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Additional Minimum Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Number of Months per Year
Number of Months per Year 10
Org #-Department
Org #-Department Undergraduate Student Success - 13601
Posting Begin Date
Posting Begin Date 01/23/2026
Posting Close Date
Posting Close Date 05/01/2026
Open Until Filled No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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