Graduate Assistant Position Oppurtunity

STUDENT ACTIVITIES GRADUATE ASSISTANT – OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Life & Activities, the Graduate Assistant for Student Activities will develop programming and student organization processes designed to enhance the student experience at Marymount College. This position will create an inclusive programming calendar that is designed intentionally with the needs of marginalized student populations in mind.
This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday, for eight (8) weeks. Start date of position is flexible, but position must end no later than July 26, 2013.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS
Essential Job Functions
Develop a programming calendar of activities and events for students throughout the academic year. Programs are designed to support the areas of the wellness model, including: wellness, leadership, service, diversity and spirituality.
 Develop a programming plan that addresses the unique needs of commuter students, as well as other select populations on campus.
 Coordinate with entertainment and commercial vendors for events and materials needed for the academic year.
 Coordinate special projects as needed, and as related to Student Life.  Create effective marketing for all programs on all advertising mediums.
Marginal Job Functions
Typing
Desktop Publishing or knowledge of software capable of calendar, flyers & pamphlets
Photography and photo editing
Picking up mail from mailroom
Running errands off campus as necessary
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities below or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The candidate must be a passionate and energetic, self-motivated team player with sound judgment, management and problem-solving skills, flexibility and the ability to manage multiple projects. Individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities below or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
The candidate must possess:
1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
2. Admission and full-time enrollment in a student affairs (or related) graduate program
3. A commitment to professional standards of behavior
4. Previous experience in programming for college students, specifically programming for underrepresented student populations, and workshop/training development
COMPENSATION
 Free housing in on-campus apartments overlooking LA Harbor & Pacific Ocean
 $300 toward travel/food
 $500 stipend
ABOUT MARYMOUNT COLLEGE
With campuses on Southern California’s picturesque Palos Verdes Peninsula and in the vibrant urban community of San Pedro in Los Angeles, Marymount College is a student-centered, Catholic learning environment for students of all faiths who seek to transform their lives and achieve their academic, professional and life goals. Marymount College offers Associate degree and Bachelor’s degree programs in Business, Media Studies, Liberal Arts, and Psychology, and is gearing up to offer graduate programs in Leadership and Community Development (M.S.) and Community Psychology (M.S.) effective Fall 2013, pending WASC approval. The College values a holistic, interdisciplinary approach in all programs. www.marymountpv.edu
APPLICATION
Interested candidates should send a CV/resume and cover letter to Annie McBride, Assistant Director of Student Life & Activities, at amcbride@marymountpv.edu.
Application deadline is Friday, March 8, 2013, 5pm PST.