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.

• Manage a caseload of approximately 50 Exploratory students.
• Meet one-on-one with assigned Exploratory advisees in scheduled appointments for a minimum of two meetings per semester.
• Monitor Starfish flags/kudos for assigned advisees and provide weekly outreach.
• Conduct additional outreach for various enrollment and retention efforts, including midterm grade outreach and not yet registered outreach.
• Partner with an FYE 101: Succeed at the G instructor during the Fall term for an Exploratory specific section. The GA will also conduct a minimum of three classroom visits: 1) brief introduction 2) a presentation summarizing Exploratory advising at UNCG and 3) a registration tutorial.
• Provide supplemental academic advising, consultation, and referrals in one-on-one meetings with students to enhance their opportunities for academic success. Supplemental appointments cover topics such as general course registration/advising, GPA calculations, academic policies, and academic appeal explanations and feedback/review.
• Available to provide drop in services approximately once per week for supplemental students (see above for potential supplemental topics).
• Deliver referral information where needed to guide students in seeking appropriate campus support.
• Perform general administrative tasks in accordance with FERPA.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of various SFO departmental initiatives including but not limited to SOAR, Appeal Review, graduation plans, max credit hour increase requests, etc.
• Serve as a mandatory reporter for Title IX and Clery Act incidents disclosed during work related responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A desire to understand and address the diverse needs of undergraduate students as they relate to academic advising, academic support, and student success
• A genuine interest in and commitment to supporting students
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate flexibility
• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, willingness to seek consultation with supervisor and colleagues, and openness to receiving constructive feedback
• The ability to work with a diverse student population, a willingness to seek understanding, and a drive to strengthen multi-cultural competence as it relates to working with a diverse body of undergraduate students
• Effective time management & self-management skills, including the ability to take initiative and exercise sound professional judgment independently in ambiguous situations
• Excellent oral communication skills, particularly in one-on-one settings with students; a strong desire to build relationships is also required
• Excellent written communication skills that convey professionalism and respect; an ability to demonstrate or gain skills in professional email etiquette
• A general proficiency with various technology skills/software's, and/or the ability to learn and adapt to new technology platforms quickly

• The Academic Year 2024-2025-time commitment spans August 1, 2024 - May 23, 2025. Graduate Assistant work hours will be determined in cooperation with the position supervisor and SFO leadership based on office needs.
• The direct supervisor for the GA will develop the GA's schedule around their class schedule at the beginning of each semester. The GA schedule will be built to allow the GA as much student contact as possible, while also incorporating time for weekly supervisor meetings, advising team meetings, and necessary administrative time.
• Some periodic adjustments to GA work hours may be needed for evening or weekend hours
• GAs are expected to report to work in person by August 1. If moving or travel-related needs require remote work after August 1, please communicate with your direct supervisor by June 14, 2024.
• A training period spanning 3-weeks in July is required for additional pay, when departmental budget allows.
• *acation and travel requests during the academic year should be discussed prior to finalizing plans (example: booking a flight, etc).