Qualifications

Position Description

Graduate Assistant – Summer Success Program

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant (GA) for the SIUE Summer Success Program will play a key role in supporting the success, development, and overall experience of a cohort of first-year undergraduate students participating in a five-week residential summer program. The GA will work closely with professional staff, faculty, and other program staff to provide academic support, mentoring, programming, and community-building opportunities for students.

This position requires a strong commitment to student success, relationship-building, and creating an inclusive and supportive residential environment. The GA will serve as a positive role model and resource for students while helping them develop the skills and connections necessary for a successful transition to college.

Essential Responsibilities

Serve as a primary mentor and support resource for Summer Success Program participants throughout the five-week residential program. Build positive, professional relationships with students and provide guidance related to academic success, campus engagement, time management, and the transition to college. Assist with the planning, coordination, and implementation of program activities, workshops, events, and student engagement opportunities. Support student orientation, move-in, move-out, and other major program activities. Assist with academic support initiatives, including study tables, tutoring referrals, workshops, and other student success activities. Monitor student participation and engagement and communicate concerns or areas of support to appropriate program staff. Collaborate with professional staff, faculty, peer mentors, and other Graduate Assistants to ensure consistent communication and support for students. Assist with residential programming and community-building activities that promote student engagement and belonging. Be available to students during designated program hours and provide appropriate support, guidance, and referrals when needed. Assist with transportation and/or program-related travel as needed. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality when working with students. Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities. Assist with additional program-related responsibilities as assigned by the Summer Success Program staff.

Residential Responsibilities

As a residential component of the position, the GA will live on campus in a residence hall for the duration of the five-week Summer Success Program. The GA will help foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive residential community and serve as a visible and supportive presence for program participants. The GA will assist with evening and weekend programming, student check-ins, community-building activities, and other residential responsibilities associated with the Summer Success Program.

Desired Qualifications

Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. Experience working with college students, first-year students, or students from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated interest in student development, academic success, mentoring, or higher education. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality. Flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by the program. Previous residential life, orientation, mentoring, tutoring, or student leadership experience is preferred.

Position Commitment

The successful candidate must be able to commit to the position for three consecutive semesters: Spring 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027. The GA must be available to live on campus in a residence hall throughout the five-week Summer Success Program and participate in required program activities, training, meetings, and events.

Application Process

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Voluntary GA Applicant Data Form

This form is used to gather applicant data by the Office of Equal Opportunity, Access, & Title IX Coordination at SIUE. This information cannot be viewed by units hiring Graduate Assistants. Completion of this form is not required and will not impact your chances of being hired for a Graduate Assistantship. This form is NOT an application for employment. To apply for a Graduate Assistant position, follow the instructions listed in the posting.