Graduate Assistant - Campus Activities

About the Role Under the supervision of the Manager of Campus Activities, the Graduate Assistant (GA) supports the goals of the Office of Campus Activities and Division of Student Affairs by coordinating and implementing programs that enhance students’ social, intellectual, and recreational engagement. The GA assists with the planning and execution of campus events, supports daily operations, and provides leadership to undergraduate student staff working in Campus Activities functional areas. What You'll Do

• Assist with strategic planning and implementation of Campus Activities programs, including large-scale, late-night, and weekend events.
• Lead GA-initiated programs and assist with the creation of new engagement opportunities with supervisor approval.
• Provide on-site event supervision including setup, teardown, logistics, and issue resolution.
• Support daily operations of The Lair, Fitness Center, and Campus Activities event spaces.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to undergraduate student workers (Event Leaders, Lair Desk Attendants, Fitness Center Custodial Assistants); collaborate with the Manager on performance expectations and documentation.
• Assist with assessment and data tracking, including attendance reporting, event evaluations, and usage analytics.
• Maintain accurate administrative records and support scheduling, communication, and inventory tracking.
• Submit purchasing requests for supervisor approval, no independent purchasing authority.
• Maintain professional office hours weekly, including required evening and weekend coverage; limited remote work may be approved by the supervisor.
• Uphold university policies and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive campus environment. What We're Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and acceptance into a McKendree University graduate program.
• Knowledge and experience in event planning, student engagement, recreation programming, or leadership development.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to supervise and mentor undergraduate student workers in consultation with the Manager of Campus Activities.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; (familiarity with social media, digital marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, or basic web editing preferred) Nice to Have
• CPR/First Aid certification Compensation & Benefits
• Part-time graduate assistants are eligible for 50% tuition remission and small stipend or hourly rate based on the specific role with the institution.
• Graduate assistantships, stipends and hourly rates are available during the fall and spring terms only.