Graduate Assistant

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Position Title (Classification Title): Graduate Assistant, Graduate Assistant Working Title: Graduate Assistant, Development Job Summary:

The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Annual Giving contributes to the overall mission and functioning of the Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Department. The GA will manage a call list of current and prospective donors. The GA will also play an instrumental role in creating and implementing annual giving plans.

The role supports Annual Giving's stewardship goals, donor retention, and giving among UWF Alumni and Friends. Department University Advancement-V.P. FLSA: Non-Exempt Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must be graduate students at the University of West Florida and pursuing work related to the student's graduate studies program. Position Qualifications: 1. Candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university

2.Enrollment or admission to a UWF graduate program. Special consideration will be given to

students enrolling in the College Student Affairs (CSAA) program

3.Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

4.Be in good standing with the University

5.Capable of accomplishing multiple tasks concurrently

6.Excellent interpersonal skills and strong writing and time management skills

7.Able to manipulate web-based applications

8.Project Management

Candidate must be very organized and capable of managing multiple time-sensitive tasks and deliverables in a dynamic environment. The candidate must be open to learning new tools and skills as the position uses proprietary software. Physical Demands:

• Physical Requirements: No unusual physical requirement. Requires no heavy lifting and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

• Impact of Deadlines: Work schedules, volume of work, or priorities seldom change.
  
  Able to anticipate new work. Minimum distractions or interruptions. Seldom involves conflicting demands on time.

• Standing: Occasionally

• Walking: Occasionally

• Sitting: Frequently

• Reaching with hands and arms: Occasionally

• Climbing or balancing: Never

• Stooping: Occasionally

• Use of hands to handle objects: Frequently

• Lifting up to 10lbs: Occasionally

• Lifting up to 25lbs: Never

• Lifting over 25lbs: Never

• Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily

• Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily

• Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

This position requires fingerprinting.

This position requires a criminal background screen.

Number of Vacancies 1 Work Hours Working hours are available from 8 am-5 pm; possibly some evenings and weekends for events. Contract Period N/A FTE 0.50 Salary Range $15.50 Pay Basis Hourly Closing Date: 07/15/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants:

Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.