Graduate Assistant- ResLife
Description
Greenville University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Residence Life
to join the Student Integrated Success Team. The Graduate Assistant (GA) is
responsible for supporting the leadership, supervision, and oversight of
assigned residential communities while fostering a safe, inclusive, and
developmentally rich living environment that supports Greenville University's
mission and values.
As an educator, mentor, and emerging student affairs professional, the
Graduate Assistant intentionally cultivates student growth by helping
residents connect their academic experiences with personal, social, spiritual,
and leadership development. Through the support and supervision of student
leaders, crisis response, community development, and administrative
management, the Graduate Assistant plays a vital role in promoting student
success, retention, and belonging.
This is a part-time, live-in position requiring the employee to reside in
an assigned campus residence.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
Student Leadership and Supervision
Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and
evaluation of Resident Assistants.
Provide mentorship, accountability, and developmental support to assigned
student leaders.
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with Resident Assistants to foster
leadership growth and effectiveness.
Support staff development initiatives and leadership training throughout
the academic year.
Community Development and Student Engagement
Cultivate inclusive residential communities where students feel seen,
known, and inspired.
Develop and implement programs that promote academic success, personal
wellness, spiritual formation, leadership development, and community
engagement.
Build meaningful relationships with residents through intentional
interactions and visibility within the community.
Encourage student involvement and connection to campus resources and
opportunities.
Student Support and Crisis Response
Serve as a first-line support resource for students experiencing personal,
academic, or social concerns.
Assist professional staff in responding to student crises, behavioral
concerns, and conduct matters.
Participate in an on-call rotation, responding to after-hours emergencies
and incidents.
Collaborate with campus partners to connect students with appropriate
support services.
Assist in emergency preparedness efforts and uphold university safety
procedures.
Administrative Operations
Support occupancy management, room changes, health and safety inspections,
and residence hall openings and closings.
Maintain accurate records, incident documentation, and departmental
reports.
Assist with departmental assessment initiatives and ongoing operational
processes.
Participate in Residence Life staff meetings, divisional trainings, and
university events.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Residence Life leadership.
On-Call Responsibilities
Participate in the Residence Life professional staff on-call rotation.
Serve as a primary responder for residential emergencies and student
concerns occurring outside of regular business hours.
Provide consultation, support, and follow-up related to after-hours
incidents.
Other Duties
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership or
designated supervisor in support of departmental and institutional goals.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Admission to or enrollment in a Greenville University graduate program.
Demonstrated leadership experience and a commitment to student
development.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication
skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage
competing priorities.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, or other
student leader.
Experience in Residence Life, Student Affairs, ministry, or related
helping professions.
Knowledge of student development theory and residential education
practices.
Expectations
The successful candidate will:
Demonstrate support for Greenville University's mission and values.
Model integrity, professionalism, and servant leadership.
Actively contribute to a collaborative and student-centered Student
Development team.
Foster an environment where students are challenged, supported, and
encouraged to grow into their fullest potential.
Help create a residential experience where every student has the
opportunity to be Seen. Known. Inspired.
Compensation and Benefits
This Graduate Assistant position includes a stipend paid over designated pay
periods and campus housing as part of the appointment. Graduate Assistants
gain valuable hands-on experience in Residence Life and Student Affairs
through meaningful mentorship, professional development opportunities, and
direct impact on the student experience.
Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age,
sex, disability, family responsibilities, or national or ethnic origin, in
employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws.
In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks
applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical
Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a
Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the
University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of
conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to
apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with
the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the
basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights
Act of 1964 as amended).
