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Posting Title Graduate Student Assistant (CYD Grant Program) Department DAL-School of Human Services-519000 Job Location Dallas Full Time/Part Time Part-Time Pay Rate 12.00 Salary Information Salary commensurate with experience Department Summary
The Community Youth Development (CYD) Rising Blazers program started in Summer 2020 and is sponsored by the University of North Texas at Dallas. Rising Blazers provides an array of services through partnership with service providers to promote protective factors in youth.
CYD Rising Blazers serve youth who live or attend school the 75210, 75215, 75216, and 75241 zip codes. We focus on mentorship, post high school readiness, youth leadership development, life skills and career development, academic support services, youth sports and recreational services and facilitate or host a Youth Advisory Committee as well as additional youth services.
Position Summary
Student employees assigned to this classification receive either general supervision or specific supervision necessary to complete highly complex assignments which enhance the educational objectives of the department, the student population, or the academic research of the department or college. The objectives of assignments are defined by the supervisor and the methodology may or may not be prescribed; however, the nature of the methodology or the analysis of the process or results is designed and managed by the employee. Jobs at this level require specialized knowledge and previous experience, or the student has successfully demonstrated the ability to perform the judgment and skilled assignments representative of his/her field of study. The work is neither routine nor narrow in its scope of responsibility. The work is normally matched to the student's course of study at the senior or graduate level and the student is able to relate to students, faculty, administration, and staff in the performance of the assignments. Student employees at this level may direct the work of others and/or may be required to consult with others on- and off-campus. The work may require completion of the project/assignment from the initial concept through implementation and evaluation.
The Graduate Student Assistant will provide support to the Community Youth Development Rising Blazers Program team where needed. This may include administrative tasks, programming, program preparation, event planning, and social media or marketing support.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled UNT Dallas, UNT Dallas College of Law, HSC or UNT student in good standing and making satisfactory progress toward completion of a graduate degree program. The Graduate Student Assistant will provide support to the Community Youth Development Rising Blazers Program team where needed. This may include administrative tasks, programming, program preparation, event planning, and social media or marketing support.
Applicants must possess the following:
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social backgrounds
skill in the operation of common office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with youth. Social media management and marketing materials.
Required License / Registration / Certification Work Schedule
Work Schedule
Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Physical Requirements Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Stu370HPPosition End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting https: // jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/72368
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