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Graduate Advisor RSOs and Leadership - Student Activities

Minnesota State University, Mankato
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TO APPLY:  

Review of applications will begin March 2, 2026, and will continue until it is filled. To ensure consideration, candidates should submit their materials on or prior to March 2, 2026, though they may be submitted after that, in the event that the position has not been filled. Applicants must submit a 1) cover letter, 2) Resume & Three References 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) Statement on your commitment to equity and inclusion to oluwaseun.adekeye@mnsu.edu. All assistantships within Student Activities are contingent on anticipated student fee funding. 

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 6/30/2026

POSITION START DATE: 8/4/2026

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The Graduate Advisor for Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) and Leadership provide direct leadership and support to RSOs, leadership programming, and Student Activities. This role works closely with the Assistant Director and Maverick Involvement Team to provide programming and support for RSOs and student leadership development across campus.  

  • Advise the Maverick Involvement Team, including weekly 1-on-1 and team meetings, onboarding, on-going training, feedback, and evaluation
  • Provide advising and support to the University’s 200+ RSOs, their executive members, and advisors regarding university policies and procedures, resources available to RSOs, effective programming, best practices for leading RSOs, and other inquiries
  • Coordinate the process for annual RSO Recognition and manage the Maverick Involvement Team in the processing of RSO resource requests
  • Assist with the development, implementation, and assessment of recognized student organization officer/advisor trainings, involvement fairs, and other RSO-related programs
  • Work collaboratively with Assistant Director and Maverick Involvement Team to create an array of leadership development programs open to all MSU, Mankato students
  • Develop and redesign projects/programs according to post-project analysis. Document changes for future use by the office
  • Identify and develop key institutional partnerships for cooperative programming
  • Post-project, meet with the Assistant Director to evaluate performance, give inter-department feedback, and document discussions
  • Develop assessment tools to evaluate participant experience
  • Through exit surveys, interviews, and personal participation, analyze indicators like attendance, participation, and impact of leadership programming and activities
  • Maintain documentation regarding surveys, feedback, and from other sources to act as a reference for future programming and project development
  • Ensure an effective marketing strategy for RSOs and Leadership including but not limited to website development, press releases, poster design, and social media presence
  • Meet weekly with Assistant Director and Student Activities leadership.
  • Serve as a community administrator for MavLife (Student Organization management software)
  • Implement and supervise all activities as assigned
  • Represent Student Activities in presentations, open house fairs, and similar events
  • Professional Development: Graduate Advisors in Student Activities gain valuable leadership, advising, and event management experience, and are encouraged to participate in workshops, trainings, and campuswide initiatives that prepare them for careers in higher education or their chosen field.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Prior program planning, development, and implementation experience.
  • A bachelor's degree
  • Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date. 
  • Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills.
  • Attention to detail, dependability, and strong communication skills.  
  • Experience with student organizations or leadership programming development and facilitation.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Canva.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Experience leading or working with student organizations or other college programs.
  • Experience in event management and/or facilitating training.  
  • Ability to learn and retain a wide range of institutional information.  
  • Comfortable working with MS Word, Excel, Teams, webpage development platform and related software applications.  
  • Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of Student Activities.  
  • Enrollment in the College Student Affairs or Educational Leadership program (or a closely related program).
  • Contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funds, there is a possibility that this appointment may be continued beyond the initial period of employment. 
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. 

SALARY/STIPEND: Full-time assistantship (20 hours per week) with a $5,000 stipend during each semester of appointment, out-of-state tuition waiver, and a waiver of tuition charges for up to nine (9) graduate credits per semester. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for tuition waiver. 

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Priority consideration is given to applications received by March 2nd, 2026. Beginning on that date, applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. A full and detailed position description can be found at https://mankato.mnsu.edu/university-life/activities-and-organizations/meet-the-team/student-activities-ga-applications/  

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment. 

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. 

CONTACT 

Oluwaseun Adekeye,  Assistant Director

Student Activities

Minnesota State University, Mankato 

173 Centennial Student Union 

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: (507) 389-6076 

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: oluwaseun.adekeye@mnsu.edu

NOTICE:  

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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.