Graduate Assistant: Student Affairs - Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

TO APPLY:  

In order to be considered for this position please submit: 1) brief resume; 2) cover letter; 3) unofficial transcripts; and 4) contact information for three references to student-affairs@mnsu.edu.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: March 6, 2025

POSITION START DATE: August 17, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

1. Create communications to showcase Student Affairs departments including Maverick Moments, Student Affairs Newsletters, Fraternity and Sorority Life Highlights, and Student Affairs Highlights.
2. Utilize Episerver, iMods, and Microsoft SharePoint to create and modify web content for Student Affairs.
3. Support Student Affairs assessment, evaluation, and planning through surveys and focus groups.
4. Analyze data on high school senior enrollment trends to drive admission outreach focus.
5. Collaborate with Student Affairs departments to support programming (Campus Recreation, Centennial Student Union and Student Activities, Counseling Center, Financial Aid, New Student and Family Programs, Registration and Academic Records, Residential Life, Student Conduct, Student Health Services, University Admissions, and University Security).
6. Participate in professional development opportunities to improve professional competencies.
7. Perform other administrative, program, or committee duties as agreed upon to improve the student experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in student leadership, communication, or other related area.
• 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: 

• Enrollment in the College Student Affairs graduate program, or a related program.
• Available for GA appointment for summer 2026.
• Demonstrated technical ability with the use of personal computers and software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office.
• Interest in conducting research in the field of Student Affairs.
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to work autonomously and collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff with close attention to detail.
• Strong time management and prioritizing skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. 

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Position will be open until March 7, 2025, or until filled.

Contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funds, there is a possibility that this appointment may be continued beyond the initial period of employment. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. Graduate Assistants must enroll in a minimum of six credits per semester. Graduate Assistants with a summer appointment must enroll for at least one graduate credit. Additional information about graduate assistantships at Minnesota State Mankato is available at https://grad.mnsu.edu/.

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 

Dr. David P. Jones, VP for Student Affairs & Enrollment Management

Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management  

Minnesota State University, Mankato 

228 Wigley Administration Center 

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: 507-389-2121 

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: student-affairs@mnsu.edu 

NOTICE:  

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.  

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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.