Job Description

• Assistant Hall Director (Residence Halls)
• Assistant Community Director (in UA)

Assistant Hall Director and Assistant Community Director

The Department of Residence Life offers a progressive and exciting work environment for graduate assistants. We employ 47 Assistant Hall Directors and 1 Assistant Community Director. Approximately half of our positions become available each year.

The Assistant Hall Directors are half-time, 9-month positions that reside in the residence halls. They have responsibilities for supervision of undergraduate Mentors, community program implementation, student organization advising, emergency management, student development, and evelopment of community standards and conflict resolution. These positions offer skill development in Student Affairs, Human Resources, Counseling, Business, Education, and other related careers. Preference is given to applicants with prior residence hall or student leadership experience.

The Assistant Community Director is a half-time, 12-month position that resides in University Apartments. In general, the Assistant Community Director is responsible for supporting the Community Director in the planning and implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive community and student development program for an apartment setting with approximately 1,800 students and 3000 total residents. This position would also supervise 8 University Apartments staff members. Preference is given to candidates who are able to hold both daytime and some evening hours, and must have a car.

Interviews for these positions take place in February for positions for the 2010-2011 academic year.

Timeline:

Remuneration:

All MSU Graduate Assistants:

• Qualify for in-state tuition rates.
• Receive nine credits of tuition waived at the base MSU graduate credit rate for both Fall and Spring Semesters (ACD receives 5 credits in 2nd summer of employment--see below)
• Receive matriculation fee waiver
• Receive Single student health coverage.
• Assistant Hall Directors are 9 month positions (Fall and Spring semesters) and receive a 9 month stipend of $6,461 plus a furnished apartment and meal plan. Stipend is paid bi-weekly.
• The Assistant Community Director is a 12 month position that would begin mid-May or early June, however the actual assistantship would begin Fall semester. In the summer, the ACD would receive a furnished, 2-bedroom apartment and receive a monthly stipend of approximately $1,187.00 divided into bi-weekly payments. The ACD would not take courses their first summer on staff; however, they must be enrolled in fall and spring to receive the assistantship. Beginning fall, the remuneration would include a furnished apartment plus the stipend, along with the other grad assistant fringes listed above. If after the first academic year the ACD wishes to stay in the position for another academic year, they may take up to 5 summer credits which would be waived.

All MSU Graduate Assistants are responsible for the balance of their fees and tuition. NOTE: Some programs charge an additional fee that they add into the base MSU tuition rate. This fee is NOT covered by the assistantship. For example, the Fall MSU credit rate for in-state tuition is $478.25 per credit; however, Education charges $511.25. This means you would be waived the $478.25, but would need to pay the extra $33 per credit hour for as many credits as you take. Click here for more information: http://ctlr.msu.edu/COStudentAccounts/Tuition_Fees.aspx or contact an Advisor in your program for more information about fees that they charge.

Requirements:

• Applications for assistantships and for admission to graduate school are made separately and should be made at the same time. Check with your graduate program for important deadlines.
• Interviews for assistantships are typically scheduled and conditional offers made prior to acceptance into a graduate program.
• Appointment to an assistantship is contingent upon acceptance into a degree-granting graduate program at MSU. You must have a completed bachelor's degree. Candidates are responsible for applying to graduate school and completing all requirements for admission.  MSU accepts online graduate school applications: http://admissions.msu.edu/graduate.asp
• Graduate Assistants must maintain a 3.0 grade point average throughout their appointment.
• For additional information about MSU Graduate Assistantships, please go to: http://grad.msu.edu/

How to Apply:

Please submit the following information. For priority consideration, submit your application materials by November 30.

• Online Application
• Resume (you can upload in the application, attach to DRLjob@msu.edu and in subject line type "Grad Assistant Position", or fax to 517-432-2509 )
• Two Recommendation Letters (click to view recommendation sheet) Your reference may attach their letter to DRLjob@msu.edu; in subject line type "reference letter for (your name)." Click here fror the Recommendation Form.
  

Important Note: Once all materials have been received, you will receive an email letting you know we have received everything. If you do not receive an email, please feel free to contact us to find out what items we are waiting for. Your file will not be reviewed until we receive all materials!

Applications will be reviewed December through January.

Should you have any questions, please contact us.

Email: DRLjob@msu.edu
Phone: (517) 353-3780

Other Assistantship Opportunities in Student Services

The Department of Student Life:
Various graduate assistant positions may be avail able within the Department of Student Life. Graduate assistants will have multiple and numerous experiences and responsibilities across several units within the Department. As a part of the Department of Student Life team, graduate assistants will be expected to be immersed in the assistantship experiences. Although students have a half-time appointment, it is important for applicants to know that an expectation exists that graduate assistants will maintain regular office hours as well as attend evening and weekend events. These positions are designed to reflect a professional experience in student affairs. As a result of this experience, students can expect to gain skills, knowledge, and competencies.

The Department of Student Life units include:
Campus Life Orientation, Greek Affairs, Judicial Affairs, Leadership Development, Off-campus Issues, Student Government Advising, Student Organizations, and Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence Programs.

Feel free to browse the Student Life website: http://www.studentlife.msu.edu

Remuneration:

• Assistantships are 9 month positions (Fall and Spring semesters)
• Student Life and Career Services Assistantships receive a 9 month stipend that range from $5,823 for quarter-time, and $11,664 for half-time positions.
• All graduate assistants qualify for in-state tuition rates; receive a nine credit tuition waiver at the base MSU graduate credit rate for both Fall and Spring semesters.
• Waiver of the matriculation fee
• Single student health coverage.

To apply, please submit:
   - A professional cover letter
   - Your resume with contact information for three references
   - Email to: Rick Shafer, Associate Director, Student Life at shaferrt@msu.edu.

Career Services Network:
Graduate assistants in Career Services join a dynamic team of professionals in an integrated career-learning network at Michigan State University.  Graduate career advisors provide individual guidance to students; develop, organize, and present career-related workshops and events; and complete special projects in accord with personal career interests. These positions are designed to develop leaders in the field of career services and provide opportunities for advanced training and certification.  Successful candidates must demonstrate a high degree of teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and a passion for helping students achieve their career goals. Must be admitted to the MA program in Student Affairs Administration or Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education for Fall 2010.

To apply, please submit:
   - A professional cover letter
   - Your resume with contact information for three references
   - Email to:   Dr. Linda Gross, Assistant Director of Career Services in care of Becky
 Hoppenstand at hoppens3@msu.edu.

Other Opportunities in Student Services

For information about other employment opportunities for  graduate students in Student Services such as LBGT Resource Center, Service-Learning and Civic Engagement, Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions, Resource Center for Persons With Disabilities, and others please refer to this website:

http://www.vps.msu.edu/graduate-assistant-information

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.