Graduate Assistant for Academic Initiatives, Curriculum and Assessment Winston Salem State University 17,500 United States, North Carolina, Winston-Salem 601 South Martin Luther King Junior Drive (Show on map) Jun 05, 2026 Graduate Assistant for Academic Initiatives, Curriculum and Assessment Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note:
A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Position Details Classification Information Position Classification Title Temporary Employee
FLSA Exempt
Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) 09999 Position Overview Position Summary The Mission of Housing and Residence Life at Winston-Salem State University is to provide a Residential Experience that fosters a holistic-learning atmosphere that challenges a community of diverse scholars while encouraging collaboration, accountability, responsibility, service, and leadership preparing our students to engage in the global community.
Job Description- Reporting:
This role reports to the Assistant Director for Academic Initiatives, Curriculum and Assessment Overview of Job Duties and Responsibilities Administration and Leadership 30%
- Maintain weekly scheduled office hours
- Provide administrative support to direct supervisor for day-to-day hall operation
- Attend weekly residence education team meetings
- Meet weekly with Assistant Director of Academic initiative, Curriculum and Assessment
- Assist with other duties as assigned
- Serve on Departmental Committees
Residential Curriculum 40%
- Facilitate academic workshops centered around student success
- Plan and implement curricular initiatives in community
- Support living-learning community programs
- Work collaboratively with campus partners on living-learning communities and academic initiatives
Department Responsibilities 15%
- Assist with National Residence Hall Honorary with event, workshops, and inductions
- Assist with department assessment initiatives
- Participate in departmental meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
- Assist with the opening and closing of residence halls
- Work to prevent crisis and respond appropriately to crisis situations as they arise
- Serve on-call crisis response rotation Student Development 15%
- Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for residents and student staff
- Mentor residents and staff in areas that assist with their development
Terms for Employment
- This appointment is for one academic year with the option to return for an additional year based on performance.
- 10-month contract with the start date of July 17, 2026 to May 18th 2027 Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Mission of the Department of Housing and Residence Life at Winston-Salem State University is to provide a Residential Experience that fosters a holistic-learning atmosphere, which challenges a community of diverse scholars while encouraging collaboration, accountability, responsibility, service, and leadership preparing our students to engage in the global community.
Instrumental to the success of our mission is to provide:
- Safe, Secure, and Comfortable living conditions which are conducive to the pursuit of academic excellence.
- Programs that address cultural, physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual development of our students.
- Technology that enhances intellectual pursuits and student success.
- An Awareness of the benefits and needs associated with community living.
Position Information Position Number AUNS60
Working Position Title Graduate Assistant for Academic Initiatives, Curriculum and Assessment
Temporary Job Type Non Student
Approved Competency Level Contributing
Building and Room No. Cleon F. Thompson Jr. Student Services Center
Suite 301
Work Hours:
From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week] 8:00am until 5:00pm; evenings and weekends maybe required.
Hours per week 20+ as agreed with supervisor.
Months per year 5
Appointment Type Temporary Part-Time
Appointment Type If Time Limited. Appointment Length. DHR Assigned Fields FTE .5 Requirements and Preferences Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies Yes
Minimum Experience/Education Required
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Effective written and oral communication skills
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Housing & Residence life experience
- Knowledge/experience in student leadership, community development
- Serve as an advisor and mentor to diverse college populations
- Program/event planning and implementation Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Required License or Certification Valid US Driver's License Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required No
Physical Required No
List any other medical/drug tests required Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number
TEMP00420P
Number of Vacancies 1
Internal Posting Only No
Position Type Temporary
Time Limited Position Appointment Length Salary 17,500
Open Date 06/05/2026
Close Date 06/26/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary Please Note:
A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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