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Graduate Assistant for Leadership Development

Kent State University, Kent Student Center
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Basic Function:  Assist in the development of a comprehensive and vibrant student leadership program which complements and supports the mission of the university and enriches the quality of student learning. Assist the Assistant Director, Student Leadership Development in building and implementing a student leadership experience which enhances the development of students. Work duties will include both assistance in developing and executing programming for the Pepsi Leadership Center as well as providing support/advising to Undergraduate Student Government. 

 

Example of duties/essential functions: Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:   

  • Assist in the recruitment, supervision, training, and evaluation of student employees and interns in leadership development programs 
  • Assist with the planning and development of programs, workshops, and institutes 
  • Assist with ongoing assessment of learning outcomes within the Kent State Leadership Center and Center for Student Involvement 
  • Coordinate the Student Leader of the Month selection process and end-of-semester celebration 
  • Create and distribute weekly leadership newsletters 
  • Present leadership trainings and workshops on topics as needed to university constituents 
  • Support Undergraduate Student Government through attendance at select general body and committee meetings.  
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

During the serving period, students must meet these minimum qualifications: 

  • 3.0 GPA 
  • Full time graduate student status (minimum of 8 hours) 
  • Work 20 hours per week 

 

Knowledge of: 

  • Leadership theory, competencies, and skills 
  • Higher education and student affairs 
  • Kent State University resources 

 

Preferred Skills: 

  • Written, verbal and interpersonal communication 
  • Desktop office computer applications 
  • Conflict management  
  • Presenting to large groups 
  • Event management 
  • Group dynamics 

 

Ability to: 

  • Meet deadlines 
  • Analyze situations and develop solutions  
  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others 
  • Be self-directed 
  • Work within and lead within a team-oriented environment 
  • Work effectively with diverse populations and various constituencies 
  • Manage conflict 

 

NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) Competencies: 

As a result of participating as the Graduate Assistant for Leadership Development, students will grow in the following competencies:

  • Career and Self-Development: Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one’s organization. 
  • Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization. 
  • Leadership: Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals. 
  • Professionalism: Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand, and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace. 
  • Teamwork: Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities. 

 

Expectations: 

  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA while enrolled as a full-time graduate student (minimum of 8 hours), remaining in good academic standing 
  • Will work approximately 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semester 
  • Night and weekend work will be required 
  • Weekly meetings with supervisor 
  • Maintain professional relationships with student employees, department staff, and university faculty/staff 
  • Serve as a member of the Center for Student Involvement staff.  This includes a willingness to work across areas in the office to accomplish projects and being open to all possible tasks asked of individuals (i.e. attend professional development (staff retreats) and staff meetings, answering phones, copying, mailings). 
  • Perform duties and essential functions as described 

 

Timeline 

Monday, 8/10/26: Start date for fall 2026 semester   

Friday 12/4/26: End date for fall 2026 semester   

Monday, 1/11/27: Start date for spring 2027 semester   

Friday, 5/7/27: End date for spring 2027 semester 

 

COMPENSATION: 

Semi-Monthly Stipend ($11,000/year) 

Tuition remission for fall and spring semesters only 

University Holidays off 

 

CONTACT:  

Reports to: Assistant Director for Student Leadership Development 

Email: csi@kent.edu

Phone: (330) 672-2480 

 

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