Job No: 514658
Work Type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: GA Pre-Professional - Office of International Engagement - I-House - Spring 2023

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: Office of International Engagement

Campus Location: Normal, IL

General Summary

The International House is responsible for promoting international education and cross-cultural understanding on a wide scale throughout the Illinois State University campus and constantly seeks new and innovative ways to engage American and international students in a global dialogue.

The International House Graduate Assistant position offers knowledge and practical experience in international education, training, and development in the fields of education, project management, monitoring and evaluation, human resource management, financial management, managerial accounting and budgeting, statistical analysis, and management and evaluation of social programs. Professional skills acquired while performing the duties and responsibilities of the position include leadership, teamwork, time management, logistical coordination, social media marketing, and event planning.

Duties and Responsibilities of the I-House GA:

1. Assist I-House Associate Director and Program Coordinator in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services offered to international students through the Office of International Engagement, as well as international guests and participants in specialized short-term programs. This will include night and weekend programs;
2. Assist with transporting students to events and locations, both on and off campus, utilizing university approved vehicles;
3. Assist with planning and presentation of International Student Orientation, I-House workshops, International Seminar Series, International Education Week, and other OIE functions;
4. Assist with the management and operation of the International House Lounge, including the hiring and supervision of International Orientation Team members;
5. Assist with monitoring and moderating OIE social media networks, including developing and posting marketing materials for I-House programs;
6. Participate in OIE staff functions, including regular staff meetings, trainings, office events, and supporting office functions;
7. Perform general office work activities (not to exceed 49% of total work);
8. Other duties as assigned depending on candidate's abilities, expertise, and I-House needs.

Additional Information

This is a 4-month Graduate Assistantship, with a contract period of January 9, 2023 through May 5, 2023. This appointment is subject to the availability of funds. As a GA, you will be expected to adhere to the University Administrative Calendar and all expectations as set forth in the offer letter. Appointment renewal is subject to a satisfactory performance review and the availability of funding.

Required Qualifications

1. Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook, which can be found at http://hr.illinoisstate.edu/downloads/GA_Handbook.pdf
2. Must be a degree-seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in one of the following fields: Accounting, Anthropology Applied Community and Economic Development, Art, Business, Business Education, Communication, Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Economics, Educational Administration and Foundations, English, Family and Consumer Sciences, History, Information Systems, Languages/Literatures/Cultures, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Teaching and Learning, Technology, or Theater.
3. Must have a valid US driver’s license.
4. Must complete or have the ability to complete van training within two weeks of hire.

Work Hours

TBD. May require some evenings and weekend hours.

Proposed Starting Date

January 9, 2023

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$1,300 per month

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume / C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

PLEASE NOTE: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior

Special Instructions for Applicants

Note: If you have not yet been assigned a University ID, but are interested in applying for this graduate assistantship, please proceed with the graduate assistant application process. For the first question regarding your University ID, simply enter in nine (9) zeros (e.g., 000000000).

You must be eligible for employment in the United States and at Illinois State University and/or for the number of hours required for the position.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held. International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work up to 28 hours per week when the university is not in session. Please contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services for guidance on visa restrictions on work hours. The University cannot grant exceptions to visa status rules/laws.

Contact Information for Applicants

Matt Schwab, mlschwa@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 11/21/2022 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: