2013-2014 Graduate Assistantship Announcement with GVSU Veterans Network www.gvsu.edu/veterans 

Note: This opportunity is limited to F/T GVSU students enrolled in any of 31 Graduate Degree Programs.



The GVSU Veterans Network collaborates with academic and non-academic units, the Student Veterans Organization, as well as, community partner organizations dedicated to assisting military veterans. Responsibilities include Research (data collection and analysis) and Support for student veteran initiatives. The ideal graduate student for this assistantship opportunity is a full-time student veteran of the US armed forces - enrolled in any graduate program.



POSITION DESCRIPTION



Research/Data Collection/Analyses: The Veterans Network Graduate Assistant shall assist the Assistant Dean of Students with gathering and analyzing data regarding student veterans’ demographics, services, and benchmarks with other institutions. The GA will also assist with updating, administering, analyzing, and publicizing the results of the annual satisfaction survey of services and resources for student veterans. Lastly, the GA will monitor the success of student veterans to those of the broader GVSU student population, in terms of GPA, and degree attainment. Moreover, the GA will be responsible for conducting research, including analysis and recommendations from the findings of the Student Veterans Survey, and co-presenting findings to various on- and off-campus audiences. 



Direct Support to Veterans: Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Students, the GA will be trained to provide direct assistance to both veterans and active military students, providing updated information to students and departments, establishing and maintaining relationships with GVSU departments and community agencies that serve veterans, outreach with student veterans and their family members, and involvement with the Student Veterans Organization. 

Specific activities will include coordinating a new welcome event in August to assist veterans with the transition to college, identifying work-study opportunities for veterans, building upon the network, and communicating with staff, faculty, student, alumni, and community members about veteran issues, services and resources.



QUALIFICATIONS

The GVSU Veterans Network collaborates with academic, non-academic, as well as its community partners dedicated to assisting military veterans. Thus, the ideal graduate student for this assistantship opportunity would be a committed, military veteran pursuing any graduate program.



This Graduate Assistantship requires a baccalaureate degree and admission to a Master’s degree program at GVSU. Characteristics of the ideal candidate include: 



- A highly motivated and self-reliant individual

- Strong analytical and organizational skills

- Excellent writing and editing skills

- Strong oral communication skills

- Experience or familiarity with the needs of military veterans and family members 

- Knowledge and experience with creating, administering and/or analyzing on-line surveys, e.g., Survey Monkey

- Ability to facilitate focus groups, administer surveys, and analyze results

- Knowledge and experience with social media 

- Knowledge of webpage content management applications

- Familiarity with educational and veterans oriented websites

- Knowledge and experience with MS Excel and Microsoft Office 

- In addition to technical abilities, the ideal candidate would demonstrate interest to help improve services and programs for military veterans and family members currently attending or planning to attend GVSU in pursuit of graduate or undergraduate programs.

- Must be willing to attend events, staff meetings, or training (including some evenings and weekends)



Responsibilities: 

Ï Assist with coordinating and analyzing student surveys related to veteran services 

Ï Identify best practices and develop recommendations to improve outreach, services, resources and community to better serve student veterans

Ï Assist with delivery of student, faculty and staff training programs

Ï Support and assist student veterans and active military students, including peer connections, resource fairs, transitioning to the role of student, 5K, etc.

Ï Support and assist the Student Veterans Organization 

Ï Enhance community partnerships, including the VA Vet Center, Goodwill, Kent County Dept of Veteran Affairs, ArmyStrong Community Center, etc. 

Ï Maintain and improve communication with student veterans 

Ï Expand initiatives that support spouses and family members 

Ï Collaborate with Women’s Center, Multicultural Affairs, LGBT Resource Center, Housing and Residence Life, Children’s Enrichment Center, and other campus departments to meet the unique needs and challenges of student veterans and family members.



If you would like to be considered, please forward a resume and cover letter

to lipnicks@gvsu.edu



For more information, contact Steven Lipnicki at 616.331-7188 or lipnicks@gvsu.edu

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL 

Title: Program Manager for the Hauenstein Center

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Hauenstein Center  Presidential  Studies

Campus: Holland Campus

Application Deadline:  May 28, 2013.

How to Apply: Include a cover letter, resume and reference list. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions or need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL

Title: Grants & Contracts Specialist - Office of Sponsored Programs

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Office of Sponsored Programs

Campus: Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus

Application Deadline:  May 07, 2013.

How to Apply: Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how skills, education and experience relate to the position announcement, resume, and a list of three references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Homepage: www.gvsu.edu/hro

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL

Title: Financial Aid Counselor

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Financial Aid Office

Campus: Allendale

Application Deadline: Screening will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until May 13, 2013.

How to Apply: Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how skills, education and experience relate to the position announcement, resume, and a list of three references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance,call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Hompage: www.gvsu.edu/hro

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL

Title: Assistant Director, Financial Aid

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Financial Aid Office

Campus: Allendale

Application Deadline: Screening will begin immediately with an application deadline of May 13, 2013.

How to Apply: Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how skills, education and experience relate to the position announcement, resume and a list of three references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance,call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Hompage: www.gvsu.edu/hro

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL

 Title: Women’s Center Director

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Women’s Center Office      

Campus: Allendale        

Application Deadline: Review will begin April 22, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply: Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. Candidates must submit a letter of interest, a resume, a transcript for highest degree, and the names of four (4) references including contact information. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL

Title: Director, Judicial and Special Programs

Job Type: Full-Time 12 month

Department: Student Services     

Campus: Allendale

Application Deadline: A formal review of applications will begin on April 5, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

Division Meeting Topics for Winter 2013 Semester

January 16, 2013	Internationalization of Grand Valley
February 13, 2013	Gender Based Violence Prevention
March 13, 2013	Three Centers, One Vision: Intersection of Indentities
April 24, 2013	Research presentation by CSAL Graduate Students and Counseling Center Doctoral Interns