Academics Graduate Assistant

Qualifications

Required Education and/or Experience: Hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education; Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing students; Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 Hours per week) with regular attendance. Preferred Education and/or Experience: Experience with NCAA rules and regulations, most specifically Progress Towards Degree; Experience working with student-athletes (personal experience as an athlete or tutor for athletes); Ability to work with diverse groups of students; Seeking a long-term career in athletics. Job

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor and track student-athlete progress for Olympic teams and other teams as assigned; Meet with at-risk student-athletes to discuss class progress including grades, upcoming assignments/papers/exams; Assist students with implementing various study strategies to improve their academic skills and provide feedback and suggestions for improving after assignments, papers, and exams; Aid in reviewing class selections and degree progress for all students, and will communicate any academic or eligibility issues to a full-time staff member; Build strong, professional relationships with all students and assist in providing career counseling; While facilitating assigned study halls, the selected candidate will monitor student behavior while in study hall, making sure students are on task completing academic work and monitoring the volume of students in the academic center. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possess excellent written and communication skills; Possess excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint); Ability to work with diverse populations of faculty, staff, students, and community members; Maintain an appropriate degree of confidentiality; Exhibit problem-solving and critical thinking skills; Excellent motivational skills.

Additional Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Natalie Hawkins - (nhawkins@ualr.edu) Senior Associate AD for Student Athlete Academic Services. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Talking Occasional Physical Activity: Talking Benefits Eligible: No The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. Universities University of Arkansas, Fayetteville University of Arkansas at Little Rock University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences University of Arkansas at Monticello University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas at Fort Smith The University of Arkansas System eVersity Two-Year Colleges Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Cossatot Community College at the University of Arkansas University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College Other Units University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Arkansas Archaeological Survey Criminal Justice Institute Arkansas School for Math, Sciences, and the Arts University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON)