Job Info
Position Title:
Graduate Assistant – Compassion Outreach
Job Type
Part Time Exempt
Reports To
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs
North Central University Mission Statement
North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church. In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.
Position Purpose
The Compassion Outreach Graduate Assistant at North Central University serves as a member of the NCU academics department. The individual will be a member of the NCU academic staff in connection to Global Studies working in concert with Student Life and Spiritual Life departments. This position emphasizes NCU’s commitment to community transformation via presence, care, and action. The GA will facilitate outreach opportunities with local ecclesial and compassion organizations to execute the overall mission and vision of NCU. Such work will enhance the overall connection of an NCU student to their surrounding community.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The following information is not meant to be all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
- Assist the directors of Student and Spiritual life in connection to Global Studies
- Support faculty in various fields: including assisting in event planning, event execution, external relations, class management, organizing ideas, etc.
- Other responsibilities may include participating in department meetings, committees, and official University functions when appropriate
- Other Duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Minimum Education and experience
- A Bachelor’s Degree is required.
- Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and must be willing to live within the lifestyle statement of the University.
- Must be accepted into the one of the Graduate programs at North Central
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- Ability to communicate the mission and vision of North Central University
- Project management capabilities
- Time management
- Initiating of projects
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, working weekends and evenings
- The ability to work in a team setting and work effectively with a variety of audiences and departments demonstrated leadership abilities
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to pass the background check upon hire and periodically throughout the course of employment
- Valid driver’s license
Working Conditions and Frequency
Environmental Conditions
- Work is performed in a Christ-centered urban environment
Additional Details
- This position is a one-year position with the candidate pursuing a graduate degree from North Central University. It includes tuition remission, room, and a food stipend for on-campus dining. Anticipated start date: January 1st, 2024.
North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
The aforementioned statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.