• Graduate Assistant

    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (Rio Grande, TX)


    Title Information

     

    Assistantship TitleGraduate Assistant

     

    Job Class Code10096

     

    FLSAExempt

    Minimum Qualifications

    1. Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.

    2. Must be in good academic standing

    3. Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

    Position Information

    Posting NumberA1322

     

    Working TitleGraduate Assistant

     

    LocationRio Grande Valley, Texas

     

    CollegeN/A

     

    DepartmentStudent Rights and Responsibilities

     

    DivisionDivision of Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs

    FTE

    Scope of Job

    The Graduate Assistant will lead the Vaquero Step Up initiative and collaborate with students and campus partners to educate the Vaquero community on university policies, expectations, and community standards. This role focuses on preventative education, peer engagement, and policy awareness to promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment.

     

    The Graduate Assistant will design and facilitate educational programs, workshops, and outreach efforts related to university policies, including but not limited to Hazing, Student Code of Conduct, Academic Integrity, Sexual Misconduct, Alcohol and Drug Policies, Discrimination and Harassment, and Bystander Intervention.

    Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

    + Enrollment in a graduate program related to Social Work, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a closely related discipline

    + Demonstrated understanding of student development theory, ethical decision-making, or restorative practices

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills

    + Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

    + Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations and campus partners

    + Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience facilitating educational workshops, trainings, or group discussions

    + Knowledge of or interest in student conduct codes, behavioral interventions, or conflict resolution

    + Experience working with diverse, at-risk, or underserved student populations

    + Bilingual skills (preferred but not required)

     

    Salary5,000 per semester

     

    Number of Vacancies2

     

    Desired Start Date01/12/2026

     

    Posting Detail Information

    EEO Statement

    It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

     

    Open Date12/16/2025

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Dear Applicant,

     

    Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

     

    Date of Birth

     

    Social Security Number

     

    Gender

     

    Ethnicity/Race

     

    Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

     

    The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

     

    Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/49696

     

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Unofficial Transcripts

    + List of 3 References

     

    Optional Documents