• Graduate Assistant SAM's

    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg, 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 NumberA1237

     

    Working TitleGraduate Assistant SAM's

     

    LocationEdinburg, Texas

     

    CollegeN/A

     

    DepartmentStudent Accessibility Services

     

    DivisionDivision of Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs

     

    FTE.5

    Scope of Job

    The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Student Accessibility Services ( SAS ) will work as a member of the SAS team to coordinate and oversee peer mentor support including assisting with training of mentors, monitoring mentor progress, and collecting data. Additionally, the GA will provide case management to students registered with SAS , supervise practicum students and interns, and fulfill other duties as assigned regarding their program’s direct/indirect training hours.

    Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

    The Graduate Assistant must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong time management and organizational skills, and be self-motivated to take initiative to demonstrate progress. Must have the ability to work independently and in teams, as well as display strong analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills to meet the demands of case management. Prior experience with peer mentoring, sharing presentations, and providing training is valued.

     

    Computer literacy (e.g., proficient in Microsoft Windows, Teams, PowerPoints, Zoom or other video communications, Excel database management, word processing, spreadsheet manipulation, desktop publishing) is required.

     

    The Graduate Assistant will become proficient in the records management software utilized by Student Accessibility Services (mySAS/ AIM ) and adhere to confidentiality guidelines. Prior experience with and/or an interest in assistive technology to promote accessibility is valued. This position may require assisting SAS staff on other office tasks as needed.

    Requirements:

    • Currently admitted to the Graduate College.

    • Be in good academic standing.

    • Be registered full-time for the respective semester (nine semester credit hours during the fall/spring semester, three semester credit hours during the summer session) or completing the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the remaining requirements on the degree plan.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Experience with young adults with disabilities, leading social skill development groups, and/or mentoring as related to such skills as time management/organization, self-advocacy, communication, self-care, and stress management.

     

    Salary

     

    Number of Vacancies1

     

    Desired Start Date08/04/2025

     

    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 Date07/14/2025

    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/47817

     

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + List of 3 References

    Optional Documents

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

    + Reference Letter 1

    + Reference Letter 2

    + Reference Letter 3

    + Multi Media

    + Certifications and Licenses

    + Other Document