Graduate Assistant
Position Title
Graduate Assistant
Department
Assigned Department Based on Institutional Need
Position Summary
The Graduate Assistant is a structured, part-time role within Wiley University’s Workforce Pipeline Initiative designed for graduate students to contribute meaningfully to institutional operations while completing their degree.
Graduate Assistants are selected based on their ability to support functional and academic priorities, demonstrate professionalism, and operate with a higher level of accountability. In exchange, Graduate Assistants receive full tuition support and professional experience aligned with their field of study.
This position is designed to develop students into skilled professionals while contributing to the effectiveness of the University.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary by assignment but will include:
- Support departmental operations, academic functions, or institutional initiatives
- Assist with program coordination, project execution, and administrative processes
- Contribute to data analysis, reporting, and documentation
- Support student-facing services, academic programs, or operational workflows
- Maintain professional communication with faculty, staff, and students
- Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion
- Complete assigned projects within established timelines
- Participate in required training and development through People and Culture
- Attend regular meetings with assigned supervisor
- Contribute to at least one defined project or initiative per term
Graduate Assistant Expectations (Elevated Standard)
Graduate Assistants are expected to:
- Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions
- Operate independently with minimal supervision
- Take ownership of assigned responsibilities
- Deliver measurable outcomes within their role
- Represent Wiley University with integrity and accountability
- Balance academic responsibilities with work expectations