Graduate Assistant: Campus Engagement
About the Office of Student Activities & Leadership
The Office of Student Activities & Leadership (SA&L) engages with the undergraduate and graduate student populations to develop opportunities for leadership growth through student organizations and campus traditions. The office works closely with other departments within Student Affairs (including Residence Life; Greek Life; Multicultural Affairs, International Student Services, Athletics, etc.) on several projects throughout the year. Graduate assistants in SA&L will have the opportunity to strengthen their organizational and written communication skills, while enhancing their project management skills. We strive to provide opportunities for graduate assistants to discover and nurture areas of personal interest.
The Graduate Assistant for Campus Engagement, under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Engagement, will assist in executing engaging marketing tools and creating events that exemplify Spartan pride and school spirit These events include: Legacy Week and the University Spirit Committee. The Graduate Assistant for Campus Engagement will actively help co-advise the student organization, Class Officer Collective (COC), and will help with their major programs throughout the academic year, including examples such as Snowball and Hudson Relays.
Contract Dates
August 2026 - May 2027 (with the opportunity to add an additional year based on performance).
Responsibilities
Class Officer Collective
The Class Officer Collective (COC) is an organization dedicated to developing, maintaining, and celebrating a unique class identity within each respective class experience.
Serve as an advisor and mentor to assigned committees and executive board members. This includes working with the co-advisor to meet regularly with executive board members.
Attend all executive board and general body meetings.
Work with co-advisor to ensure evening and weekend program coverage.
Assist in the execution of Class Officer Collective programs, including but not limited to the Homecoming Tailgate and Hudson Relays.
Assist with and attend the Fall and Spring retreats.
Senior Week
Senior Week is a premier event on campus with its own committee tasked with the planning and implementation of a 6-7 day long week of activities both on and off campus.
Assist in the recruitment and selection of the Senior Week Committee.
Support the Co-Directors in the recruitment and oversight of the committee throughout the planning process.
Collaborate with on-campus partners (facilities, security, dining services, etc) and off campus vendors to ensure a successful event.
Advise the committee in the use of a $100, 000+ budget.
University Spirit Committee
Assist in the campus-wide spirit and pride initiatives from the SA&L office.
Attend bi-weekly committee meetings.
Supervise the student subcommittee.
Graduate Assistant Collective Projects
Activity Fairs
Report to the staff member leading the fall and spring activity fairs.
Work collaboratively with the other SA&L graduate assistants to manage the outreach and coordination of the activity fairs.
Be available for day of needs and logistics.
Student Activities & Leadership Programming
Assist in the planning and implementation of SA&L signature events and potentially sitting on event committees including, but not limited to; Spartie’s Birthday Party, Hudson Relays, Homecoming, Spirit Week, Senior Week, 1st Year Move-in, and Fall Student Activities Fair
Meet with student organizations for program support
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of leading group projects, as well as advising students.
Knowledge of Microsoft Suites, Google Suites, and social media management.
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to think creatively and have a passion for student development.
Compensation and Benefits
$18.50/hour (approximately $13,900/9 month contract)
On campus parking pass
Not to exceed 20 hours per week which may include weekends and/or evening hours
Library access through OHIOlink; access to Veale Athletic Center and the Wyatt
Professional development opportunities (practicums, department events, workshops, etc.)
Qualifications
All applicants must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time degree-seeking graduate student.
All applicants must have obtained a bachelor's degree prior to the Fall 2026 academic semester to qualify for this position.
Applicants must be available to work the complete term of the contract dates. If the academic graduate program conflicts with contract dates, please notify the selection committee in writing
Please attach a resume and short cover letter along with any date conflicts for Aug 11-23 - as that is when training will be held.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email at equity@case.edu Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
