- Position Title: Graduate Assistant
- Department Name: James W. Stuckert Career Center
- Supervisor/Contact Person(s): Lenroy Jones, Associate Director
- Address: 408 Rose Street
- Telephone Number: 859-257-1987 E-Mail: Lenroy.Jones@uky.edu
- Office Hours: 8a.m. to 5:00p.m.
- Preferred number of hours needed to work: 20 hours
- Salary Range $10.00-12.00 per hour
- Will there be any work during evenings? 3-5 hours but will vary Weekend Very little
- Job Description: Assists undergraduate students individually and in group setting to assist in preparation for the job search and employment process, present career preparation workshops to students; introduce and teach career development methods; supervise and/or conduct job readiness program (i.e. career coaching, resume critiquing, practice interview program, career week, etc.) available for special events and programs held occasionally in the evenings and a few weekends; serve as a liaison to assigned department, school, and/or college; responsible for working on 1-2 projects each semester; and will work collaboratively with professional staff daily. Quick starter and knowledge in job search process. Candidates interested in pursuing career in career services profession and 2-year industry experience or work in higher education. Knowledge on the use of the Wildcat CareerLink, a Web-based NACElink career services management tool powered by Symplicity© that is the preferred system of student and employer registration. Competitive applicants will have the ability to manage multiple tasks in a changing environment that is team driven, diverse, fast pace, and innovative.
- Preferred Major(s): All majors welcome to apply
- Special Skills Required: Strong interpersonal skills and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to work as a team member; knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; and ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Bachelor’s degree and experience delivering excellent customer service in a professional environment or exceptional undergraduate with equivalent experience. Experience working with college students a plus.
Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration to James W. Stuckert Career Center, Lenroy Jones, Associate Director, 408 Rose Street Lexington, KY 40506, Phone: 859 257-2746, Fax: 859 323-1085, Lenroy.Jones@uky.edu.
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